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Orange Peels for Prosperity and Long Noodles for Longevity: Fun and Lucky Traditions for Chinese New Year

The year of the dragon has some exciting rituals to welcome the new year

Gung Hei Faat Choih, readers! (That means bless, happiness and prosperity). We’ve rounded up a few fun ways you can ring in the Lunar new year the luckiest way possible. Each day of the 15 day Lunar New Year festival holds a specific significance that varies according to local traditions, but the first day symbolizes a new start in one’s life, refreshing hopes for prosperity, wealth and happiness.

HOLLER AT GRANDMA AND GRANDPA FOR FAMILY KINSHIP

Day 1 of the lunar new year is time to honour one’s elders and family members to ensure a tight family bond all year. Gather round the laptop and skype grandma and grandpa, or get them on the phone!

CIRTUS FRUITS: SUGARED FOR SWEET YEAR, FRESH FOR A NEW START