Experience the Vibrant Spring Festival at Shenzhen’s Folk Culture Village
Discover the lively celebrations of the Spring Festival at Shenzhen’s China Folk Culture Village, where traditions come alive through performances, crafts, and festivals.
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Carp Lantern Dance Brightens Spring Festival in China’s Southernmost City
Sansha City in South China’s Hainan Province celebrated the Spring Festival with a dazzling Carp Lantern Dance, bringing together tradition and community spirit in a vibrant display.
Colorful Lanterns Illuminate Jinan’s Festive ‘Xiaonian’ Celebrations
Jinan City lights up with vibrant lanterns in celebration of Xiaonian, marking the start of the Spring Festival festivities in China.
Red-Stamped Buns: Jinhua’s Tasty Tradition for the Lunar New Year
As the Lunar New Year approaches, Jinhua’s bustling workshops craft red-stamped buns, symbolizing prosperity and unity—a must-have on New Year tables.
Suzhou’s Squirrel-Shaped Mandarin Fish: A Delicious Tradition Revealed
Discover the story behind Suzhou’s iconic squirrel-shaped mandarin fish, a traditional dish with over 400 years of history, and learn why it squeaks like a squirrel when served.
China Kicks Off Spring Festival Preparations with Little Chinese New Year Celebrations
China begins celebrating Xiao Nian, the ‘Little Chinese New Year,’ marking the start of preparations for the Spring Festival with vibrant traditions and festivities across the country.
Snake Coiling Around Rabbit: China’s Ancient Symbol of Prosperity
Discover the ancient belief from China’s Shanxi, Shaanxi, and Gansu provinces where a snake coiling around a rabbit symbolizes good fortune and prosperity for the upcoming Year of the Snake.
Staying Up All Night: China’s Time-Honored New Year’s Eve Tradition
Discover the Chinese tradition of staying up all night on New Year’s Eve to ward off the mythical monster Nian, a practice that brings families together and ushers in good fortune.
Guizhou’s Sesame Cakes: A Sweet Spring Festival Tradition
In Guizhou’s Shimo County, making sesame cakes is a cherished Spring Festival tradition that brings communities together. These sweet treats symbolize happiness and are an essential part of the holiday celebrations.
Tofu Grinding: An Ancient Tradition Celebrating Honesty and Hard Work
Discover the ancient tradition of tofu grinding during Layue, celebrating honesty and hard work in the twelfth month of the Chinese calendar.