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Chinese Lunar New Year
Traditions
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Gifting RED envelopes
Fresh, crisp and new bills (a must) are given to children, unmarried adults, and from adults to their elderly parents in traditionally bright red envelopes. This gift is an act of appreciation and well-wishes to the receiver.
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Fireworks
Fireworks and firecrackers will be set off to scare away evil spirits and to signal the start of a safe and prosperous new year.
Lion and Dragon dances
the lion symbolizes strength, stability and superiority, while the dragon represents power, boldness and excellence. Dances for both the auspicious creatures are performed during festive occasions as a means to chase away evil spirits and welcome in prosperous times.
Origin/Background
Shang Dynasty 1600 - 1046BC 
Chinese New Year, also called Lunar New Year, annual 15-day festival in China and Chinese communities around the world that begins with the new moon
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