The Chinese New Year (CNY) is a rich tradition that dates back to hundreds of years so it is not surprising that a tradition like this is celebrated like no other. That said, here are the top 5 ground zero spots where you can celebrate the 2017 Chinese New Year.
Hong Kong
As we previously reported, Chinese New Year is the best time for tourists to visit Hong Kong. Along with the colorful floats, firecrackers, fireworks display, marching bands, world-class performances, lively Chinese dragons and Chinese lions, Disneyland joins the Chinese people in ushering the Year of the Rooster. Definitely, one of the best ground zero spots to celebrate the CNY.
Siem Reap, Cambodia
Celebrating the Chinese New Year in Cambodia is an experience you'll soon not forget. The CNY, also known as "Tet" in Cambodia, is celebrated by offering fruits and flowers to the pagodas before the traditional song and dance performance to welcome the New Year. Of course, visitors can enjoy the local food in the streets adorned with red and yellow decorations. Visitors can also take a side trip to the Angkor Wat after the celebrations.
Sydney, Australia
Sydney has one of the highest numbers of ethnic Chinese communities in Australia. It should not come as a surprise then that the CNY is celebrated with a grandiose only seen from countries which are largely influenced by the Chinese. Tourists should visit Chinatown and marvel the beautiful CNY decorations and sample the traditional Chinese street food. Tourists also flock to the Cockle Bay to watch dragon boat races and view traditional Chinese dragon boats.
Los Angeles, California, USA
Los Angeles, California has one of the largest Chinese communities outside Asia. Chinatown is going to be lit with colorful decorations, traditional dances, food, fireworks, and fire crackers. The celebrations start on New Year's Eve at local temples at transforms that whole area to a party central. Festivals and games are also on display in Chinatown, so don't miss out these festivities.
China
Of course, China is included in this list, the ultimate ground zero if you want to experience the Chinese New Year. If you think all the other 4 places are exciting, imagine celebrating the CNY in the place where it all began! Start your CNY experience in Beijing or Shanghai marveling at the festivities such as the Spring Festival carnivals, Peking opera, martial arts, acrobatics, music, traditional lion and dragon dances, and of course, the traditional food.
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