The first day of the Lunar New Year is the first day of the Chinese New Year and one of the most important traditional festivals in China. On this day, various celebrations are held, while also following some special customs and taboos. This article will take you through the things that cannot be done in various customs on the first day of the Lunar New Year, and the cultural significance behind it.
1. It is not suitable to sweep the floor and take out the garbage.
On the first day of the Lunar New Year, it is traditionally believed in Chinese customs that sweeping the floor and taking out the garbage will sweep away the family's wealth and good fortune. Therefore, people usually do a thorough cleaning on the evening of the Chinese New Year's Eve to welcome the arrival of the new year. On the first day of the Lunar New Year, it is not advisable to sweep the floor to maintain a festive atmosphere at home. ✨