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History: Chinese Valentine's Day, also known as Qixi Festival, falls on the seventh day of the seventh lunar month in the Chinese calendar. It is based on a romantic legend about a weaver girl named Zhinü and a cowherd named Niulang. Their love was not allowed, leading them to be separated by the Milky Way. Once a year, on Qixi, a flock of magpies would form a bridge allowing the lovers to meet for just one day.
Traditions:
Modern Celebrations: Nowadays, Qixi has taken on some Western Valentine's Day customs. Couples may:
While it retains some traditional elements, Qixi Festival has become increasingly commercialized and is celebrated much like Valentine's Day in other parts of the world.