CGTN AmericaLion dancers prepare for Chinese New Year celebrations in US capital
While 2015 may be the Year of the Sheep, during Chinese New Year celebrations, the lions always take center stage.
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Chinese Culture
February 16, 2015
February 13, 2015
Timelapse: Making a traditional Chinese red lantern
Originally constructed to improve on a simple candle flame, the iconic Chinese lantern has a very long history.
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February 12, 2015
Traditional Chinese New Year Customs
Feb. 18 marks the start of the Chinese New Year and kicks off two weeks of celebrations, eating, and spending time with loved ones — making it the longest holiday in China. Here are some of the most popular Chinese New Year traditions, and how […]
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February 11, 2015
In the kitchen: How to make 5 lucky Chinese New Year dishes
From lucky numbers to lucky colors, lucky dates to lucky sayings, Chinese people are all about that “luck”. Certain dishes are eaten during the Chinese New Year because the Chinese believe those dishes will bring good luck to the whole year. The auspicious symbolism of […]
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February 5, 2015
Chinese New Year paper cutting part of long line of decorative arts
One of the many traditions during Chinese New Year is cutting and hanging bright pieces of paper cut into intricate designs. It’s a craft that dates back more 1,500 years.
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