{"id":462,"date":"2024-02-03T03:28:15","date_gmt":"2024-02-03T03:28:15","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/udreamvisa.com\/?p=462"},"modified":"2024-02-03T03:49:43","modified_gmt":"2024-02-03T03:49:43","slug":"lunar-new-year","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/udreamvisa.com\/index.php\/2024\/02\/03\/lunar-new-year\/","title":{"rendered":"Lunar New Year"},"content":{"rendered":"\n
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  1. Lunar New Year (also called \u201cChinese New Year\u201d and \u201cSpring Festival\u201d ) is the biggest and most important holiday of the year in some parts of Asia. It is actually two celebrations in one. Lunar New Year is the beginning of the lunar year and the beginning of spring. It is also the most important time of the year for families to get together. Lunar New Year is celebrated in many Asian countries, including China, Vietnam, and Korea. Each region has its own customs.<\/li>\n\n\n\n
  2. Lunar New Year does not have a fixed<\/strong> date on the Western calendar because it is based on the lunar<\/strong> calendar. It always falls between January 20 and February 21. Each year, the Chinese calendar is represented by one of 12 animals from the Chinese zodiac. The signs include animals such as the ox, the rabbit, the snake, and the horse. For example, 1998 was the year of the Tiger. 2010 was also the year of the Tiger. The Chinese believe that people share the characteristics of the animal that represents the year of their birth. All of the animals are associated with different characteristics. Two people who are born in the year of the Rooster are thought to be similar.<\/li>\n\n\n\n
  3. There are many traditional activities associated with Lunar New Year, and many of these symbolize<\/strong> new life and new beginnings. Many are also related to the idea of good luck. Chinese people sweep<\/strong> and clean their houses before New Year\u2019s Day and then put away their brooms so good fortune<\/strong> will not be swept away. They pay off their debts because it is bad luck to begin the new year if you owe money. It is also important to settle old arguments<\/strong>. Buying new clothing and shoes is another Chinese custom. They believe that bad luck will come to those who step on the ground in old shoes on New Year\u2019s morning. Some Koreans hide their shoes on Lunar New Year\u2019s Eve because of a belief in a shoe-stealing ghost that brings bad luck.<\/li>\n\n\n\n
  4. The color red is seen everywhere on Lunar New Year because it represents fire, which can drive away bad luck, according to legend. Yellow (or gold) is also an important color at this time. It represents wealth<\/strong> and good fortune. Decorating the home in these colors is a common custom.<\/li>\n\n\n\n
  5. Exchanging gifts is another important custom. Chinese children receive red envelopes containing \u201clucky money.\u201d Their traditional New Year\u2019s greeting is \u201cKung Hei Fat Choi,\u201d which means \u201cI wish you a prosperous<\/strong> New Year.\u201d Young Koreans bow deeply to their elders in a special ceremony to wish them good luck. In return, they receive money gifts in silk bags or envelopes.<\/li>\n\n\n\n
  6. Food is a very important part of all Lunar New Year celebrations. Families and friends get together for large feasts<\/strong>, and many of the foods that are eaten have special meanings. Fish is eaten to ensure<\/strong> long life and good fortune. Red dates bring prosperity, lotus and melon seeds will bring many children, and oranges symbolize wealth. Ancestors<\/strong> are remembered with offerings of food. In Vietnam, there is a special tray of five different fruits placed on the family altar. Guests also receive candied fruits as a welcome. The first visitor determines the family\u2019s fortune for the year.<\/li>\n\n\n\n
  7. The dragon and the lion are other popular symbols of Lunar New Year. Many Chinese communities around the world celebrate with dragon and lion dances and parades through the streets with people dressed in brightly colored costumes. Of course, a Lunar New Year celebration would not be complete without loud and colorful fireworks.<\/li>\n\n\n\n
  8. In many communities, the new year is celebrated as an official holiday for three or four days. In China, the celebrations often continue until the Festival of Lanterns, which is on the 15th day of Lunar New Year.<\/li>\n\n\n\n
  9. Chinese Zodiac Characteristics<\/li>\n\n\n\n
  10. Horse<\/li>\n\n\n\n
  11. lots of energy, popular, like large crowds, want freedom, like to travel<\/li>\n\n\n\n
  12. Sheep<\/li>\n\n\n\n
  13. creative, imaginative, artistic, often shy and usually religious<\/li>\n\n\n\n
  14. Monkey<\/li>\n\n\n\n
  15. like to have fun, like a lot of stimulation, skillful, have good memories<\/li>\n\n\n\n
  16. Rooster<\/li>\n\n\n\n
  17. tell the truth, quick thinkers, like traditional things, like to keep busy<\/li>\n\n\n\n
  18. Dog<\/li>\n\n\n\n
  19. physically active, honest, very faithful, excellent at business<\/li>\n\n\n\n
  20. Pig<\/li>\n\n\n\n
  21. intelligent, have good manners, enjoy learning, enjoy helping others, sometimes wasteful<\/li>\n\n\n\n
  22. Rat<\/li>\n\n\n\n
  23. hard-working, clever, charming, have big ambitions, usually successful, loyal to people who are close to them<\/li>\n\n\n\n
  24. Ox<\/li>\n\n\n\n
  25. patient, calm, trustworthy, easygoing, do not speak a lot, but when they do, they speak very well<\/li>\n\n\n\n
  26. Tiger<\/li>\n\n\n\n
  27. courageous, proud, powerful, natural leaders, well-respected, sometimes cannot make up their minds<\/li>\n\n\n\n
  28. Rabbit<\/li>\n\n\n\n
  29. gentle, shy, sensitive, kind, love to entertain, love to gossip, often lucky with money<\/li>\n\n\n\n
  30. Dragon<\/li>\n\n\n\n
  31. healthy, powerful, brave, lots of energy, like to be leaders<\/li>\n\n\n\n
  32. Snake<\/li>\n\n\n\n
  33. generous, try to help others who are less fortunate<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n\n\n\n

    Source: ellii.com<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

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