Things you need to know about Tomb-sweeping Day or Qingming

Willow Branches

Legend has it that Tomb-sweeping is one of three periods during the year in which ghosts come closest to the world of living men. Buddhists believe that willow branches will drive away unwelcome ghosts and evil spirits. Therefore, willow branches are also known as "ghost terror wood".

Folk proverbs also dictate customs. One proverb states that if a young lady does not wear a willow branch during the Clear and Bright period, she will soon turn old. Another says: "If one does not wear a willow, he will become a yellow dog after he dies and is reincarnated."

In addition, flying kites, cold food festival and eating eggs are also traditional customs of Qingming.

Editor：Lotus