The year of the dragon seems to be more special because the Chinese value dragons more than the other [zodiac animals]. They regard dragons as the most powerful creature, so the year of the dragon is often prioritised.”
In addition, since this year is the year of the dragon, many women are eager to have a ‘dragon baby’ and start a new family.
The first day of the Chinese New Year is the day of abstinence – so there probably won’t be much baby-making until the day after. On this day, those celebrating rarely leave home. Dessert is offered to the spirits for a sweet and cool year, and red envelopes (Ang Peov) are handed out with money for good luck.
On the second and third days, it is customary to visit relatives’ homes. On these days, it is strictly prohibited to argue or act negatively towards your family – this will bring bad luck for the rest of the year.
Unlike here in Cambodia, China gets fifteen days for their New Year holiday.
The Chinese New Year is one of the most important festivals in Cambodia, up to 80 percent of Cambodian people celebrate it every year, Cambodian Prime Minister Hun Xen said in a public speech in last January.
Cambodia celebrates three new year festivals in a year -- the Universal New Year, the Chinese New Year and the Khmer New Year, the prime minister said.
How will you spend your time this Chinese New Years?
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