Lunar New Year, also known as Chinese New Year, has long been celebrated not only in China but also across Southeast Asia. Laos is not an exception, with the Chinese-Lao, Korean, and Vietnamese communities beginning their celebrations on 29 January and continuing for 15 days, becoming part of the historical and cultural ties to the country. VIENTIANE, Jan. 28 (Xinhua) -- The vibrant colors of the Chinese New Year, or Spring Festival, are lighting up Laos, filling the air with joy, hope, and unity as Chinese and Lao communities The Chinese Embassy in Laos hosted a reception to celebrate the 2025 Chinese New Year (Spring Festival) on the evening of January 22, 2025, in Vientiane. Chinese New year festivities in Laos bring joy as people engage in celebrations. The bright hues of Chinese New Year are illuminating Laos, bringing joy, hope, and unity as both Chinese and Lao communities celebrate with dragon dances, family gatherings, and festive meals. Streets and homes are adorned with red lanterns and golden decorations, while (KPL) The monthly festival "Happy Chinese New Year 2024" was held in Vientiane on Monday. The festival was organized by the Chinese Cultural Center in Laos. Deputy Minister of Information, Culture and Tourism Vansy Kuamau, Charge d'affaires of the Chinese embassy to Laos Wang Chang, Director of Director of China Culture Center, Ms Li Yiping China’s Spring Festival Celebrated in Vientiane. 1/23/2025 3:40:36 PM. The Chinese Embassy in Laos hosted a reception to celebrate the 2025 Chinese New Year (Spring Festival) on the evening of January 22, 2025, in Vientiane. General Heroes in Pink: Celebrating the Legacy and Future of Midwifery in Lao PDR. 1/23/2025 10:45:37 AM The event highlighted the cultural bond between Laos and China, with both the Chinese New Year and the Lao Lam Vong Dance recently recognized as UNESCO World Cultural Heritage. The following day, the arrival of the D87 train from Kunming to Vientiane marked the start of the Spring Festival cultural event along the China-Laos Railway. VIENTIANE, Jan. 21 (Xinhua) -- As the 2025 Chinese New Year approaches on Jan. 29, excitement is palpable in Laos. The celebration has gained unprecedented attention, with more Lao people than ever eager to immerse themselves in Chinese customs and partake in the festivities. VIENTIANE, Jan 23 (Xinhua): Lao people and overseas Chinese here enjoyed a festive event in the capital, featuring lion dances, firecrackers and food to celebrate the Chinese Lunar New Year. Festive event held in Laos to celebrate upcoming Chinese Lunar New Year Source: Xinhua | 2024-01-30 17:51:45 | Editor: huaxia VIENTIANE, Jan. 30 (Xinhua) -- The China Cultural Center in Laos hosted an event here to celebrate the upcoming Chinese Lunar New Year, which falls on Feb. 10 this year. Vientiane's considerable population of Vietnamese and Chinese people makes the celebration of both the Vietnamese and Chinese New Year extra special. Head to the cities of Vientiane, Pakse, and Savannakhet for three days in February to take part in typical Chinese New Year's traditions, like parades, fireworks, and visits to temples. Chinese New Year celebration 2021 in Vientiane, ITEC mall, Laos This year it coincided with Valentine’s Day 12 and 14 of February so the weekend was pretty b The 2020 "Happy Chinese New Year" festival was celebrated in the Lao capital of Vientiane on Saturday and Sunday. The festival, co-organized by the China Cultural Center in Laos and the Chengdu municipal bureau of culture, radio, television and tourism, was held at the Lao National Cultural Hall in Vientiane. Vientiane's considerable Vietnamese and Chinese population celebrates Chinese New Year together; the best places to see the celebrations are in the cities of Vientiane, Pakse and Savannakhet. Like Chinese New Year all around the region, the holiday's three days are marked with raucous parties, exploding firecrackers, and visits to temples and (KPL) Hundreds of people turned out at National Culture Hall in Vientiane for the celebration of Chinese New Year, also known as Luna New Year, on Feb 10. More news stories: Subscription only - More Lao nationals apply for jobs in S. Korea More than 2,000 Lao nationals, including 300 from Meun district in Vientiane province, will take up jobs in the Republic of Korea this year after passing competency tests administered in Vientiane. .. Chinese Lunar New Year Celebrating with Fervor in Laos. Chinese communities thrive in Laos, with many Lao families actively participating in and embracing the festivities annually. This year, in late January, the China Cultural Center in Vientiane hosted an event to celebrate the Chinese Lunar New Year in advance, attended by dignitaries from One of the most popular and well known events is the 10 day opera performance at the Fude Temple during the Chinese New Year period. The Chinese in Vientiane also have local lion dance troupes allowing the youth to learn and to experience their cultural heritage. www.vientianetimes.org.laChinese New Year in Vientiane: Year of the Dragon at Phimphone MarketThe Chinese Vietnamese New Year is the best opportunity for the Many people plan their New Years Eve 2024 in Vientiane which is really special and delightful the year long. The choice of Vientiane is due to the crowded and busy New Year celebrations with amazing accommodation, food, dinners and night life that encourages the people to plan a trip to Laos. Perfect city to plan NYE celebrations
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