Is there a Spring Festival abroad? When is the New Year in China?

When are the American New Year and the China New Year respectively? Brother, China's New Year is always a lunar calendar. Lunar New Year's Eve is the last day. The first day of the first month is the first day of the new year. Hehe, as for America, it should be Christmas. They are on the Gregorian calendar (Gregorian calendar) 65438+February 25th.

When is the American New Year? Many festivals in America have dazzling names. What Martin? Luther King Day, President's Day, Flag Day, Veterans' Day, etc., are dazzling. However, there are only a few festivals that really matter. In chronological order, it is New Year, Valentine's Day, Easter, Independence Day, Halloween, Thanksgiving and Christmas.

Compared with Christmas, New Year's Day in America seems a little deserted. That's understandable. For many Americans, Christmas is a new beginning of the year. After the ecstasy of Christmas, the arrival of the new year seems a bit redundant.

Compared with the deserted New Year, Valentine's Day on February 14 is much more lively. On this day, everyone will be busy sending cards, distributing chocolates, buying flowers, having dinner with family and friends and expressing their feelings for each other. Of course, the sweetest thing is the lovers in love. The happiest, I think, should be the florist. On Valentine's Day, flowers sold like crazy.

Easter seems strange to us in China, but in the United States, Easter is a very important religious festival, second only to Christmas. Celebrating Easter, on the one hand, is to celebrate the resurrection of Jesus and thank him for his sacrifice and dedication to mankind. On the other hand, it is to celebrate the arrival of the Spring Festival. After the severe winter, everything began to recover and flourish.

Just as Santa Claus and Christmas tree are symbols of Christmas, rabbits and eggs are symbols of Easter. They symbolize vitality and fertility. On Easter day, cute and exaggerated cartoon rabbits are usually hung in shops. The trees in front of people's houses are covered with colorful plastic eggs filled with candy, so that they can sway gently with the breeze. Families with children take their children to community gathering places early, taste delicious food and participate in various games. More people go to church and spend the holidays with many parishioners.

Interestingly, the date of Easter is uncertain. Its date determination is somewhat complicated, usually on the first Sunday after the first full moon after March 20. In the west, Easter may be on any day from March 23rd to April 26th. Because this arrangement is very complicated, it is said that it will be 5.7 million years later, on the same Easter, before it can be repeated.

Independence Day in the United States is equivalent to China's National Day. On July 4th, local people often arrange a lively National Day. Last year, I went sightseeing with some friends from China. America's National Day looks a little loose but happy. People from all walks of life of all ethnic groups, colors and ages, wearing their most distinctive costumes or professional uniforms, sang and danced or beat around in the streets and walked all the way. If a naughty child comes out of the crowd and dances with his hands and feet beside the team, it doesn't matter if he follows all the way. Anyway, the police uncle doesn't care.

Halloween on June 65438+1October 3 1 in the United States is actually what we call the Ghost Festival in China. Compared with our taboo on Halloween in China, Americans seem to like this festival very much, especially children, who are eagerly looking forward to Halloween before June 5438+00.

From the origin, Halloween is also a religious festival, which means that the energetic summer has passed and the cold winter is coming. On this day, children will dress up as all kinds of weird and scary ghosts and knock on neighbors' doors for candy. Presumably, Americans' happy Halloween also has a positive effect on children's psychological growth, which can make children treat such a heavy topic as death with an optimistic attitude.

165438+1The fourth Thursday in October is Thanksgiving Day in the United States. On this day, the most unlucky thing is the turkey. Because on this day, almost all families will roast a turkey and share it with the whole family. Of course, according to American custom, one of the luckiest turkeys was pardoned by the president and survived.

Thanksgiving was originally set up to thank God for his generosity so that people could harvest food. The most popular explanation in the United States is that in order to thank the local indigenous Indians, they were given very important help when they first came to the New World. Today, Thanksgiving Day has become an important holiday for American family gatherings.

The most important holiday in America is Christmas on February 25th, 65438. People know the origin and history of Christmas best. In the eyes of Americans, the most poetic Christmas is when the whole family sits around the fire and tastes delicious food on snowy days. Unfortunately, such a white Christmas is not easy to meet.

