Referred to as ‘Tomb Sweeping Day’, the Qingming Festival that takes place in such countries as Taiwan, gives you a chance to learn more about China’s rich cultural heritage and traditions. Those heading to the capital and wanting to stay at well placed luxury hotels in Taipei can choose Regent Taipei. This luxury hotel Taipei is an ideal starting point to your many adventures in the city. Generally taking place either on April 4th or 5th, the Qingming Festival is a national holiday and is a day people dedicate to their ancestors. Thus it is customary that during this time people visit burial sites, pay respect to their ancestors that have passed away and literally clean and sweep the tombs, making them presentable.
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Taipei Lantern Festival
The Taipei Lantern Festival is considered as one of the most romantic festivals in Taiwan. You can locate yourself at one of the luxury hotels in Taipei such as the Regent Taipei and visit these amazing attractions. This luxury hotel Taipei offers a central location for your easy access. Traditionally this festival is celebrated by making lanterns and displaying glittering decorated lanterns. This festival is celebrated at the end of the Chinese New Year holiday and is an important day for ethnic Chinese globally. The Taipei city assists in commemorating the festival on a large scale along with delightful stage shows.