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The hidden origins of well-known Chinese New Year traditions

February 11, 2016 By Nina Huang

By Nina Huang Northwest Asian Weekly Ever wondered why red is considered a lucky color during Chinese New Year? Or why people collect money in red envelopes? Chinese New Year has long been a celebration of tradition for Chinese families to bring in the new year, and many of these customs originated from fascinating Chinese […]

Filed Under: Cultures Tagged With: 2016, China, Chinese New Year, Guo Nian, Lijiao Serven, Lunar New Year, Nina Huang, Northeast Chinese, Northwest Asian Weekly, Southern Chinese, Vol 35 No 7 | February 13 - February 19, Yushen Li, Zhong Kuei

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