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What festivals are there in the west? When did all this happen? Third, Germany 1. Christmas is the most important festival in Germany. Just like the Spring Festival in China, the holiday of Christmas is 65438+February 25-26, but many enterprises and institutions put it from 65438+February 24 to 1 February 2 and 3. 2。 The celebration of New Year's Day (neujahr) is mainly held on New Year's Eve, that is, the night of 65438+February 3 1. The evening is very lively, and people set off firecrackers (but it is very strict now) to cheer for the arrival of the New Year. To celebrate the New Year, many big cities will set off fireworks and hold concerts. Many students will send greeting cards to professors, relatives and friends before New Year's Day! ! ! 3。 Carnival (Karneval/Fashing/Fastnacht) is a carnival around February 10. This festival is held in Cologne, the United States and other cities in the Rhine Valley. On this day, people dress up, put on various masks and sing and dance in the street. All kinds of floats took to the streets. People standing on the bus are like people who scatter candy, chocolate and toys on both sides of the street! 4。 Easter Easter is celebrated on the first Sunday and Monday after the full moon of the Spring Festival every year, but the date is not fixed, usually in late March and early April. Easter is the second largest traditional festival in Germany and the oldest Christian festival in the country. Up to now, there are still various habits, such as preparing resurrected rabbits and Easter eggs before the festival to celebrate the return of spring to the earth and the renewal of Vientiane. Easter two days! ! ! 5。 The National Day (nationalfeiertag) is also a celebration festival in Germany, 65438+10.3, which was not celebrated! ! 4. France 1, 1 6th: Emperor's Day. In the pastry shop, people buy cookies one after another. This kind of biscuit contains a little thing called broad bean. The youngest member of the family blindfolded and gave the cookies to everyone: this is Aunt Jane's, this is Dad's and this is Mr. Des powys's. . . "Everyone should avoid biting broad beans when eating biscuits. People who eat broad beans will be named king (queen) and choose his queen (king). The whole family or friends raised their glasses and sang, "to the king and to the queen." "February 2: The Holy Wax Festival is a double festival of religion and food. On this day, everyone makes egg pancakes, which are thin and yellow, as golden as the sun. After it floats, the children look at it. If only it fell directly into someone else's mouth! 3, April 1: April Fool's Day. April and May 1: Labor Day and Lily of the Valley Festival. May, July 14, French National Day. On the eve of National Day, all the cities in France set off fireworks, and the streets and alleys of Paris were crowded with people singing and dancing. The next morning, people watched the military parade. The big festival in France has begun. 6. French holidays begin on August 3rd1. Although * * * worked hard, almost all French people took vacations at the same time. Many factories closed and a large number of shops closed. 7, 1 1 month 1. Today is Ghost Festival. In the cemetery, the cemetery is decorated with chrysanthemums. Although the atmosphere in the cemetery is very sad, the primary school students are ecstatic on the first day of this year's holiday. August,165438+1October 25th is Saint Catherine's Day, which is an authentic local festival in Paris. 25-year-old unmarried young woman dressed as St. Catherine. These girls who celebrate St. Catherine's Day put wreaths in front of the statue of the saint with the same name in the street. On this day, people made many small yellow and green hats, one of which was more novel than the other. In large women's clothing stores, people dance and drink champagne. Catherine was the queen at that time. 9.1February 25th: Christmas. This can be called Mid-Autumn Festival. It is the light of winter and brings joy to people. Stars, snowflakes, pine trees, gifts and bells make up a picture. The children cleaned the chimney and found their biggest shoes. Santa Claus is on his way. . .

When is the Spring Festival in foreign countries? Western countries celebrate Christmas, but it is not China's New Year. Generally speaking, New Year's Day is the New Year in China. On that day, everyone will say: I admire new york very much!

