22/01/2023
Happy Lunar New Year!!!
The Chinese New Year, also known as the Lunar New Year, is a major festival celebrated by Chinese communities around the world. It marks the first day of the Chinese calendar, which is based on a lunar-solar system. The Chinese New Year is a time for families to come together, exchange gifts, and celebrate the start of a new year.
The first day of the Chinese New Year is considered the most important and auspicious day of the festival. It is a time for families to gather and share a traditional meal, usually featuring dumplings, fish, and other lucky foods. Red decorations, including lanterns and banners, are commonly seen throughout the streets as red is believed to bring good luck. People also participate in lion and dragon dances, which are believed to chase away evil spirits and bring good luck to the community. The first day of the Chinese New Year is also a time to give red envelopes filled with money to children and unmarried adults as a symbol of good luck and prosperity.
