On the 17th of February, the Maltese China Cultural Centre celebrated Chinese New Year by organising two events both held in Malta’s capital city Valletta.
This year’s Chinese New Year which is also regarded as the year of the dragon, was celebrated on the 10th of February, as unlike it’s western counterpart which is always celebrated on the 1st of January, the date of the Chinese New Year fluctuates and depends on the lunar calendar. For Chinese people all around the world New Year’s day is always celebrated on the second new moon after the winter solstice.
The first event organised was a parade with Chinese and Maltese volunteer models donning Hanfu which is traditional clothing used to be worn by Chinese in the past. The route of the parade started at the Maltese China Cultural Centre at 173, Melita Street, Valletta and continued to Republic Street, St. George Square, went passed the iconic parliament building and ended in Triton Square.
The second event took place at the China Cultural Centre, where members and the public could try authentic Chinese tea, make Chinese lanterns and New Year paintings, and learn Chinese calligraphy with the guidance of an art teacher. It was undoubtedly a fun way to experience Chinese culture and celebrate the New Year together.
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