春节的由来英文版简短

春节的由来英文版简短
The Spring Festival, also known as Chinese New Year, originated from centuries-old customs in ancient China. According to the theory of sacrificial rites, in ancient times, people prayed and sacrificed to gods and ancestors at the end of a year, so that they could have good luck and harvest in the following new year, and this was the beginning of the Spring Festival. During the Spring Festival, people would hang festive decorations, prepare meals, clean and decorate their houses, wear new clothes, and fire off firecrackers. It has become an important part of Chinese culture, with various folk customs that have been passed down for generations. On the eve of the Spring Festival, people usually hold family reunions, which is an important tradition that is still kept until today. On New Year's Day, people
visit relatives and friends, exchange gifts, and enjoy traditional dishes like dumplings, fish and noodles. The Spring Festival ended with the Lantern Festival in mid-February, a celebration in which families take part in activities, such as eating yuanxiao (glutinous rice balls) and guessing lantern riddles.。