The Torch festival is the most important festival of the Yi People of China. To some the festival honors an ancient hero Sani, who killed a demon on this day. Others believe the torches kill harmful insects, ensuring a good harvest.

During the day, sporting events like archery, wrestling, bull fighting, and horse racing are held. In the evening, each household is lit by a torch. The villagers will also create a giant torch or bonfire. Processions of torchbearers will walk through fields to drive insects away.

Note: This holiday is one of Calendar Mine's over 500 built-in observances. Dates for the above holiday are calculated accurately for any location on the globe.

See Also

Holiday Catalogue

Chinese Traditional Holidays

Death of Confucius