Chongqing—The first all-English international broadcast program in Chongqing, the 76th episode of "Let's Meet," produced by the Western China International Communication Organization, will air on Chongqing Satellite TV on January 29.
The Spring Festival, a holiday filled with countless emotions and memories for the Chinese people, has transcended borders to become a celebration shared worldwide. Today, we will explore the festival's rich heritage and experience the festive spirit of Chinese communities around the globe.
On the Chinese calendar, there is a day imbued with special significance: the first day of the lunar month — the Spring Festival. It marks not only the beginning of the new year but also a time for family reunions. Why does the Spring Festival hold such an important place in the hearts of the Chinese? How do families celebrate this holiday? Let’s explore through an AI-generated video.
The 8th day of the 12th month in the Chinese lunar calendar, known as "Laba," marks the start of the Spring Festival preparations. On this day, Chinese people enjoy a warm bowl of Laba porridge, which signifies the official beginning of the New Year shopping spree. As the saying goes, "Once Laba passes, the New Year is on its way." The Laba Festival kicks off the consumption season for Chinese people, with families busily preparing New Year goods to welcome the arrival of the new year.
As the Spring Festival approaches, Chongqing is filled with a rich atmosphere of folk customs. The Tongliang Dragon Dance, Liangping New Year woodblock prints, and Yuwang Temple Fair are three unique cultural activities that have become classic representations of the celebrations.
No matter where they are, every time the Spring Festival approaches, Chinese people around the world receive warm blessings from friends and family. Today, friends worldwide will share their understanding and impressions of the Chinese Spring Festival on Let's Meet and send their New Year blessings to the global Chinese community. Let’s take a look.
"Let's Meet" airs every Wednesday and Saturday at 6 PM on Chongqing Satellite TV. It is also simultaneously released on the Let's Meet official WeChat Channels, Bridging News app, iChongqing website, Facebook and YouTube channel, WCICO's global communication matrix platform, and Chongqing Satellite TV's new media matrix.
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