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Tuesday, January 24, 2012

CULTURES AND TRADITIONS DURING CHINESE NEW YEAR



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New Year often signifies a new life, a new beginning and new hopes; these are some of the ideas which come to mind as New Year begins. In some cultures new years are the most prosperous and most extravagant event of the year which should always be prepared and celebrated. Here are some of the decorations that usually are incorporated with Chinese New Year.

FLOWER

Flowers signify growth and prosperity during this event but not just an ordinary flower is used for such festivity. Usually plum blossoms together with bamboo and pine springs are used which replicates family get-togethers which are arranged accordingly. Bamboos signify the harmony between two or more people which must be united throughout the year.

Suggestively, there are other plants which can be used in order to have a different look for different homes such as water lily and azalea which can be more applicable to blend with the surroundings.

Chinese new year lanterns

CHINESE NEW YEAR LANTERN


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Lanterns are sent to the sky on every 15th day after the first moon occurs since it is the first night with a full moon; it is believed that the presence of the many colorful lanterns out in the sky together with the bright full moon will make every people cheerful. The festival is called Yuan Xiao because the Yuan means the first lunar month and Xiao which means night. Lanterns which are commonly used for these festivity differs from what is used in the Mid Autumn Festival since they signify different meanings and wishes in their hope for fortune, blessings, happiness and prosperity.

These lanterns are hung on local temples and often feature images of ferocious animals and mythological figures. The festival not done only for entertainment and beautification but also as a tradition which should always be preserve for every one’s hopes for the brightness and prosperity of the coming year.

Wednesday, January 11, 2012

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