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Chinese festivals and celebrations

Ong See Huat

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New Yaer's Eve (Chu Xi or the last day lunar calendar) is a time for all memebers of the family to come together to share a meal, and to usher in the new year.

The festivals and traditions upheld by the Chinese in Malaysia are part of an ancient cultural heritage. Festivities reflect the values and beliefs of the Chinese, and the rituals and customs associated with these occasions reinforce their cultural identity. Festivals are also vital in maintaining communal ties.

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