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Published: 13:05, June 2, 2023 | Updated: 10:45, June 3, 2023
For a poet
By chinadailyhk.com

This year’s Dragon Boat Festival, a commemoration of the ancient Chinese poet Qu Yuan, falls on June 22. Qu, known for his patriotism, drowned himself in the Miluo River after the capture of his motherland's capital by enemies. Follow us to look into the mirror of history and his story.


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