The Spring Festival, China’s most significant holiday, is also a vital driver of the country’s economy. This year, it shone even brighter, as the festival followed its inclusion on the UNESCO Representative List of the Intangible Cultural Heritage of Humanity, sparking renewed enthusiasm domestically and attracting heightened interest from abroad. The statistics speak for themselves:… Continue reading Spring Festival holiday sparks consumer spending in China, in a timely boost to the economy
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Spring Festival holiday sparks Consumer Spending in China, in a timely boost to the Economy
The Spring Festival, China’s most significant holiday, is also a vital driver of the country’s economy. This year, it shone even brighter, as the festival followed its inclusion on the UNESCO Representative List of the Intangible Cultural Heritage of Humanity, sparking renewed enthusiasm domestically and attracting heightened interest from abroad. The statistics speak for themselves:… Continue reading Spring Festival holiday sparks Consumer Spending in China, in a timely boost to the Economy
Under the Red Lanterns, the World Celebrates the Spring Festival
Each year, Lin Haiyan, president of the Chinatown Foundation in Mauritius, dedicates significant time and effort to organising the Spring Festival celebrations. During the Spring Festival season in February 2024, the Mauritius National Multi-Sport Complex was adorned with large red lanterns and Chinese knots, creating a vibrant setting for the festivities. The event featured captivating… Continue reading Under the Red Lanterns, the World Celebrates the Spring Festival
The Chinese New Year is Full of Folklores, Rituals, Norms and Symbolism
The Spring Festival, also known as Chinese New Year, is the most important celebration in China. It is a cherished occasion for families to reunite, share festive meals, and honour the memory of their ancestors. The Spring Festival holds profound cultural, social, and historical significance. For the Chinese people, the Spring Festival is a celebration… Continue reading The Chinese New Year is Full of Folklores, Rituals, Norms and Symbolism
Participation in Spring Festival Activities Gives Insights into the Richness of Chinese Culture
The Spring Festival is the largest and most important festival in China and among Chinese communities worldwide. Having experienced the festival for six years in China, I have developed a deep appreciation for its cultural, social, and economic significance. This celebration embodies essential themes such as family reunion, wishing for good fortune and well-being, social… Continue reading Participation in Spring Festival Activities Gives Insights into the Richness of Chinese Culture
Turning Ice and Snow Into Gold
In Harbin, the capital city of China’s northernmost Heilongjiang Province, there is a mesmerizing winter wonderland. Here, towering ice structures mimicking landmarks from across Asia, cheers from super-long ice slides, and the breathtaking view from a giant Ferris wheel attracted over 610,000 visitors during this year’s eight-day Spring Festival holiday, which ended Tuesday. Near the… Continue reading Turning Ice and Snow Into Gold
Inscription onto the UNESCO’s Intangible Cultural Heritage List Shows the Growing Popularity and Recognition of Chinese Spring Festival
The Spring Festival is the most cherished occasion in China when people gather with their families to celebrate the traditional New Year. A “special gift” this year has given them an additional reason to celebrate. On 4 December 2024, the Spring Festival was inscribed onto the Representative List of the Intangible Cultural Heritage of Humanity… Continue reading Inscription onto the UNESCO’s Intangible Cultural Heritage List Shows the Growing Popularity and Recognition of Chinese Spring Festival
China Taps Ice, Snow to Fuel Economic Growth
From winter sports to snow tourism, China is actively tapping into its ice and snow resources to create new growth drivers for the world’s second-largest economy, according to multiple officials and experts at a recent roundtable. Tourists are now more willing to pay for leisure and cultural activities related to ice and snow tourism, said… Continue reading China Taps Ice, Snow to Fuel Economic Growth
What to Watch About China’s Spring Festival Travel Rush
Chunyun, the world’s largest annual human migration, officially kicked off on Jan. 14 in China ahead of the Spring Festival. Authorities predict travel volumes will hit new highs during the 40-day travel rush. The latest episode of the China Economic Roundtable, an all-media talk show hosted by Xinhua News Agency, spotlighted key trends shaping this… Continue reading What to Watch About China’s Spring Festival Travel Rush
Upgraded Services Improve Passenger Experience During Spring Festival Travel
China’s transport sector has enhanced services to ensure satisfying travel experiences for passengers and address the challenges posed by the large-scale movement of people, said the country’s transport authorities. Students and migrant workers are key groups during the Spring Festival travel rush, which kicked off on Jan. 14. This year, for the first time, certain… Continue reading Upgraded Services Improve Passenger Experience During Spring Festival Travel