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Traditions of Shanghai

14 traditions tied to Shanghai.

KindSpiritualFestivalRite of passageTable customSeasonalDressPerformanceEtiquetteCraftGameFolkloreHomeCeremony
MealBreakfastLunchDinnerSupperTea-time and snacking customsTea, coffee and drinking ceremoniesSweets given and sharedFeasts and festival mealsFasting and breaking the fast
🇨🇳 Beijing, ChinaHanfu漢服 The dress of the Han Chinese, named for the Han dynasty and worn again todayDress 🇨🇳 ChinaTraditional Chinese wedding dress The ceremonial bridal garments worn in Han Chinese marriage ceremoniesDress

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