The divine matchmaker in Chinese mythology − Old Man Under the Moon − who helps couples find love
In China, people celebrate Valentine’s Day on Feb. 14, but there are at least three holidays and cultural traditions centered ...
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What are Chinese knots? A history of the good luck symbol popular at Lunar New Year
But one aspect of the celebrations often overlooked is the tradition of hanging Chinese knots, which are said to symbolise good luck and can be found year-round in temples and homes. The craft of ...
Tokyo’s bean-throwing ritual draws crowds at Zojoji temple
Hundreds gathered at Tokyo’s Zojoji temple for the annual “mame-maki” bean-throwing event to drive away evil spirits and ...
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10 Chinese New Year traditions and family rituals to attract good luck: Dos and don’ts
The Chinese New Year, marking the beginning of the lunar calendar, is celebrated worldwide with traditions promoting good luck and avoid bad fortune. Key practices include thorough cleaning before ...
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Who is celebrating the Chinese Lunar New Year of the Snake and how?
Several countries mark their new year based on the Chinese lunisolar calendar involving movement of the Sun and Moon.
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Millions around the world celebrate Lunar New Year and ring in the Year of the Snake
one of 12 animals in the Chinese zodiac. Throngs of people in down jackets filled a Beijing park for a “temple fair” on a sunny but chilly day. Some rang bells and tossed coins into containers in the ...