Loong-themed celebration held at Peking University to commence a year of verve and luck

On Feb. 15, the sixth day of the Chinese New Year, a festive event under the theme of the Year of the Loong took place. Held at Peking University’s Student Center, the activity brought together teachers and students who engaged in various traditional Chinese customs.

Participants painted the Hundred Blessings Picture, a compilation of 100 distinct “福” (the Chinese character “Fu,” meaning fortune and luck in English) in different font styles.

Additionally, they crafted embroidered stamps to commemorate the Year of the Loong and wrote heartfelt New Year wishes on postcards. The Chinese dragon, also known as the “loong,” occupies a significant place in Chinese mythology. This auspicious creature is often linked with water, symbolizing qualities associated with prosperity, abundant harvests, and good health.

This event provided teachers and students with an opportunity to immerse themselves in the vibrant cultural life of Peking University. As they celebrated Chinese New Year, they expressed their warmest wishes for prosperity and good fortune.