Chinese New Year Celebration History
The Chinese New Year is a significant cultural celebration lasting fifteen days, based on lunar cycles and marked by vibrant traditions. It influences neighboring countries with large ethnic Chinese populations, embedding itself in their customs. The holiday features rituals such as family reunions, house cleaning to invite good luck, and the prominent use of red decorations. Festivities culminate in the Lantern Festival. Traditional beliefs, zodiac cycles, and mythological origins contribute to its rich heritage and global recognition.
References
Alice K. Flanagan; Chinese New Year: Compass Point Books. 2008 pp. 23-27
Janet S. Wong: This Next New Year. Frances foster books. pp. 10-18
Lola Schaeffer: Chinese New Year. Pebble Books. 2001 pp. 2-11
Marcia K. Vaughan: The Dancing Dragon. Mondo Publishing. 1996.
Sarah Moyse: Chinese New Year. Millbrook Press. 1998.
Reference
StudyCorgi. (2025, February 6). Chinese New Year Celebration History. https://studycorgi.video/chinese-new-year-celebration-history/