On January 29, Chinese New Year 2025 celebrations begin, welcoming the Year of the Wooden Serpent.
Also known as the "Spring Festival," it is the most anticipated event for the Chinese community in Italy and for all lovers of the fascinating Asian culture. Discover the most important events of 2025 Chinese New Year.
Chinese New Year celebrations in Milan
Chinese New Year celebrations in Prato
Chinese New Year celebrations in Rome
Chinese New Year celebrations in Turin
The importance of Chinese culture in Italy
In Milan, two areas of the city will be most affected by New Year's celebration events: via Paolo Sarpi and Piazza Sempione.
The main parade will be held in Simplon Square on Feb. 2 from 2 to 5 p.m., with dancing, disguises and the traditional dragon dance.
In Milan's Chinatown, around Via Paolo Sarpi, the streets will be adorned with typical red lanterns and snake-shaped decorations throughout the New Year period.
For those interested in trying typical Chinese food, such as the famous jiaozi dumplings, Milan's most renowned Chinese dumpling shop is located on Via Paolo Sarpi.
The celebrations will conclude with the Lantern Festival on Feb. 12 at the Peace Arch.
In Prato, events for the Chinese New Year will begin on Jan. 28 and continue for the entire month of February. The city will synchronize to Beijing's midnight, kicking off the festivities at 5 p.m. Jan. 28 with the ringing of the bells at the Pu Hua Si Buddhist temple.
In addition to the classic parades, the city of Prato organizes games and workshops to learn about Chinese culture dedicated to children, such as a Chinese lantern-making activity.
Interesting initiatives include the photo contest "Capture the Magic of the New Year," aimed at young people aged 14 to 24, and the performance of the traditional tea ceremony.
Rome is also one of the focal points for enjoying the Lunar New Year celebrations, given the large Chinese community in the city.
From Feb. 7 to 9, 2025, the Nicola Calipari Gardens will be filled with Chinese street food stands and craft markets. It will be three days of total immersion in Chinese culture, with traditional dances, light shows and martial arts shows. The traditional parade on Feb. 9 will be opened by the Chinese Ambassador. It will go through the Esquilino district, also known as Rome's Chinatown, and end in Vittorio Emanuele II Square. All events are sponsored by the Chinese Embassy in Italy and are free of charge.
Turin is preparing to experience Chinese New Year by lighting up the majestic Mole Antonelliana with the inscription "fortune," to wish everyone a year full of prosperity.
For a journey inside Chinese and Asian culture, the "Hurray for the Year of the Snake" event will be held at the Palazzina di Caccia Stupinigi on Jan. 26. The exhibition offers a guided tour tracing the history of great travelers along the Silk Road. It will be possible to participate in the tour with prior reservation.
Chinese New Year is not only a time of celebration, but also represents a cultural bridge between the Chinese and Italian communities, an opportunity to share age-old traditions such as dragon dancing, lion dancing, typical cuisine and martial arts.
This cultural connection is also reflected in the increasing numbers of Chinese students choosing Italy as a destination for their studies. For these young people, dealing with moving abroad can be a challenge, especially when it comes to applying for a visa or arranginghealth insurance. Welcome Association Italy is committed to making this process easier and safer, offering packages to assist with relocation to Italy and personalized support for all bureaucratic needs. Contact us to find out how we can help you begin your course of study in Italy with peace of mind.
Lascia un commento
Comments