Chinese New Year, or the Spring Festival, is China’s most significant celebration. It usually falls between late January and mid-February, following the lunar calendar, with festivities lasting about two weeks. Visitors will immediately feel its scale and emotional weight. Cities slow down as families reunite, red decorations fill streets, and fireworks light up the night sky. Across the country, families gather for a reunion dinner on New Year’s Eve, though culinary traditions vary: dumplings hold special symbolism in the north, while rice cakes and other regional dishes are favored in the south. For travelers, it’s an exceptional opportunity to experience deep-rooted traditions, festive rituals, and the profound sense of home and renewal that defines Chinese culture.