- Hong Deng笼: These vibrant red lanterns are a staple decoration during Chinese New Year.
- They symbolize good luck, happiness, and prosperity.
2. Spring Festival Couplets (Chunlian):
- Doorways are adorned with these red paper couplets inscribed with auspicious phrases and blessings for the coming year.
3. Chinese Knot:
- intricate knots tied using a single piece of red string.
- They represent unity, luck, and longevity.
4. Fu Character:
- Fu 福: This character means "good fortune" or "blessings" and is displayed upside down to signify "fortune arriving."
5. Chinese New Year Paintings:
- Nianhua 年画: These festive paintings often depict scenes of prosperity and happiness.
6. Money Envelopes (Hongbao):
- These red envelopes filled with money are given as gifts to symbolize wealth and good fortune.
7. Chinese Zodiac Animals:
- Each year is associated with a specific zodiac animal based on the Chinese lunar calendar. 2023 is the year of the Rabbit.
8. Fireworks and Firecrackers:
- Loud and colorful fireworks and firecrackers are used to ward off evil spirits.
9. Lion Dance:
- Lion dance performances are a common feature during the festivities, symbolizing strength and courage.
10. Dragon Dance:
- These energetic dances bring prosperity, good luck, and wisdom.