Celebrated on January 1 using the Gregorian calendar.
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Famous for the ball drop in Times Square in New York City.
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Often linked to making personal resolutions for the year ahead.
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Also called the Spring Festival.
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Uses a zodiac with unique animals like the Cat.
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Dragon dances are a well-known part of public celebrations.
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Celebrated with a focus on family bows to elders.
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Traditional clothing worn includes hanbok.
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A special rice cake soup marks becoming one year older.
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Vietnam’s Lunar New Year celebration.
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Traditional foods include bánh chưng and bánh tét.
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Apricot blossoms are common holiday decorations.
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Usually celebrated over several days rather than one.
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Based strictly on the lunar calendar and changes yearly.
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Typically lasts fifteen days ending with a lantern celebration.
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Often celebrated at midnight with countdowns and fireworks.
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