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As a country following the lunar calendar in order to date its festivals and important days, Hong Kong's festivals do not have a fixed international calendar date. However the occurrence of at least one festival each month ensures that the entire year is either a celebration or a preparation to celebrate.
Being closely associated with China, most of Hong Kong's festivals are similar if not the same to that of mainland China. Either way, much like its diverse mix of population, the festivals are all colourful and full of life, joy and light.
The most important celebration is that of the Chinese New Year, usually in February. It's a time for families to re-unite, with a chance to start afresh and for children and the unmarried it's a time when red envelopes of money are given. The end of the Chinese New Year period brings the Spring Lantern Festival which is a colorful one especially enjoyed by young couples.
The Ching Ming Festival in April is a time to remember lost loved ones and graves are visited, cleaned, food kept and incense burned. Meanwhile in August locals celebrate the Hungry Ghost Festival which is similar to Halloween. However in this case it is believed that souls are released once a year and to make the afterlife a better place and to grant respite to restless spirits fake money and other items made out of money like cars, phones etc are burned.
The Dragon Boat Festival is another colourful and exciting celebration as is the Festival of the Weaver Girl and Cowherd. The Tin Hau and Tam Kung Festivals are similar in being dedicated to the sea faring god and goddess.
These are just a few examples of the many festivals celebrated in Hong Kong. Being eventful, colourful and a time of great fun, the festivals are ideal times for a visitor to experience the true spirit of Hong Kong.
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