Chinese New Year celebrations held across Confucius Institutes

To celebrate the 2024 Chinese New Year, the four Confucius Institutes that were jointly established by Yunnan University held a vibrant array of festive activities.

In Bangladesh, a mesmerizing lion dance performance captivates audiences at the Confucius Institute at Dhaka University. [Photo/WeChat account of Confucius Institute, Yunnan University]

At the Confucius Institute of Tehran University in Iran, students engage in calligraphy, skillfully crafting Spring Festival greetings and well-wishes. [Photo/WeChat account of Confucius Institute, Yunnan University]

Students from the Confucius Institute at South North University, Bangladesh, participate in a series of celebratory events, including paper cutting and dumpling making. This showcases the rich cultural traditions associated with the Spring Festival. [Photo/WeChat account of Confucius Institute, Yunnan University]

In Mandalay, Myanmar, the Fuqing Confucius Classroom hosts a lively Chinese New Year gala, bringing together students and community members. [Photo/WeChat account of Confucius Institute, Yunnan University]

These events not only provided an opportunity for students to experience the vibrant customs and traditions of the Spring Festival, but also fostered cultural exchange and mutual understanding among people from diverse backgrounds. Such celebrations symbolize the hope for prosperity, happiness, and harmony in the year ahead.