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Lanterns were displayed in Nanhua Xi area in Guangzhou's Haizhu District to enhance the festive atmosphere. (Guangzhou Daily)
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Colorful cable cars "fly" on Guangzhou's Baiyun Mountain. (Guangzhou Daily)
Today is the 15th day of the 8th month on the Chinese lunar calendar. It is called the Mid-autumn Day. An old saying goes like that, the full moon of the Mid-autumn Day always appears one day after the Festival.
According to Guangdong Astronomy Association, the biggest and roundest moon of 2008 is to unveid itself at 17:13 tomorrow. Today's full moon will show its face at 23:45 during the midnight.
This year is the first year for the Mid-autumn Day announced to be an official holiday by the government. People will have more time to enjoy a reunion with their family members who work in differet cities in the country.
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In China, the Tropic of Cancer cuts through Guangdong province. The Tropic of Cancer Tower located in Guangzhou's Conghua city gives out light to mark a grand holiday. (Guangzhou Daily)
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