What is the origin of setting off fireworks?

Setting off fireworks is an important element in the traditional culture of China, which mainly appears in the Spring Festival, temple fairs and other important festivals. The main reasons are as follows:

Fireworks symbolize happiness and peace. Setting off fireworks in the Spring Festival, the most important traditional festival, can pray for happiness and well-being in the new year.

Fireworks have the function of exorcism. It is said that setting off fireworks can exorcise evil spirits and ensure the health and safety of family members in the new year.

Setting off fireworks is a traditional celebration, which can enhance people's social cohesion.

The origin of setting off fireworks can be traced back to the Han Dynasty, when gunpowder technology developed to a certain extent, and people began to make fireworks to celebrate important festivals, which gradually evolved into the current traditional customs.