Traditions

While some locals claim it's part of their culture, millions protest against the cruel festival worldwide and some people even adopt rescued dogs

As it goes in a famous Chinese saying 'If you want to have a happy life, eat rice every day'

Yellow fruit of ancient ginkgo trees: aromatic or stinky – you are to decide

Stalls sagging under the loads of appetizing mooncakes mean that the Mid-Autumn Festival is on

Dragons, butterflies, flamingos, bears, and rabbits! You'll be amazed at the shapes these various lanterns can take!

"Three-step, one bow", Dana acts, candlelit procession and other rituals are performed to worship Buddha

A story of how to get dirty and be okey with that

Witness this breathtaking alternative to a traditional firework show

Don't miss the city's biggest and most colourful festival!

Immerse yourself into a strange combination of sadness and happiness

Feed the hungry ghosts in Hong Kong

The generally Chinese festival Por Tor that is very important to the ethnic Chinese in Thai features plenty of activities and special food

Until recently Chinese "Rapunzels" didn't show their loose hair to anyone but to their husbands and children. Nowadays the rules are milder—married women may unveil their beauty in public

Huge strangely-coloured river is believed to be the origin of Chinese Civilisation

What can be better than enjoying the peach trees blossom while getting to know more about the Chinese culture?

Watch one of the largest and most prominent Dragon Boat Races in the world

This dish was born in the north where people fight the cold with a hot broth

Thousands of elegant Chinese style lanterns attract a large number of visitors to Longleat

The biggest celebration of this kind outside of Asia

The largest ancient sacrificial complex in China

Welcome the century eggs—an extremely weird Asian delicacy

Lion dancers, Chinese acrobats, stilt walkers, and the heat of treasure hunt make unforgettable impressions

Visit the world's largest wooden building complex

One of the most massive CNY parades takes place in the US capital

Welcome Lunar New Year with all-time favorite lion and dragon dances and other fun activities

Watch the iconic Dragon, Unicorn, and Lion Dancer parades and lots of cultural activities in the heart of Liverpool’s Chinatown

Celebrate the Birthday of the Chinese Goddess of the Sea while watching Chinese opera performances with thousands of Hongkongers

Paint the town red during the CNY festivities in Edmonton

Huge celebrations in Sydney, Melbourne, and other cities last for several weeks and attract millions

Chinese community celebrates this "clear and bright" festival, bringing foods and drinks to the cemeteries and burning paper gifts

On that day people worship dragon hoping for good harvest and rains

Warm yourself up with some snake soup

Enjoy this traditional Chinese celebration of the summer solstice with dragon boat racing

People dance, jump, sing, pierce their skin, and experience trance. You can join them or you can just stand aside and watch

Boston's large Chinese community shows off colorful traditions and delicious food

One of the most important Chinese holidays

Watch Lion and Dragon dances on Cambodian streets and get some luck for the upcoming year during Chinese New Year’s Day

Every year six people die from eating this fish. If you get thrills from life risks, you are welcome to challenge your fortune

Chinese dragons and lions, night fireworks and magically lit temples, and many open houses for every person

LNY festivities are widely celebrated all over Thailand

Discover this Chinese north-eastern special dish, famous for its thin, crispy skin

The Chinese equivalent of Valentine's Day falls on the seventh day of the seventh lunar month

The festival is associated with colorful street performances, lion dances, red colors, and a plentitude of seasonal dainties

The parade and royal procession highlight Asia's biggest festival

The celebration of dragons and lions, firecrackers and fireworks

One of the biggest traditional temple fairs in Shanghai displays ancient Chinese culture

This dish has been popular in China since time immemorial

Large floats with lanterns on the River Walk and lots of cultural activities across the city

One of the biggest celebrations in Canada

Tender hairy crab's meat goes well with ginger tea or spicy chilli​ and black pepper sauces

One of the largest annual festivities in Birmingham

Celebrate the Year of the Ox with traditional food, fireworks, and festivities around the city

The biggest holiday of the year will astonish you with colorful parades and delicious food

The largest Lunar New Year celebration in Scotland

Dragons, dancers, and some of the best Chinese food highlight the celebration of Lunar New Year in Chinatown

Lion dances, delicious food, and Chinese art in Tampa Bay

Celebrate the new lunar year by watching a lion dance or indulging in a traditional dinner

Ask the military commander of the Southern Song Dynasty for wealth and prosperity on his birthday

Join one of the largest celebrations in Canada

Traditional Chinese dances and cuisine to ring in the Lunar New Year

Experience the magic of Chinese New Year with vibrant parades, multicultural festivals, and a celebration of rich Asian heritage

Lion dances, festive dinners and parties all over Colorado's capital

The tradition to decorate houses and streets for Lunar New Year turns Vietnam into a colourful spectacle

Winter Taiwanese cuisine that keeps the body warm and healthy

Asian communities of Pacific Northwest gather for the biggest celebration of the year

Celebrated by millions of Chinese Indonesians this holiday brings lots of color and joy

Celebrate with iconic Chinatown lion parades and multiple festivities across Philly

Check out celebrations filled with traditional lion dances and tasty dumplings

Lion dance and other traditional oriental festivities at the Chinese Culture Center of Albuquerque

Lion dances, traditional crafts, and lots of delicious food to mark the beginning of the new lunar cycle

A colorful festival to brighten up the winter gloom

The joyful family-friendly event at the international foods market in Phillips neighborhood of Minneapolis

The capital of Western Australia holds dozens of events to celebrate the Lunar New Year

Colorful annual festivities at Ohio State University and around Columbus

Celebrate the first new moon with excellent food and entertainment in Miami

Lion dances and traditional food—Nashville knows how to celebrate the New Lunar Year in style!

Street parties throughout the islands with lots of great food, fun activities, and amazing fireworks