Entering the end of the Chinese New Year, many foreigners are still not familiar with Lunar New Year culture in Taiwan. Therefore,【Taiwan Immigrants' Global News Network】has compiled relevant customs and cultures in Taiwan for their reference. It is hoped that they can enjoy the festive vibes in the future.
Definition of Lunar New Year
The Spring Festival, also known as the Lunar New Year, commemorates the start of a new year on the ancient lunisolar Chinese calendar. Observances generally begin on New Year's Eve and end on Easter Sunday, marking the conclusion of the winter season and the start of the spring season.
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House cleaning
Every family is also expected to properly clean their home to sweep away any bad luck and make room for good fortune. Besides, there are certain dates that are ideal for clearing your home and purging your surroundings of ill-luck that has gathered over the previous year.
Red Envelopes
Red envelopes, also known as red packets, is a gift given during holidays or for special occasions such as weddings, graduations, or the birth of a baby in East and Southeast Asian cultures. Although Chinese traditions popularized the red envelope, other cultures share similar traditional customs.
The Spring Festival marks the end of the winter season and the start of the spring season. (Photo / Retrieved from Pexels, Elina Sazonova)
Spring travel
During the Chinese New Year, the family usually gets together and have a trip. Spring travel is also a big deal in Taiwan. During this period, most people would go out for a walk, visit relatives and friends, and bring the good fortune to the following days.
Donning new clothes
Donning new clothes for Chinese New Year, particularly on the first day, represents one's thriving wealth level since they can purchase new garments for the new year. It is also thought to improve your appearance and chase away evil spirits and bad luck.
