Chúxī (Chinese New Year’s Eve) and Guònián are approaching.
Guònián is far more than “celebrating the new year.”
Its ancient meaning lies in warding off disasters, driving away evils, and welcoming peace.
It is a time for family reunion, honoring ancestors, and carrying on traditions.
Households paste couplets, share the reunion dinner, and stay awake for shǒusuì.
Children light firecrackers; elders give yāsuìqián for protection and good fortune.
Red lanterns and decorations fill every street.
People visit relatives, enjoy dumplings and rice cakes,
praying for safety, health and blessing in the new year.
Spring Festival is a celebration of family roots, heritage and new beginnings.
Though days remain before the holiday,
niánwèi — the deep, warm atmosphere of Guònián —
is already strong across China.
In Guangzhou, the annual tradition of guàng huājiē (strolling flower streets) has begun.
This is not just a festival.
It is the soul of home, and the hope of a new start.
