The symbol of 2024 is the Green Wooden Dragon. Do you want this wise and powerful creature to treat you favorably?
In China they know how to butter the Dragon – that’s the right thing to do.
Do a little cleaning…
On the eve of the New Year, the Chinese always do a housecleaning – it is believed that this helps to clean up and get rid of all the failures and unpleasant feelings left over from the previous year.
…but don’t clean up after New Year’s Eve
However, New Year’s Eve itself brings good luck, and cleaning up immediately after means sweeping away good luck without a house. So, if you needed an excuse to leave the dishes in the sink after the holidays, here it is!
The more red, the better
According to Chinese legends, there is a fierce beast named Nian. He usually sleeps in the depths of the sea, but on New Year’s Eve he comes out to land to harm people. However, Nanny may be afraid of home: the creature is afraid of the color red, and that is why there are so many red decorations for the New Year in China, and even everyone writes their wishes on red paper .
Prepare fish, ravioli and noodles
There are dishes that have special symbolism, including noodles. In China, it is associated with longevity and therefore is prepared and eaten for the New Year. There is one important nuance: noodles cannot be cut or torn on this day.
Dumplings and fish are considered symbols of prosperity in China, which is why they are always served during the holidays. But don’t try to move the dish with carp or pike perch aspic: it is believed that if you move it before the fish is eaten, it will scare away the luck.
Give a red envelope with money
A red envelope with Hongbao money is one of the most popular gifts in China. It is not only a gift, but also a wish for luck and prosperity: the envelope is supposed to bring happiness to the recipient. However, remember two important nuances: you cannot open a hongbao in front of the donor, and it is also forbidden to put an amount containing the number four in it, but you must put one that contains the number eight.
Make noise!
In China, New Year is a noisy and colorful celebration: people believe that noise and music can scare Nanny, who brings bad luck. So, if the rules allow it, lighting fireworks near you can help attract good luck all year round.
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Source: The Voice Mag
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