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At Spring Festival there are many ways to decorate, but one of the most common is to paste the character ‘fu’, 福, on doors and windows (facing outwards to keep bad luck away and bring good luck to the home). There is evidence that this custom dates back to the Song dynasty (AD 960 – 1279).
In 2019, the Lantern Festival (Yuánxiāo jié 元宵节）falls on February 19th, the fifteenth and final day of Spring Festival. Although it’s not a public holiday, it is still widely celebrated, especially in southern China and amongst the diaspora. What’s this holiday all about and how can you celebrate it?
Read on to find out!
Continue reading “The history and traditions of the Lantern Festival”
In China, the new year is calculated according to the lunar calendar (农历; Nónglì). Although the Gregorian calendar is standard, the lunar calendar dictates the dates of traditional Chinese holidays and helps people choose auspicious days for important life changes such as weddings, funerals, moving house or starting a business.
But there is a lot more to Chinese astrology than just the animals! Read on to find out what kind of energy the Pig will be bringing this year, and what you should definitely be aware of this year!
It’s that time of year again: time to wish your colleagues and Chinese friends Happy New Year and to wonder what on earth they’re singing in that song you hear on repeat at the supermarket! Let us help you with our guide to the essential vocabulary for Spring Festival!
Continue reading “Spring Festival 101 – useful words & phrases for CNY!”
Chinese New Year and the official start of the Spring Festival are just days away. If you’ve been too busy with work or family or both to get ready, fear not! There is still time to drop past the CK Culture Boutique in the next few days and get all the decorations or gifts you’ll need to make sure you celebrate the holiday in traditional style!
Continue reading “Last minute gifts and decorations at the CK Culture Boutique!”