Here are a few key points about preparations for Chinese New Year:
- Chinese New Year is one of the most important celebrations in Chinese culture and traditions. It signifies renewal and family reunions.
- In the weeks leading up to Chinese New Year, families will clean their homes to sweep away any bad luck from the past year. Windows and doors will also be decorated with red paper cuts and couplets with inspirational quotes.
- Preparations also involve buying new clothes to wear during Chinese New Year and receiving lucky money in red envelopes. Large family banquets are planned with reunion dinner menus.
- Other customs include paying off debts, visiting elders to pay respect and giving them red envelopes for good fortune