Double Ninth Festival
Tourist
Experience Double Ninth traditions
Student
Learn festival poetry and culture
Worker
Respect elders with tradition
Essential Phrases
3 expressions to learn
重阳节快乐
Chóng yáng jié kuài lè
Happy Double Ninth Festival
General greeting登高望远
Dēng gāo wàng yuǎn
Climb high and see far
Describing the mountain climbing tradition福如东海
Fú rú dōng hǎi
May your blessings be as vast as the East Sea
Elder blessing for longevityHoliday Foods
3 traditional foods with ordering phrases
Double Ninth Cake
Layered rice cake symbolizing advancement
Wǒ yào yí kuài chóng yáng gāo
Chrysanthemum Tea
Fragrant tea made from dried chrysanthemum flowers
Lái yì bēi jú huā chá
Chestnuts
Roasted chestnuts popular during autumn festivals
Etiquette & Customs
What to do and what to avoid
What to Do
Traditional customs and practices
- Climbing mountains and heights
- Appreciating chrysanthemums
- Drinking chrysanthemum wine
- Eating double Ninth cakes
- Honoring elders and ancestors
- Flying kites
What to Avoid
Traditional taboos and customs
- ✕Don't stay out after dark on Double Ninth
- ✕Avoid swimming or water activities
Gift Ideas
Appropriate gifts for the occasion
Chrysanthemum
Fresh or dried chrysanthemums symbolize respect
Health Products
Vitamins, supplements, or traditional medicines
Foot Bath Set
For health and relaxation
Interactive Tools
Practice with scenario-based tools
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