The Traditions of
Chinese New Year.
Chinese New Year, also known as
Lunar New Year or Spring Festival, marks the
start of the year in many Asian cultures.
The date falls on the second new moon after the winter solstice on December 21 and is typically celebrated between January 21 and February 20.
This year, the Year of the Ox,
kicks off on February 12.
Here’s a look at some of the
festival's oldest traditions.
Red is the main
color of the festival, The color is viewed as
auspicious and can be
seen in many decorations.
Family reunion dinners are
held on New Year’s Eve, The menu usually consists of fish for
prosperity, dumplings for wealth and
glutinous rice cakes for successful careers.
Firecrackers and
fireworks are a must, It’s a tradition to light
firecrackers and fireworks in
the first minute of the new year.
Families exchange gifts, The most common gift is the
red envelope, which contains
money and signifies luck