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To Eat • Mooncakes. In Chinese culture, the full moon’s arrival on the 15th day of the 8th lunar moon cycle calls for consumption of these delicacies filled with red bean or lotus seed paste.
• Chestnuts. The Chestnut Capital of the World, otherwise known as Collobrières, celebrates the chestnut harvest with pies, preserves, and candied chestnuts.
• Skewers of grilled meat and pastries. Peruvians adorned in purple honor El Señor de los Milagros and celebrate with food.
To Let Loose • With bonfires and fireworks on November 5. Brits commemorate the Gunpowder Plot of 1605 and the failed attempt to sabotage King James I.
• By dancing for days on end. Cambodians dance, hold boat races, and watch fireworks for three days once the Tonle Sap River reverses and fills with fish due to heavy rains.
• On a float. In Brazil, parade floats venture between cities and gather at Belém to honor the Our Lady of Nazareth statue and seek blessings by touching the statue’s robe.
. https://www.mentalfloss.com/article/87283/15-international-fall-traditions-youll-want-adopt
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