What are the foreign Chinese New Year customs? Britain: On the day before New Year's Day, every household should have wine in the bottle and meat in the cupboard. The British believe that if there is no wine and meat left over, they will be poor in the coming year. In addition, the custom of "digging wells" in the New Year is also very popular in Britain. People strive to be the first person to draw water, thinking that the first person to draw water is a happy person, and the water obtained from it is auspicious. On New Year's Eve, English people often go out to visit with cakes and wine. They went straight to their relatives and friends' houses without knocking. According to British custom, after the 1001 night of New Year's Eve, the first person who steps into the house indicates the luck of the new year. If the first guest is a man with dark hair, or a happy, happy and rich person, the host will be very lucky all the year round. If the first guest is a woman with light yellow hair, or a sad, poor and unfortunate person, then the host will be unlucky and will encounter difficulties and disasters in the new year. People who visit relatives and friends' homes on New Year's Eve should first stir the fire in the fireplace and wish the host "open the door" before speaking. In some parts of central England, when people go out on New Year's morning, whether they are familiar or unfamiliar, they will give each other copper coins. They think that this will not only make each other rich for a year, but also bring them good luck.

India: New Year's Day in India is called "Crying New Year's Day" and "Fasting New Year's Day". On the first day of the new year, no one is allowed to be angry with others, let alone lose his temper. In some places, instead of celebrating China New Year, they hugged each other and cried. They think that at the beginning of New Year's Day, time flies ―― life is too short, and they cry to express their sighs. In some areas, people welcome the New Year by fasting for one day and one night, from the early morning of New Year's Day to midnight.

Mongolia: When the New Year comes, Mongolian old people will dress up as shepherds, wear fur coats and fur hats, and whip in their hands to show their good wishes of exorcism.

Brazil: Brazilians hold torches high on New Year's Day and go climbing in groups. People are scrambling to find the golden birch tree that symbolizes happiness. Only those who are fearless can find this rare fruit. They call it "seeking happiness". There is a unique custom in rural Brazil-pulling each other's ears. When people meet in the New Year, they must grab each other's ears to express their blessings.

Pakistan: On New Year's Day, people in Pakistan ran out with red powder in their hands, met their relatives and friends, thanked them for their new happiness, and painted red powder on their foreheads to show their good luck in celebrating the New Year.

Afghanistan: Residents in northern Afghanistan hold fierce sheep-grabbing competitions every New Year's Day to celebrate. The two teams of riders competed for their prey, and the game was fierce and festive.

Argentina: Argentines believe that water is the most sacred. Every New Year's Day, every family, old and young, flock to the river for a "New Year bath" to wash away all the filth on their bodies.

Mexico: People in some parts of Mexico are forbidden to laugh when the New Year comes. They are forbidden to laugh in the last 5 days of a year, 20 days of a month and 18 months of a year.

Bulgaria: Whoever sneezes at New Year's Day dinner will surely bring happiness to the whole family. The master promised to give him his first sheep, cow or pony, wishing his family happiness.

Paraguay: The Bala people designate the last five days of each year as the "Cold Food Festival". During these five days, from the head of state to the ordinary people, no fireworks can be set off, only cold food can be eaten, and it is not until New Year's Day that a fire can be made to cook and celebrate the festival.

Scotland: Scots put some money in front of every house on New Year's Eve. Nobody's watching. Thieves and beggars didn't move when they saw it that night. Because of the local custom, on New Year's Eve, put money outside the door first and open the door early in the morning, which means "get rich at first sight".

Spain: On the eve of the Spanish New Year, all family members get together to celebrate with music and games. At midnight, the first bell rang at twelve o'clock, and everyone scrambled to eat grapes. According to the bell, Guo Jia can eat 12, which symbolizes that everything goes well every month in the new year. During the Chinese New Year, children are most afraid of swearing, fighting and crying, and think these phenomena are ominous. Therefore, on New Year's Day, adults always try their best to meet all the requirements of children. At the same time, people will carry a gold coin or a copper coin to show good luck. ……...& gt& gt

When is the foreign New Year? The new year means to say goodbye to the old and welcome the new. Many countries have had the custom of Chinese New Year, which is similar to that of China. At present, most countries in the world use the Gregorian calendar, but because of the different calendars of religious beliefs, the date of the New Year is also different. For example, Jews are calculated according to the Jewish calendar, and New Year's Day arrives at 10 in September of the Gregorian calendar, according to the * * * teaching calendar. The era takes July of 16 as the first year's New Year's Day, with only 354 days in a year, and the date of New Year's Day changes every year.

