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Why do Chinese have a different new year from us?
It functions from their traditional calendar system.
How important is the Chinese New Year to Chinese people?
It's different for different people, but to most the Chinese New Year is the most important holiday of the year. It usually takes place in January or February, and is the time of year when everyone in the family gathers around and have a great time. Its as important to them like our new year is to us.
What are the Chinese significance of the Chinese New Year?
Chinese celebrate chinese new year because it's a part of their tradition. same through with us people, we also celebrate our new years because it is part of our tradition .. hope my answer helped you :D
What does Chinese New Year and American new year have in common?
During Christmas people go to church and pray to God while Chinese people visit temples and pray to their ancestors for good fortune.
Do you stay home from school on Chinese New Year?
Yes. I am from Taiwan. During the lunar new year we return home to family. I live in the US now, so I don't have that convenience anymore.
Why are animals used to celebrate Chinese New Year?
I am Chinese, and there is a traditional legend that the most special animals on the earth were invited to a party with "The ruler of the heavens" and then the ruler tells them to run in a race and the order of the animals is according to the place in the race that they were in. You might not understand, because it a Chinese legend. That us the best way I can put it.
When is the japanese new year-?
The modern Japanese calendar is the same as the US and Europe, with the New Year beginning on 1 January. Until 1873, they used the same lunar calendar as the Chinese do.
Why are the Chinese calendar year and the US year not the same?
different time lines
Why do Chinese celebrate Chinese New Year?
Chinese New Year is celebrated to mark the beginning of a new year according to the lunar calendar. It is a time to honor deities and ancestors, gather with family, and wish for good luck and prosperity for the coming year. Traditions like lion dances, family reunions, and giving red envelopes with money are commonly practiced during this festive period.
What do you think of the popularity of American festivals in china?
It's about the same thing as Chinese New Year in the US. More formality, less tradition.
What year did the Chinese arrive in the US?
Mid-19th century.
Why do the Chinese celebrate the new year on a different date?
China does not necessarily have a different calendar. They use the common calender as most of the world does (same number of months and weeks, etc), but also uses the Lunar Calender. If you are referring to the Chinese zodiac, well, that is not their calendar.
