The beat of drums and the splash of paddles filled the air as exciting dragon boat races took place across Guangzhou on Saturday to celebrate the Dragon Boat Festival that falls on June 19 this year. One of China's most cherished traditional holidays, the festival honors the ancient poet Qu Yuan and is marked by customs including dragon boat racing, eating zongzi, and wearing colorful protective charms. #DragonBoatFestival #China #TraditionalCulture #DragonBoatRace