Dragon Boat Festival in Singapore 2015

When the ancient Chinese scholar Qu Yuan drowned himself in the Mi Lo River, people started banging on drums to scare away the fish and save his body. The Dragon Boat Festival in Singapore is a world-renowned, annual event that eulogizes this historic event. This year, the festival will be held on the 11th and 12th of July at the Bedok Reservoir. If you are interested in attending this event and in the lookout for luxury hotels Singapore, why not consider staying at the renowned The St. Regis Singapore? Not only is this iconic 5-star Singapore hotel just within 20 minutes distance from the Bedok Reservoir, it’s also situated in the heart of the city’s premier shopping district making it easier for you to set out on your shopping sprees!

Dragon Boat Festival Singapore 2015 will see the thrilling action of 22-member crews from around the world racing and putting their rowing skills against one another. While watching the exciting race, you can relish delicious Zongzi, the festival food that originated from the rice people threw to distract the fishes from devouring Qu Yuan’s body in ancient time. These rice dumplings are filled with a range of fillings such as jujube, sweetened bean paste, fresh meat and egg yolk.

The historic Dragon Boat Festival, which was introduced to Singapore in 1978, is not only an exciting and thrilling event, but it’s also wonderful display of culture.