Lunar New Year, also known as the Spring Festival or Chinese New Year, is one of the most important traditional celebrations in many Asian countries, including China, Vietnam (Tết Nguyên Đán), Korea (Seollal), and others. It marks the beginning of the lunar calendar and usually falls between late January and mid-February.

This festival is a time for family reunions, honoring ancestors, and welcoming a prosperous new year. People clean their homes to remove bad luck, decorate with red lanterns and couplets, and exchange lucky money in red envelopes. Fireworks, dragon dances, and traditional foods like dumplings, rice cakes, and sticky rice are essential parts of the celebration.

Each year is associated with one of the twelve zodiac animals, bringing different meanings and fortunes. Lunar New Year is not only a festive occasion but also a time to reflect on the past and embrace new beginnings with joy and hope.