​​Chinese New Year: The Magic of Family and New Beginnings | Discovery China​

🗓️ ​​Countdown to Chinese New Year: Prepare for the Ultimate Cultural Feast​​
📅 Lunar New Year’s Day
✨ Festival duration: From the 23rd day of the 12th lunar month to the 15th day of the first lunar month, each day carries unique rituals
🐉 ​​The Legend Behind the Festival: The Story of Nian​​
According to ancient legend, the fierce monster Nian feared most the color red and loud noises Thus, pasting spring couplets and setting off firecrackers became blessings spanning millennia These traditions continue to thrive in every Chinese household today
Click to explore our ultimate guide to the full story, customs, and best travel experiences of Chinese New Year! 👇​
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🎭 ​​Modern Spring Festival Experiences: An Immersive Cultural Guide​​
✅ Spring cleaning: Out with the old, in with new luck
✅ Pasting spring couplets: Handwrite your New Year blessings
✅ Making dumplings: Fold auspicious meanings into each wrapper
✅ Staying up late on New Year’s Eve: Family gatherings awaiting the New Year bell
✅ Giving red envelopes: Convey care between generations
✅ Dragon and lion dances: Experience the most vibrant street celebrations
🌍 ​​Recommended Destination Experiences:​​
📍 Beijing hutongs: Discover the most authentic New Year atmosphere
📍 Xi’an City Wall: Admire lantern displays on ancient ruins
📍 Zigong Lantern Festival: Witness the “World’s Number One Lantern” spectacle 📍 Southern Fujian villages: Participate in unique folk processions
📌 ​​Travel Tips:​​
🌟 Plan ahead: Avoid the Spring Festival travel peak (25th-29th of the 12th lunar month) 🌟 Unique experiences: Book folk craft workshops (paper-cutting/New Year painting) 🌟 Essential checklist: Prepare red outfits for festival participation