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According to popular legend, the Dragon Boat Festival originates from the Zhou Dynasty where Qu Yuan, a well known poet and minister was banished for opposing the alliance the King...

The Bird Garden or Bird Market in Mong Kok offers a glimpse into the traditional culture of keeping songbirds in the environs of a traditional Chinese garden. POSTalk presents some irresistible, unique greeting card...

Traditionally, Chinese people worship the dragon regarding it as a symbol of luck. When there is a festival, dragon dancers will perform their dance which involves imitating the movements and gestures of a dragon....

In ancient times, the Chinese scholar hat was awarded to the top scholar in an imperial examination. The recipient would then stand a chance to marry the princess and become...

A sampan is an old-fashioned wooden boat. The word 'sampan' translates to 'three planks' referring to the flat bottom plank plus the two planks joint at the hull sides. Although mostly replaced...

In early 20th century, the rickshaw was the major mode of transportation in Hong Kong. It is a two-wheeled passenger cart with its characteristic large wheels and folding canopy. Since it is operated...

The Door Gods were two historical admirals in the Tang Dynasty. Generals Qin and Wei were commanded to guard outside the King's bedroom to drive off evil spirits. Since then residents...

The Door Gods were two historical admirals in the Tang Dynasty. Generals Qin and Wei were commanded to guard outside the King's bedroom to drive off evil spirits. Since then residents...

In Hong Kong, flower plaques are used to celebrate some traditional festivals and grand opening of businesses. Decorated with lanterns and a big red piece of cloth, a flower plaque...

The colorful and vivid Cantonese opera is where culture and art co-exist in Hong Kong. Traditionally, the theatrical performances of the actors were a way of worshipping gods through music...

Roast goose is among one of the best dishes in Cantonese cuisine and very popular amongst locals and visitors alike. The thoroughly seasoned goose is roasted in a charcoal furnace...