Chinese New Year, also called Spring Festival, is the most important celebration in Chinese culture. It marks the beginning of the lunar new year and is celebrated by millions around the globe. The holiday is steeped in tradition, filled with symbolism, and rooted in thousands of years of history.
The color red, firecrackers, lion and dragon dances, and red envelopes (hongbao) are iconic parts of the celebration. Families gather for feasts, and homes are decorated with red lanterns and paper cuttings. Each year is represented by one of the 12 zodiac animals, and the shift into a new zodiac cycle brings wishes of prosperity and luck.
While rooted in Chinese tradition, the festival is now celebrated worldwide — from San Francisco to Singapore. Major cities host parades, fireworks, and community events to honor the rich cultural legacy of the holiday. In the digital age, greetings and red envelopes have moved online, but the spirit of renewal remains unchanged.
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