The Dragon Boat Festival, also known as Duanwu Festival, is a traditional Chinese holiday celebrated on the fifth day of the fifth month of the lunar calendar. It commemorates the ancient poet Qu Yuan, who drowned himself in the Miluo River to protest against corruption. The festival features colorful dragon boat races, where teams paddle in unison to compete, symbolizing teamwork and community spirit. Another key aspect of the festival is the preparation and consumption of zongzi, which are sticky rice dumplings wrapped in bamboo leaves. These dumplings are often filled with various ingredients, such as meat or sweet fillings, and are enjoyed as a way to honor Qu Yuan and celebrate the holiday.