Europe and America basically belong to the Christian cultural circle, celebrating the Gregorian New Year. Scots regard the New Year as a secular festival, which is more exciting than Christmas. The most lively moment of American New Year is New Year's Eve. People go to church to pray and sing poems. Some people hold a family reception, others watch a performance. Many people use New Year's Day to express their "New Year's resolutions", such as quitting smoking and drinking, being honest with others and so on, to resolve conflicts with others. Masquerade balls held in Britain and the United States are also said to have originated from the ancient desire to bid farewell to the old and welcome the new. In Portugal, bullfighting is the highlight of New Year's activities, and many people spend the New Year in the bullring. Latin American countries are deeply influenced by Latin culture, and New Year's Day revelry prevails, among which Brazil's makeup and samba competition are a major selling point of tourism.

Among Asian countries, New Year is the biggest festival in Japan. Many years ago, many people decorated their doors with bamboo leaves, pine branches, straw ropes and white paper strings, with pine bamboo representing evergreen and white paper strings representing purification and evil spirits. Before New Year's Day, everyone rushed to send New Year's cards, and all walks of life held "Forget the Year Meeting" to communicate information and feelings. In recent decades, the Japan Broadcasting Association has held red and white songs, which is very attractive. As soon as the concert was over, temple bells rang, symbolizing 108 the exorcism of demons and troubles (from Buddhism).

In neighboring Vietnam, Korea and Mongolia, besides the Gregorian New Year, the Spring Festival is also a traditional folk festival, and many customs and habits are similar to our country. For example, there are activities such as sweeping dust, vigil, New Year greetings and outing in Vietnam. And eating zongzi on New Year's Eve. Zongzi is round, symbolizing a round place, which is more festive than festive. It is worth mentioning that vertical banners are popular in rural areas during the Spring Festival. People trim the top bamboo leaves with bamboo poles and hang red banners and wind chimes on them. It is said that the sound of the wind will scare away ghosts. In some places, bows and arrows are hung on poles, and the arrows point to the east, symbolizing exorcism. Over time, the flagpole is called the Spring Festival pole.

Immigrant culture has added new content to the New Year culture of immigrant countries. Every year during the Spring Festival, Chinese Americans hold celebrations in their communities. In addition to collective worship, they also perform lion and dragon dances, which are deeply loved by local people. Fujian immigrants in Hawaii also hold Narcissus Festival to elect Narcissus Queen. The traditional Lantern Festival in China is very popular abroad. Last year, Datong Kang's Lantern Festival was a sensation in Israel. At the invitation of Malaysia, they will be exhibited during the Spring Festival this year. Recently, Indonesian President Wahid announced the revocation of the regulations prohibiting Chinese from celebrating festivals in public, which is conducive to the promotion and sharing of Chinese culture.

Festival culture is a unique form of human activities to create a community, reflecting people's psychology of looking forward to peace and pursuing happiness. Nowadays, the media provides a quick channel for people to share festival culture, and the spread and exchange of culture are more and more frequent. Tourism provides more and more opportunities for people to visit foreign holiday cultures.

When do foreigners celebrate the New Year? Celebrating the beginning of the New Year is a common custom in all countries and regions in the world. Because different countries and regions have different historical culture, religious beliefs and national customs, they all have their own different customs to celebrate New Year's Day. Different countries in the world have different longitude positions and different times, so the date of "New Year's Day" is different in different countries. For example, Tonga, an island country in Oceania, is located on the west side of the Japanese boundary. It is the first place in the world to start a day and the first country to celebrate New Year's Day. Western Samoa, to the east of international date line, is the latest place in the world to start a new day. Now I want to introduce you to the country you want to know most:

