Lunar New Year: 5 Chinese traditions that became Filipino staples

In Usap Tayo, we discussed how the vibrant customs of Lunar New Year have seamlessly woven into the fabric of Philippine culture through the shared history of the Chinese-Filipino community.

Giving of ang pao is one of the Lunar New Year traditions that are now Filipino staples. Credit: Pexels / Angela Roma

Key Points

• Many Chinese New Year traditions, most notably the giving of Ang Pao (red envelopes) and the sharing of Tikoy, have transitioned from being exclusive customs to becoming an integral part of broader Filipino tradition.
• The Chinese-Filipino community continues to lead the festivities in the Philippines, with Binondo serving as the historic and cultural epicenter.
• The spirit of the Lunar New Year extends far beyond the archipelago. In multicultural hubs like Australia, the festival has evolved into a diverse community event.

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Lunar New Year: 5 tradisyong Tsino na bahagi na ng kulturang Pinoy

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