podcastsinenglish Level 1.122 Chinese New Year
Feb 4, 2016
Join a vibrant exploration of Chinese New Year celebrations! Discover the bustling charm of London's Chinatown, adorned with dazzling decorations. Enjoy thrilling parades featuring acrobats and lively lion dancers. Learn about the colorful lantern festival, showcasing stunning giant lanterns and a majestic dragon. Find out why dressing in red is a must for good luck, and uncover the significance of traditional foods like whole chicken and fish. Get tips on red-themed gifts to attract fortune for the coming year!
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Visit London Chinatown
- You don't have to go to China to enjoy Chinese New Year; visit London's Chinatown instead.
- Jackie says London hosts the biggest celebrations outside China with an amazing parade and festivities.
Parade With Lion Dancers
- Jackie describes the parade starting early with acrobats, dancers and impressive lion teams.
- She highlights the lion dancers as perhaps the parade's main attraction to watch.
Extended Lantern Festival
- London also runs a large Chinese lantern festival that lasts for weeks and is best seen at night.
- Jackie notes over 50 giant handmade lanterns that look amazing and very bright after dark.