1. Japan-ringing the bell 108 times.

The Japanese used to spend two New Years, that is, New Year's Day and Spring Festival, which is similar to the situation in our country now. Only in modern times did it change to a new calendar year. On New Year's Eve, the Japanese call it "New Year's Eve". On New Year's Eve, the Japanese also have the custom of celebrating the New Year. People eat buckwheat noodles and watch TV programs arranged for the New Year. The solo competition between male and female singers is the most popular. At midnight, the temple is filled with cigarettes and the bell rings, often knocking 108. It is said that this is because there is a saying in the Buddhist scriptures that "when you hear the bell, your troubles will be clear." The Japanese believe that every time you knock on the door, you will get rid of one kind of trouble, and knocking 108 times means clearing all troubles. After the bell rings, people flock to shrines and temples, burn incense and worship Buddha, and sign fortune-telling, which is called "the first visit". It is estimated that about 80 million people visit the shrine from midnight to New Year's Day every year. On the morning of New Year's Day, the whole family arranged to drink Tu Su wine in turn from young to old, and taste herring roe, black beans and dried fish cooked with slightly sweet soy sauce. It is said that these auspicious foods will bring prosperity and health to future generations.

The Japanese call the first day of New Year's Day "Zhengri", and the day 1 month 1 to 3 is called "Sanhe Day". On Sunday, the younger generation will go to their parents' home to pay New Year's greetings, and then go to relatives and friends' home to pay New Year's greetings. I am used to eating rice cake soup, which the Japanese call "miscellaneous cooking". During the Spring Festival, a straw rope or a circle made of straw rope is often pulled up above the door of every household, which is called "banknote-linked rope" or "banknote-linked decoration". Some also put some pine and bamboo, which is called "door pine". Many companies set up memorial archways with pine, bamboo and plums, which are novel in design and unique in style to celebrate. People also put paper-cuts of animals symbolizing longevity inside and outside the house, such as cranes and turtles, to pray for peace. At the same time, according to the zodiac, carve a new year and give gifts to each other. The Ministry of Posts and Telecommunications also issued a large number of "New Year stamps" with pictures of the New Year. Whether individuals or groups, exchanging New Year cards has become the most popular way to congratulate each other. The Japanese call it a "flying kite", which means deep affection in the distance. Whoever receives more new year cards in the new year will feel that the new year has a bright future, prosperous wealth and special joy. In the new year, the habit of visiting New Year among neighbors, relatives, friends and children is still prevalent. The first sentence when we meet is "Happy New Year". "Red and White Songs" ―― Japan's "Spring Festival Evening"

2. Korea-Flying kites and playing springboard

On New Year's Day, Koreans will have a reunion dinner and have other activities, such as offering sacrifices and praying. Most boys fly kites, while girls jump on the springboard.

3. Britain-the "first foot" to predict fate

In Britain, New Year's Day on the Gregorian calendar is not as grand as Christmas, but on New Year's Eve and New Year's Day, people will carry out various celebrations according to local customs to bid farewell to the old and welcome the new. Late at night on New Year's Eve, people often go out to visit relatives and friends with cakes and wine. They went straight into their relatives and friends' houses without knocking. The person who takes the first step indicates the master's good luck or bad luck in the new year. If the person who steps into the first foot is a happy, happy and rich person, the owner will be very lucky all year round; If you are a sad, unfortunate and pitiful person, your master will have trouble and misfortune in the new year. They often predict their fate in the new year according to the first letters of visitors' names. Before talking with relatives and friends, stir the fire in the fireplace to symbolize "opening the door" Some British people have the habit of "observing the old age", sitting around with their families on New Year's Eve, and not praying collectively until the church bell rings. People sang farewell songs and danced around the fire until dawn. On New Year's Eve, every household should have wine in the bottle and meat in the cupboard. Because they say that if there is no wine and meat left, they will be poor next year. In addition, the custom of "digging wells" in the New Year is also very popular in Britain. People strive to be the first person to draw water, thinking that the first person to draw water is a happy person, and the water obtained from it is auspicious.

4. Germany-"Jump into the New Year"

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What is the Spring Festival for foreigners? What date is it? 12.25 Christmas

Will foreigners celebrate the New Year? These days, people in China and China all over the world are busy preparing for the New Year.

We send greeting cards, paste Spring Festival couplets, buy new year's goods and prepare new year's wine. Some places still need it.

Busy arranging programs, busy partying. On New Year's Eve, the whole family get together.

