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Dragon boat
racing is the world's fastest growing water sport. |
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It originates from
China and the legend of one man, Qu Yuan, who was a popular
politician and poet 2000 years ago. Disillusioned by the
political future of his province, in his despair he committed
suicide by drowning himself in the Miluo river. Upon hearing
of this tragic act, local fisherman jumped into their
long narrow
canoes and raced out to save him. They never found his
body and the legend has it that the river dragon took
away the body and spirit of this much loved and noble
statesman. |
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In many parts
of China and Asia on the 5th day of the 5th lunar month
dragon boat races are held to celebrate this tragic event. |
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Today dragon boat
racing is a great team sport and is enjoyed by millions
of people every year. |
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