Posted on Jan 21, 2023
While many ring in the Year of the Rabbit, Vietnam celebrates the cat
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The Lunar New Year begins on Sunday, and more than a billion people will ring in a fresh year, prompting one of the world's largest annual migrations as observers travel for family reunions.
The holiday is celebrated throughout much of Asia and the Asian diaspora, including among those of Vietnamese, Chinese and Korean descent. The holiday is also celebrated in Mongolia, but in February, as the date is determined with a different calendar system there.
The Lunar New Year begins on Sunday, and more than a billion people will ring in a fresh year, prompting one of the world's largest annual migrations as observers travel for family reunions.
The holiday is celebrated throughout much of Asia and the Asian diaspora, including among those of Vietnamese, Chinese and Korean descent. The holiday is also celebrated in Mongolia, but in February, as the date is determined with a different calendar system there.
While many ring in the Year of the Rabbit, Vietnam celebrates the cat
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PO1 William "Chip" Nagel
..."“The cat looks more majestic because it also resembles a little tiger,” she said, while taking photographs besides a large cat statue at the Central Park in the capital.
Sculptures of cats have popped up in public spaces across the country ahead of the Lunar New Year, together with a myriad of cat charms and gadgets on sale in street stalls.
Some cafes keep their cats in their outlets to attract customers.
To most Vietnamese, the cat is a firm family friend that helps protect crops and food from rodents, while also chasing away bad spirits and bringing good luck, researcher Giang said.Despite this, cats can still appear on the menu in rural areas, although authorities have banned the practice."
..."“The cat looks more majestic because it also resembles a little tiger,” she said, while taking photographs besides a large cat statue at the Central Park in the capital.
Sculptures of cats have popped up in public spaces across the country ahead of the Lunar New Year, together with a myriad of cat charms and gadgets on sale in street stalls.
Some cafes keep their cats in their outlets to attract customers.
To most Vietnamese, the cat is a firm family friend that helps protect crops and food from rodents, while also chasing away bad spirits and bringing good luck, researcher Giang said.Despite this, cats can still appear on the menu in rural areas, although authorities have banned the practice."
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PO1 William "Chip" Nagel good day Brother William, always informational and of the most interesting. Thanks for sharing, have a blessed day!
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Interesting differences. BTW, if you are celebrating the Chinese New Year check out the noodle and rice recipes
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