Many of us have heard of buddha bowls before. For those who haven’t, it’s basically just a bowl of whole grains, raw veggies, roasted veggies, various greens, and other nutritioustoppings. It’s a wonderful vegan option that will keep you full and satisfied. (You’ll also get in your veggie goals for the day!) The festival time is also a good choice to visit Longsheng rice terraces, when visitors can have a lot of fun. Cole Flower Festival This variety of rice has been grown for centuries in certain parts of Asia, particularly in China and Japan. It was traditionally consumed mainly by royalty due to its unique flavor and nutritional benefits. Late September to October: The rice in the terraces is ripen. Visitors can appreciate a sea of golden rice fluttering and dancing in the wind with distinctive layers. Being the first rice terraced area in Longji Rice Terraces that was developed for tourism, Ping’an Zhuang Village Terraced Fields is now well-equipped with modern facilities. The dining, accommodation and transportation are quite convenient.

Dragon Boat Festival is celebrated on the fifth day of the fifth month of the Chinese lunar calendar, hence it is also called "Double Fifth Festival" (Chongwu Jie 重五节 in Chinese). See why it is celebrated on the fifth day of the fifth lunar month. Dragon Boat Festival Greetings Also, 端五 is a variant of Duanwu using wu (五), the Chinese character meaning 'five'. So 'Duanwu' can also mean 'Start of the Fifth Solar Month'. 3. Double Fifth Festival Once done, remove the pot from heat and let it cool down for 10-15 minutes before fluffing up the rice with a fork. Collect and grow 75 different Dragon species, like Deadly Nadders, Monstrous Nightmares and Typhoomerangs

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Carved into the side of mountains like the stairs of mythical giants, the Lonji Rice Terraces in the Guangxi province of China is a scene of such splendid and breathtaking beauty it has to be seen to be believed. After witnessing the striking imagery of the rice terraces in Northern Vietnam, we were giddy with excitement to make our way to one of the most famous rice paddies on the face of the planet. The Longji Rice Terraces are about 100km North of Guilin City, and it takes about 2.5 hours to drive there. You have a couple of options to get out to the rice terraces, such as taking part in a day tour from Guilin, organising a private car or taxi (which we did), or taking a couple of public buses. The Bus To Longji These dragon bowls are the perfect healthy vegan and gluten-free meal and are loaded with fibre, protein and tons of nutrients.

Therefore, Dragon Boat Festival was originally regarded as a traditional medical and health festival. It is traditionally a festival for people to (ceremonially) come against diseases and poisonous insects. How Do People Celebrate the Dragon Boat Festival? The most popular one is in commemoration of Qu Yuan. Qu Yuan (340–278 BC) was a patriotic poet and exiled official during the Warring States Period of ancient China. He drowned himself in the Miluo River on the 5th day of the 5th Chinese lunar month, when his beloved Chu State fell to the State of Qin. Local people desperately tried to save Qu Yuan or recover his body, to no avail. However, it is evidenced that the Dragon Boat Festival actually came before the death of Qu Yuan. Its earliest origin is related to the fifth lunar month which was known to ancients as the 'month of poison'. During the early hot days of summer, people would easily fall ill and epidemics spread. This made the month seem evil, so people in ancient times regarded it as an important time to prevent diseases and keep evil spirits away. One reason why dragon rice has become so popular is because it's incredibly nutritious. Like most types of whole grain rice, it contains high levels of fiber which helps regulate digestion while also promoting feelings of fullness after meals.Build your OWN Berk! Rescue, hatch and train your favorite DreamWorks Dragons! Explore uncharted lands in a vast Viking world! Mid-April to middle or late June: At the time, the rice terraces are filled with water for rice planting. You will see hundreds of “water mirrors” with reflections of the blue sky, floating clouds and mountains on the surface.

Make a double batch of dragon sauce to have some on hand in the fridge for the week. It’s delicious on salads and in bowls.July to middle September: The green world will bring you a sense of tranquil that is hard to find in the hustling and bustling city.

Over time, dragon rice became more widely available to the general public and gained popularity among health enthusiasts due to its many health benefits. Nutritional Benefits Zongzi (粽子zòngzi /dzong-dzuh/) are the most traditional Dragon Boat Festival food. Related to Qu Yuan commemoration, the legend says that lumps of rice (not unlike zongzi) were thrown into the river to stop fish eating his drowned body. Dragon rice is great in stir-frys as well. The nutty flavor of dragon rice pairs well with vegetables like bok choy, carrots, onions, bell peppers etc. Conclusion

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Zongzi are made of glutinous rice filled with meats, beans, and other fillings. They are wrapped in triangle or rectangle shapes within bamboo or reed leaves and tied with soaked stalks or colorful silky cords. The flavors of zongzi are usually different from one region to another across China. Read more on Zongzi. 2. Participating In or Attending Dragon Boat Races Yao minority people sun clothes on that day. Afterwards, they perform folk dances and songs in the village. Tourists can take this chance to appreciate Yao people’s traditional costume and wonderful performances. The Dragon Boat Festival is called Duanwu Jie (端午节) in Mandarin Chinese. Duan (端) means 'start', while wu (午) means 'noon', but also 'the fifth solar month' in the traditional Chinese calendar (approximately June 6 – July 6), centered around the summer solstice. 'The month of noon' marks the middle of summer. Hence, Duanwu Jie means 'the beginning of mid-summer festival'. Join Hiccup, Toothless and the gang to protect your village from the mysterious strangers that threaten peace on Berk. Who are they? And, what do they want from your harmonious homeland? Train your DreamWorks Dragons successfully and they’ll reveal new powers that will help to ensure the future of your island.