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The Double Ninth Festival, celebrated annually on the

ninth day of the ninth lunar month, is a cherished

traditional festival in China. Its origins can be traced back

to ancient times, rooted in the concept of Yin and Yang in

ancient Chinese philosophy. The number "nine" is

considered Yang, or masculine and positive, and hence the

double ninth, or Chongyang, signifies the union of two

Yang energies, making it a day of great significance.

Legend has it that the festival began as a way to ward off

evil spirits and disasters. According to folklore, people

would climb mountains, wear dogwood flowers, and drink

chrysanthemum wine to protect themselves from illness

and misfortune. Over time, these practices evolved into

customs associated with the Double Ninth Festival.

Moreover, the festival's name, Double Ninth, echoes the

Chinese phrase "Jiujiu," which sounds like "forever" or

"longevity," making it an auspicious day for honoring