He was a loyal official who cared deeply for the people and the country. However, he was wrongly accused of crimes and banished from the kingdom. Filled with despair, he drowned himself in the Miluo River
People were heartbroken when they heard the news and were afraid that Qu Yuan's body would be devoured by animals. So, they rowed boats and threw rice dumplings into the river to prevent the fish from eating his body
Nowadays, the Dragon Boat Festival has become a traditional holiday celebrated with various customs and activities. People race dragon boats, eat sticky rice dumplings, and hang up herbs to ward off evil spirits
The Dragon Boat Festival not only allows us to appreciate the historical legend of Qu Yuan but also encourages us to cherish our national culture and heritage.