What are the differences between the customs of the north and the south during the Spring Festival?

The differences between North and South customs during the Spring Festival are mainly reflected in the following aspects:

First, the food on New Year's Eve is different: Southerners usually prepare rich New Year's Eve dinners, including fish, chicken, meat and other dishes, which means auspiciousness and reunion. Northerners, on the other hand, pay more attention to pasta, such as jiaozi and noodles, which means longevity.

Second, there are different ways to worship: Southerners will worship their ancestors and gods at home during the New Year, and they often need to prepare incense sticks and sacrifices for solemn worship ceremonies. Northerners, on the other hand, pray to the gods for good luck in the coming year and often go to temples or temple fairs to burn incense and pray.

Third, the time of setting off firecrackers is different: Southerners often set off firecrackers on New Year's Eve to ward off evil spirits and welcome the arrival of the New Year. Northerners, on the other hand, are used to setting off firecrackers on the first and second day after New Year's Eve.

Fourthly, the forms of dragon and lion dances are different: Southerners often perform dragon and lion dances during the New Year to exorcise evil spirits and gain happiness. Northerners, on the other hand, are used to performing folk acrobatics such as walking on stilts and jumping fireworks, which means happiness and prosperity.

The above are some differences in customs between the north and the south during the Spring Festival. No matter in the south or in the north, each place has its own unique customs, which not only reflects the regional cultural differences, but also shows the colorful traditions and celebrations in China.