In China and parts of East Asia, though, the month of the August would surely spring to mind – due to the annual Qixi Festival
Which is being celebrated Yesterday (Thursday, August 4) in 2022.
Even Google is getting in on the celebrations, with a traditional drawing for Qixi replacing its usual logo.
So, what is Qixi exactly, and how is it celebrated?
Qixi Festival is a traditional festival celebrated in China, Taiwan,Singapore and other parts of Asia.
You might notice it is also referred to as Qiqiao Festival, ‘Chinese Valentine’s Day’ or Double Seventh Festival.
It takes place every year, specifically on the seventh day of the seventh month in the Chinese Lunar Calendar.
How is Qixi Festival celebrated?
According to China Travel, there are a number of traditional customs associated with Qixi.
Once upon a time, young women would pray, display their embroidery work, as well as dye their fingernails during Qixi – as part of the worship of weaving goddess Zhinü.
Traditionally, a pastry called Qiaoguo – made from oil, flour, sugar and sesame – would be eaten. The site says it is still enjoyed in parts of Eastern China, such as Shanghai and Shandong.