Chinese New Year told in Pictures

What is Chinese New Year?

Chinese New Year is red lanterns hanging at the temple

Chinese New Year is lion dancers everywhere

Chinese New Year is food glorious food

Chinese New Year is cookies for the kiddies

Chinese New Year is families getting together

Chinese New Year is trying to catch a brief moment of solitude away from the noise and the bustle

Chinese New Year is watching a rainbow in the sky while driving back from visiting relatives at your hometown

Chinese New Year lasts for 15 days culminating on Chap Goh Meh (15th day) with lots of merriment, family get togethers, festivities, hustle and bustle and joy. Today is the 9th day of Chinese New Year. So to the Chinese folks reading this blog, do enjoy the rest of your Chinese New Year celebrations.