UNESCO recognizes Spring Festival as Intangible Cultural Heritage of Humanity

independent.co.uk

On December 4, UNESCO added the Spring Festival to its list of Intangible Cultural Heritage of Humanity. This decision was made during a meeting in Asuncion, Paraguay. The Spring Festival celebrates the Chinese New Year and includes traditions like family reunions and wishes for good fortune. Known as guonian, or crossing the year, these practices highlight social harmony and cultural significance for the Chinese people.


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