The festivities for the upcoming Chinese New Year started on the third, so we headed to Chinatown to see some of the lights, decorations, parade and music. It was crowded, but we managed to walk around the side streets. Found a couple of things for the house and late Christmas gifts we have been looking at, but are very, very cheap in Chinatown compared to elsewhere. My mom also got Juliana some decorations for her room.
This is the year of the Ox, so there were lots of those around. Here's some pictures of Chinatown...
Mandarin oranges are given to family and friends during the New Year, because they are associated with good luck and are believed to usher in prosperity. So, there are tons of mandarin oranges emerging in all the markets and lots of mandarin orange trees.
Mandarin oranges are given to family and friends during the New Year, because they are associated with good luck and are believed to usher in prosperity. So, there are tons of mandarin oranges emerging in all the markets and lots of mandarin orange trees.
Another tradition for the New Year is to hand out red packets filled with money to the younger generations. Maybe Juliana will get some of those for her savings account!!!At night, Chinatown lit up...all of the red lanterns were glowing and after 7pm, and a huge a parade began with dragons, music and dancing. Juliana really enjoyed it!! She also made a wish...
The Chinese New Year is January 26 and since it's such an important holiday out here, Jacob has a four day weekend. We look forward to seeing some of the other events in the next several weeks!
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Look up for the "Ching Gay" parade. It has nothing to do with gay, it is the Chinese Celebration Parade.
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