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Even Google joined in the celebration, with a special line replacing the usual Qixi logo.

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The Qiqiao Festival can also be called "Chinese Valentine's Day" or the Double Seventh Festival.

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There are several versions of the story, but basically: Zhinü traveled from heaven to Earth and fell in love with Niulang, with whom she had children

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Despite their love, their relationship is forbidden. To keep them away, they were separated by Akmaya road.

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How is Qixi Festival celebrated?

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Although there are some traditional celebrations for Kixi, for many it is seen as a day of romance.

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Some people even collect dew after Kixi, symbolizing our partner's tears in the morning. Drinking is believed to make them smarter.

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However, it should be noted that Kixi is not the only romantic day celebrated by the Chinese.

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They also celebrate the traditional Valentine's Day on February 14, as well as around the world, the Festival of Lights during the Chinese New Year.

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