BEIJING — China saw 73.41 million domestic tourist visits during the three-day Mid-Autumn Festival holiday that ended on Sept 12, according to data from the Ministry of Culture and Tourism.

Domestic tourism revenue generated during the period totaled 28.68 billion yuan (around $4.14 billion), figures from the ministry showed.

Night-time sightseeing is a highlight of the Mid-Autumn Festival, with lakes and rivers in cities including Hangzhou, Guangzhou, Shanghai, and Nanjing ranking among the most popular destinations for sightseeing at night, according to the ministry.

The Mid-Autumn Festival, also known as the Moon Festival, fell on Sept 10 this year. It is usually marked by family reunions, enjoying the sights of the full moon, and eating mooncakes.