Chinese Mythology: Xi Wang Mu and her Peach Fairy
Dong Shuang Cheng （董双成）, female, originating from Zhejiang Province, is a maid (or disciple) of the Xi Wang Mu, an ancient myth and legend. After the death of the Shang…
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Pan Tao is a kind of peach food in ancient Chinese myths and legends. According to legend, on the 3rd day of March every year is the birthday of the Xi Wang Mu. On that day, the Xi Wang Mu held a grand feast, using peaches as the staple food, and invited all the fairies, who rushed to wish her a happy birthday. Therefore, it is called the Pan Tao Banquet. In reality, Pan Tap is a fruit, native to Xinjiang, China, with a delicious taste and high nutritional value, especially suitable for the elderly and children.