Chinese New Year is a colorful and meaningful celebration for Chinese people around the world. Celebrated at the beginning of the first month of the lunar calendar, this day marks the turn of the year with hope, happiness, and prayers for good fortune.
From early in the morning, there is an air of excitement in every corner of the house. The fragrant aroma of various specialties, such as basket cakes, dumplings, and fish, fills the air, signifying the sustenance and prosperity expected throughout the year. Families gather, congratulate each other, and give angpao-red envelopes filled with money-as a symbol of prayers and blessings for children and the unmarried.
Outside, the streets are filled with red and gold decorations, colors that symbolize good luck and happiness. Lions and lionfish dance nimbly to the sound of thunderous drums, believed to ward off evil spirits and bring good luck to all who witness them.
At night, the sky is decorated with fireworks that explode with brilliance, symbolizing the expulsion of bad luck and the welcoming of good things. Together with their families, people enjoy the night with warm company, sharing stories, laughter and hopes for a brighter future.
Chinese New Year is not just a celebration, but also a time to remember our ancestors, strengthen family ties, and instill values of togetherness and new hope. With all its festivities, Chinese New Year always brings joy and new spirit to everyone who celebrates it.
Gong Xi Fa Cai! May the new year bring good luck, health and happiness to all of us.
