The Chinese New Year or the Lunar New Year is the most celebrated and spectacular amongst Chinese Holidays. It is based on the lunisolar calendar where both moon phases and the solar year’s time are indicated. It starts on the first day of the new moon and ends in the full moon on the 15th day.
The Lunar New Year is Asia’s largest holiday. During the Chinese New Year, there are a lot of traditions and practices being reflected, that even non-Chinese are enjoying. Family Gatherings ，Making Dumplings On the eve of the Chinese New Year,Sending Red Envelopes are three basic traditions that are pretty much the same all over China.
There are a lot of other traditions and practices being reflected. One will see the lavish and colorful display of decorations to symbolize good luck and wealth for business and prosperity for homes. Food and Cuisines made especially for this occasion gives addition to this good luck and harmony. the spectacular New Year parades throughout China towns are the main attraction, showcasing colorful costumes, elaborate floats and performances, fireworks, lion dances and the hundred foot-long dragon puppet made from silk, bamboo and paper.which are not only feast for the eyes but to also for their wealth and luck.