Categories: Events & Festivals

The Hong Kong Dragon Boat Festival 2015

There’s always a splash of both colour and water with the Hong Kong Dragon Boat festival. The festival like always falls on the 5th day of the 5th Lunar month which would be the 20th of June this year. This festival is one that dates back to the 3rd century and as history confirms came into being following the an official named Qu Yuang who threw himself into the river owing to his frustration with the then government. The locals’ attempts of rescuing Qu Yuang proved futile as they paddled their boats along with drums which hence consequently resulted in the competition that takes place to date. If you are visiting Hong Kong, the Dragon Boat festival is must watch with plenty of good Hong Kong hotel rooms you simply cannot miss out on the excitement of these festival. Look no further than Cosmopolitan hotel Hong Kong for you will have all your requirements of a comfortable holiday fulfilled.

The festival is quite a sensational experience for local & foreign visitors alike and has also made its way to many other countries favoured by millions of people. Maybe you too can hop on a boat and take a paddle!

caleb

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