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| Ancient Chinese New Year Customs |
Sending New Year's Greetings
The Lunar New Year is the most important festival
in China. It is celebrated with exciting activities
in a joyous and auspicious atmosphere. The first
day of the first month of the lunar year is
called Yuan-dan, or New Year's Day. Officials
extend their New Year's greetings to each other.
Ordinary people too, wear their best clothes
and pay New Year's calls. Rich and poor alike
visit Buddhist temples and Taoist monasteries
in incessant streams throughout the day. Every
household enjoys a feast, ringing with conversation
and laughter. |
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