Spring Festival is not only a grand festival for the Chinese people but also a UNESCO-recognized Intangible Cultural Heritage of Humanity. What are the traditional customs that make this festival so special? What fascinating stories lie behind your Chinese zodiac sign? And how is this festival celebrated around the world?

Join us for a new edition of "Embracing Cultures", China Daily's senior foreign correspondent Erik Nilsson and host Hu Zhe will engage with cultural experts from China and beyond to explore the rich traditions of the Spring Festival, the cultural significance of the zodiac, and the global impact of this cherished celebration.

We'll also connect with audiences from over ten countries across five continents to share their unique Spring Festival stories and spread New Year's blessings worldwide.

Guests:

Wen Chunying, Dean of International Studies of the Communication University of China

David Moser, Associate Professor of Capital Normal University

Kirill Kravtsov, Master student at School of Journalism and Communication, Peking University

Hosts: Hu Zhe and Erik Nilsson

Source: Chinadaily