Chinese New Year 2024: Celebrating the 'Year of the Dragon', date, significance, wishes and more
Chinese New Year 2024: The global celebration of Chinese New Year 2024 commenced on February 10 with joy and cultural reverence, marking the advent of the ‘Year of the Dragon’. This cherished festival, deeply rooted in Chinese culture, unites people of Chinese heritage in festivities that symbolize fresh beginnings and familial bonds. The occasion signals the beginning of the lunar calendar, inviting vibrant parades, dragon dances, and feasts amid fireworks and reunion dinners.
The festivities last for about 15 days, culminating in the Lantern Festival on the 15th day of the lunar month. Also Read | 'Have more babies': Singapore Prime Minister Lee Hsien asks citizens to add ‘little dragons’ to family As vibrant hues adorn streets and the tantalizing aroma of traditional delicacies wafts through the air, Chinese New Year 2024 heralds a time of renewal, prosperity, and cultural celebration. Ushering in the Year of the Dragon in 2024 provides a perfect opportunity to extend warm wishes, heartfelt messages, and inspiring quotes to loved ones, friends, and colleagues.
The origins of Lunar New Year customs date back thousands of years, rooted in Chinese mythology to ward off a tormenting beast. Families lit fireworks, covered doors with red paper, and left lanterns on overnight. Today, red lanterns decorate neighbourhoods, and giving cash in red envelopes is a common practice, symbolizing good fortune.
As the world celebrates the joyous occasion of Chinese New Year 2024, the Year of the Dragon promises a year filled with hope, prosperity, and unity. Also Read | Google Doodle celebrates Lunar New Year 2024, here's wishes and messages to send your loved ones 1. The Chinese New Year, also known as the "Spring Festival," marks the
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