9 Chinese Traditions When Moving Into A New Home

For many people, moving to a new home means a beginning of the next phase in their lives. In China, some people take it extra seriously. There are many traditions to follow when it comes to moving. Here’s a list of 9 Chinese traditions when moving into a new home that die-hard believers will follow. Choose An Auspicious Day When Chinese people move to a new home, they first choose an auspicious day, or rather, they avoid unfavourable days to prevent disasters from occurring. To choose a suitable moving date, people will always first check out the Yellow Calender (黄历, Huang li). Based on a complex system that combines Chinese astrology, solar terms, numerology and so on, this Chinese almanac tells fortune of each day and taboos for people to avoid in their daily lives. If … Continue reading 9 Chinese Traditions When Moving Into A New Home