Let's have dinner together and have fun with our families. The arrangement of China New Year

It is so important to China people that many people in China treat others according to their own needs.

Naturally, I will ask: how do foreigners celebrate the New Year?

In fact, for the Chinese New Year, different religions, different regions and different countries.

The concept of home, even among different tribes, is quite different. China people used to be

According to the lunar calendar, that is, the month marked all the time, all people influenced by China culture and China people.

In areas where immigrants are concentrated, people regard the Spring Festival as the New Year in China. western

It is based on the Gregorian calendar or Gregorian calendar, which is popular in the world at present.

Years old. They regard the year when the legendary Jesus Christ was born as the year 2000.

Now, the first day of every year is New Year's Day, which is regarded as the New Year in China. ***

All countries are chronological according to the sun, and they put the prophet * * * from.

The year when Mecca moved from Medina (AD 6 2 2) is considered as the first year.

The first day of each year is the first day of their New Year. Every solar calendar and Gregorian calendar

There is a difference of ten days in 2008, so the date of Chinese New Year is different every year. be just like

Tairen has always used yin and yang to keep track of time since ancient times, and so does their New Year.

Any region is different. According to the Gregorian calendar, their New Year is 4.

February 22nd to 29th. Therefore, due to cultural background and religious beliefs.

Different places have different New Year. However, entering the vicinity

For a generation, most countries in the world have accepted the western Gregorian calendar to mark the year.

. Therefore, New Year's Day is regarded as the China New Year in the world by the largest number of countries.

So, what kind of year do Africans live? Comparison of the situation in Africa

Very special. Because there is no unified "New Year" throughout the African continent.

Therefore, if you want to ask Africans how to celebrate the New Year, you must first know which one you are referring to.

Africa, North Africa or South Africa, Africa or Sahara?

South Africa. Because, this is very different. North Africa is relatively unified because

Countries in North Africa are all * * * countries, of course, they are taught by * * *

Always celebrate the new year; African countries outside North Africa are more complicated, but also

There are rules to follow, first of all, it depends on what religion these countries believe in.

For example, most black countries near the Sahara desert believe in * * * religion, all of which are

Just like people used to date. Black countries near southern Africa,

Most of them believe in Christianity and Catholicism and follow the habits of Europeans.

A few years. In some countries in the middle zone, there are both religions, so

Every festival is celebrated. But generally speaking, black countries are deeply influenced by the West.

Due to the influence of colonial system, many countries regard New Year's Day as a thing of the past.

New year.

So how do foreigners celebrate the New Year? The day before New Year's Day in Europe and America

During the day, generally do not go out, stay at home for reunion, only at night.

Streets. They went to a party downtown and counted the New Year bells in the city center.

. When I was working in France, I spent several years in Paris for the New Year.

Good night I remember when the New Year bell rings at 0: 00 every year, on the Champs Elysé es.

Trumpets were blaring and cheers were everywhere, and people all over Pakistan cheered and hugged each other.

Li seems to be boiling. The New Year in Europe and America is similar, almost all of them are alike.

Here you are. Later, the author spent an unforgettable New Year's Eve in Black Africa.

. People are also celebrating and congratulating. But it's hot, dancing

Coconut shadow, crazy song and dance, almost no atmosphere of Chinese New Year, but more like it.

Spent a carnival in the tropics. Soon, the author was in Afghanistan in North Africa.

After several New Year's Eve in Rabat, it was another scene. pass by

If it weren't for their Spring Festival, it would be deserted here. Kind of like it.

Chinese New Year in China is just a holiday, not a celebration. Therefore, different from the past.

A few years.

Foreigners are generally like this during the Spring Festival, unlike people in China.

Pay so much attention to the Spring Festival. Due to historical, cultural and religious reasons, many

People in countries and regions pay more attention to festivals of other religions and traditions.

Heavy. For example, when Europeans and Americans celebrate New Year's Day, they are far from celebrating Christmas and Easter.

Yao is serious; And * * * pays more attention to Eid al-Fitr and Eid al-Adha.

Chinese New Year often adopts an attitude of giving up; Black countries don't have their own

Traditional New Year, right ... >>