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This episode of Embracing Cultures will explore the traditional social practices associated with Spring festival and their contemporary relevance.
Spring Festival's UNESCO recognition maps its position as a planetary jamboree that comes from China but now formally belongs to our shared world, Erik Nilsson reports.
In Chinese culture, the snake seems to have an intricate relationship with the dragon, a symbolic emblem of the nation. Sometimes they could not be differentiated from each other, in other times snakes were widely believed to be a major prototype of dragons.
Intricate paper-cuts adorn most homes to ring in the New Year. [Photo/VCG]"Amid the crackle of firecrackers, the old year takes flight.
In this video, friends from diverse countries and regions share their unique ways of celebrating the Spring Festival, reflect on its universal cultural significance, and extend warm, heartfelt wishes for the Chinese New Year. Together, let's celebrate the unity and joy that this timeless festival brings to the world.
On January 23, a delegation of diplomats based in China visited Dream Langfang Theater Park in Langfang, Hebei province. The delegation delved into the rich tapestry of Chinese cultural heritage through a series of immersive experiences at the Unique Dream of Red Mansion theme park and the Silk Road International Art Exchange Center.
As the Year of the Snake draws near, numerous countries are organizing a diverse range of vibrant events, giving local residents the opportunity to immerse themselves in the festive spirit of Chinese New Year and embrace the distinctive allure of Chinese culture.
The 2025 "Happy Chinese New Year" global launch ceremony and gala was held in Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia, on Saturday evening, featuring performances presented by actors from Malaysia and China.
The 2025 "Happy Chinese New Year" global launch ceremony and gala was held in Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia, on Saturday evening, featuring performances presented by actors from Malaysia and China.
