Zongzi & Silk Knots: A Dragon Boat Festival Food Tasting Event
About this event
The Dragon Boat Festival Celebration Program, organised by the Confucius Institute at Lumbini Buddhist University, is a special occasion dedicated to promoting cultural understanding and friendship through the sharing of traditions, customs, and cultural experiences. The program features cultural presentations, interactive activities, and traditional refreshments that reflect the rich heritage of the Dragon Boat Festival.
On this auspicious occasion, we warmly welcome all distinguished guests, faculty members, students, and participants, and sincerely thank you for joining us in celebrating this meaningful event.
Program Schedule
Time | Session | Details |
13:00 – 13:05 | Welcome Speech | Welcome Address and Brief Introduction to the Event by Dr. Kumar Khadka |
13:05 – 13:10 | Sutra Chanting | Sutra Chanting by Monks of Zhong Hua Monastery |
13:10 – 13:20 | Guest Speech | Speech by the Head of the China-Nepal Cultural Exchange Center. |
13:20 – 13:25 | Student Speech | BTCSOL 1st sem Sesena Limbu |
13:25 – 13:30 | Student Speech | BTCSOL 1st sem Sudarshan |
13:30 – 13:40 | Guest Speech | Speech by the Registrar of Lumbini Buddhist University, Mr. Indra Prasad Kafle. |
13:40 – 13:50 | Guest Speech | Keynote speech by the Vice-Chancellor of Lumbini Buddhist University, Prof. Dr. Manik Ratna Shakya. |
13:50 – 14:00 | Cultural Introduction | Presentation by representatives from the Confucius Institute on the cultural significance and traditions of the Dragon Boat Festival. |
14:00 – 14:10 | Closing & Group Photo | Closing Remarks by Dr. Gao Rui, Director of the Confucius Institute |
14:10 – 14:30 | Five-Color Thread Weaving | Interactive workshop on braiding traditional five-color threads; participants can handcraft and keep their own souvenirs. |
14:30 – 15:00 | Food Tasting | Tasting of traditional Zongzi (provided by Zhonghua Monastery and handmade by students), local snacks, refreshments, and Chinese tea. |
15:00 – 15:10 | Event Conclusion | Orderly departure of guests and participants. |