8 Taiwanese taboos to avoid on Lichun, 1st day of spring | Taiwan News
2021/02/03 12:06 (Pixabay image) (Pixabay image) TAIPEI (Taiwan News) — Today (Feb. 3) is Lichung (立春), which is considered the beginning of spring on the lunisolar calendar. This day is traditionally an opportunity to engage in activities that bring hope for a prosperous new year. On this day, people hold ceremonies to welcome the new year and eat certain dishes, such as spring pancakes, radishes, and a platter of five spicy vegetables (onion, garlic, pepper, ginger, and mustard). Families often go on outings on this day...