Moon Gazing

Moon Gazing is another interesting fact about the Mid-Autumn Festival. This festival often falls on the 15th day of the 8th Lunar month every year, or the "full moon day". The moon during this time is often labeled as the brightest and roundest. Therefore, people often grab the chance to gaze at and enjoy this most illuminated feature.

Moon gazing enables people to appreciate the natural beauty of the full moon. In this hustle of life, sometimes, people find a way to pause and reflect on this wonder of the universe, and foster a sense of awe and connection with nature. Others, on the other hand, consider moon gazing as a chance to make wishes and prayers with their loved ones. The symbol of reunion is further accentuated here in that people write wishes, sing songs, and create lasting memories together.

Nowadays, the moon gazing traditions also have different variations in different countries. Some Thai and Korean family, they prefer to enjoy the moonlit night near rivers, lakes, or canals and release decorative floats, while Vietnamese and Chinese gather in parks, open spaces, or even on rooftops to admire the full moon.