Differences between Chinese and Western Traditional Festivals

The names, times and customs of festivals in different countries and nationalities are varied. Here are some examples:

1. Spring Festival in China

Spring Festival is the most important traditional festival in China, usually celebrated on the first day of the first lunar month. People will post Spring Festival couplets, set off firecrackers, have a reunion dinner and watch the Spring Festival Gala. In addition, some places will also hold traditional activities such as dragon and lion dances and playing Taiping drums.

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2. Thanksgiving Day in America

Thanksgiving Day is a traditional American holiday, which is usually celebrated on the fourth Thursday of June every year165438+1October. People get together with family and friends and eat traditional foods, such as turkey and pumpkin pie, to express their gratitude for everything they have in life.

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3. Diwali in India

Diwali is a traditional Hindu festival, which is usually celebrated in 10 or10/month every year. People will light lanterns, set off fireworks and eat traditional food. In addition, some places will hold cultural activities, such as dancing and music.

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4. Cherry Blossom Festival in Japan

Cherry Blossom Festival is a traditional festival in Japan, which is usually celebrated in March or April every year. People will enjoy flowers, have picnics and drink. In addition, some places will hold traditional float parades, dances and other activities.

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In a word, festivals of different countries and nationalities have their own unique cultural connotations and ways of celebration, so that people can feel each other's cultural charm during the celebration.