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All significant Chinese dates and holidays are celebrated in Shanghai. Celebrations are usually noisy and colorful. They are held with music and costumed performances. The most favorite holiday of Chinese residents is celebrated in January-February. It's Chinese New Year. The start date is changed annually because the lunar calendar is used to determine it. The celebrations last for two weeks, even though the state weekend involves a seven-day holiday. It is not customary to clean the house on holiday days. Traditional wishes on red paper are attached to the door in order for luck and well-being to settle in the home. Decorations in red and gold colors are hung everywhere. These are paper lanterns, ribbons, and pictures.

All family members traditionally gather at the table for the New Year. Unlike other holidays, when many residents of Shanghai go to restaurants, this event is usually celebrated at home. A special type of cookie is an indispensable attribute of the feast. It called nian gao. In addition, a wide variety of dishes are put on the table. The holiday is celebrated very noisy, with crackers, fireworks, and firecrackers. This is necessary in order to ward off evil spirits and make the coming year happy and successful. Money placed in a red envelope is almost a mandatory gift for this holiday.
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