Celebrating Spring Festival's UNESCO Inscription
The news of Spring Festival's successful application for UNESCO Intangible Cultural Heritage status has brought waves of joy and pride to people around the world. As 2025 marks the first year since this remarkable achievement, the significance of this ancient festival has been elevated to an even greater level.
Spring Festival is more than just a holiday; it's a vibrant tapestry woven with rich traditions, customs and values. Weeks before the festival, families engage in thorough cleaning, symbolizing the sweeping away of bad luck and making way for a fresh start. The red couplets pasted on doors, adorned with auspicious words, infuse homes with a festive atmosphere.
The highlight of Spring Festival is the reunion dinner on New Year's Eve. Families gather around the table, sharing delicious food and warm conversations, strengthening the bonds of kinship. Fireworks light up the night sky, creating a spectacular display that marks the transition to the new year. Children eagerly await red envelopes filled with lucky money, a token of good wishes from elders.
The inclusion of Spring Festival on the UNESCO list not only safeguards this precious cultural heritage but also promotes cross - cultural understanding. It offers the world a window to peek into the profound wisdom and unique charm of Chinese culture. As the world celebrates this achievement with us, let's continue to cherish and pass on the spirit of Spring Festival for generations to come.
