Mid-Autumn Festival in Asia: A time for lanterns, moon cakes and family
An Indonesian Chinese person prays at the Sanggar Agung Temple in Surabaya on Sept. 19, 2013, during the Moon Cake Festival.
Robertus Pudyanto
Millions of people around Asia are celebrating the Mid-Autumn Festival this week.
The ancient festival, also known as Moon Cake Festival and Lantern Festival, is a celebration of abundance and togetherness.
Many people give moon cakes, which are usually round and contain a sweet filling, light paper lanterns and spend time with family.
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