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China Media Group unveils Si Shengsheng, the official mascot for the 2025 Spring Festival Gala, celebrating the upcoming Year of the Snake with the theme “Year of the Snake, Keep Your Spirits Awake.”
China Media Group unveils Si Shengsheng, mascot for the 2025 Spring Festival Gala, with the theme “Year of the Snake, Keep your Spirits Awake,” as global communities prepare for Lunar New Year.
Chinese President Xi Jinping extends Lunar New Year greetings to non-CPC groups, urging unity and innovation to achieve national development goals outlined in the 14th Five-Year Plan.
Singapore’s Chinatown is celebrating the Lunar New Year with a dazzling snake-themed lantern display, ushering in the Year of the Snake with vibrant decorations and festivities until February 27.
China and Vietnam jointly celebrate the Chinese Lunar New Year in Yunnan Province, marking 75 years of diplomatic relations with cultural events that highlight their shared traditions and strong ties.
China marks the Lunar New Year with ancient Wuhan bells, a retail boom with foreign brands, the premiere of “Creation of the Gods II,” and a joint archaeological find with Uzbekistan.
Spring Festival, known as Tet in Vietnam, is a shared cultural celebration between China and Vietnam. The festivities highlight the deep-rooted cultural ties and shared traditions that unite the two nations.
Spring Festival and Tet, celebrated in China and Vietnam, highlight the deep-rooted cultural ties between the two nations through shared traditions and festive customs.
Spring Festival, known as Tet in Vietnam, is a shared tradition that highlights the deep-rooted cultural ties between China and Vietnam, showcasing similar festivities and family-centered celebrations.
In Yanbian Prefecture, the Jin family prepares traditional Korean dishes like fish head steamed rice and rice cakes to celebrate the Lunar New Year, reflecting the rich cultural tapestry of northeast China.
As Layue begins on December 31, households across the Chinese mainland embark on the tradition of “sweeping the dust,” a symbolic act of cleaning to usher in a prosperous New Year by sweeping away past misfortunes.
Beijing Zoo’s snakes become unexpected stars as visitors flock to see them ahead of the Year of the Snake, highlighting cultural fascination with these creatures during Lunar New Year celebrations.
Today, people across China celebrate the Laba Festival by enjoying traditional Laba congee, marking the start of preparations for the Lunar New Year.
China Media Group has completed the first rehearsal for the 2025 Spring Festival Gala, unveiling vibrant performances that celebrate China’s culture and welcome a joyous New Year.
UNESCO has inscribed China’s Spring Festival on its Representative List of the Intangible Cultural Heritage of Humanity, recognizing the festival’s rich traditions and cultural significance.
2024 marks the Year of the Loong, a revered symbol of fortune and power in Chinese culture. Discover the traditions and significance of this legendary creature as the Lunar New Year approaches.
Discover the rich traditions of the Lunar New Year in rural Henan through the eyes of Zhang Yan, a student returning home to celebrate with her family and embrace time-honored customs.
First-year student Mian Xukun and her family drove 10 hours to Chengdu to celebrate the Year of the Dragon, experiencing the city’s vibrant Lunar New Year festivities.
Residents and tourists in Lanzhou celebrated the Chinese Lunar New Year with a vibrant fair by the Yellow River, showcasing traditional customs like dragon dances, folk music, and Hanfu photography.
The Hong Kong-Zhuhai-Macao Bridge saw over 130,000 passengers in a single day during the Lunar New Year, setting a new record since its opening and highlighting the region’s growing connectivity.