Another New Year celebration is not only the actual New Year’s eve. However, there are some of them that you can find in Indonesia like Muslim New Year and also the one we’re gonna talk about, the Chinese New Year. The Chinese New Year is so colorful, and also very crowded for some reason. They use elements of togetherness in this package of one night attractions. So many things you can find in there, like the Barongsai or firework show. All of them are really interesting to watch and joined. You can watch them or participating a bit by giving them this money-filled red envelope that we called “angpao”.
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Well, to be more specific about this, we actually want to tell you the best spots or the best cities that you should go during the Chinese New Year in Indonesia. Many cities we recommended, so many things you should explore. But of course, you can’t visit them one by one, so pick your favorite one and move on! So, these are the best spots/locations in this beautiful Chinese Year in Indonesia.
Traditions
There are several traditions that people always do in the day of celebration. Maybe one area with another have some different activities. But, here are some common traditions that you may find in the day of Chinese New Year in Indonesia :
For those who want to celebrate Chinese new year in Indonesia, here the useful information about where is the best cities in Indonesia to celebrate Chinese New Year, as follows:
1. Jakarta
People will decorate the place with the attracting lanterns and also this sakura flower that added. The special condition can be feel during the Chinese New Year. The place looks more beautiful than ever, thanks to the people that contributing their best efforts making the place comfy and spectacular. So, if you haven’t had any plan to go for the Chinese New Year, Jakarta will be a great choice.
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2. Bogor
First, the people will do this interesting activity called Joli parade all the way to the Dhanagun Vihara. You can see the wonderful parade of Joli and maybe capture a moment or two to remember it forever. After that, you can see them doing their prayer in the Vihara devotedly.
They are really hoping that something good will come to this wonderful year. They wishing really desperately, wishing that their hopes will someday come true. After that, there’s usual Barongsai show at that very Vihara where many people will care to join in. It’s a really touching view, watching those people and us having fun in the Chinese New Year together.
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3. Semarang
Moreover, the night life is beautiful in here, especially during the Chinese New Year. You can see the most beautiful fireworks in here, especially in the area of Sam Poo Kong and Tay Kak Sie. They also decorated the place with the charming red lanterns on all sides of the spot.
That’s why, visiting Semarang wouldn’t be a waste, at all. It’ll be a great and refreshing experiences in here for all time sake. Now, you can enjoy the Chinese New Year with all the fun things you’ll get in Semarang city. After that, you can enjoy some venues at Semarang which are look very cool. So, start packing, and enjoy your Chinese New Year in Semarang! Good Luck!
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4. Palembang
You can visit this central vihara in Chinatown Dempo Area. That area is like the main or the vital point in Palembang where people gather there and start having fun. It’s like the centre of Chinese New Year Celebration location in Palembang City. You can see many great things in there, have them yourself.
5. West Kalimantan
Well like mentioned above, they are doing this parade but using their traditional clothes which is looks so spectacular. You might see one or two things you didn’t know before. This kind of experience is really worth all the things, and yes you’re not gonna regret this. The experience you’ll get at Singkawang City is one of those experiences that you’ll be glad to have in your entire life.
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After describing some of the best cities in Indonesia for having the Chinese New Year, now we’re gonna give you some informations about the things you can and you can not do while having Chinese New Year in Indonesia. Here are the things you should take care about :
DO
All the wonderful things you can do are :
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DON’T!
But don’t forget to prevent these things too:
The information about the Chinese New Year celebration ends here. Now, we’ve already talked bout the locations and also the things you can and you can’t do during the CHinese New Year. So what do you think? Where is the location you want to go first? Tell us in the comment section below. Have a really good holiday experiences everyone!
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