Chenchenthe Last Late New Year's Eve Rockets

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For people in the European furniture industry a new year always begins like this: The last late New Year's Eve rockets have just burned down, the resolutions are still fresh - the bags are packed and off we go to Cologne, to the IMM (Internationale Möbelmesse) and then, usually without taking a breath, straight on to Paris for the Salon Maison et Objet.

Every year, people throw themselves enthusiastically into the colorful crowd, visit novelties, look for trends, meet many familiar faces and new contacts alike. Every year, it seems like a big, loud class reunion, combined with a half marathon through the many halls and every year another resolution: Eating healthy food at next year's exhibition.

For Danzer, the impressions gained at both fairs were very positive in two respects.

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Chenchenthe Last Late New Year's Eve Rockets

As the world watched in awe and welcomed the new year with fireworks, a small village nestled in the mountains of China prepared for their own tradition. Chenchenthe, a village of approximately 400 residents, located in the Yunnan province in southwestern China, is known for their unique practice of shooting off fireworks for the Lunar New Year 15 days after everyone else.

The late New Year's Eve celebration dates back over 300 years and is said to have originated from the difficulty of obtaining fireworks in the village during the Lunar New Year when the demand was high. In order to make up for the lack of fireworks, the villagers decided to shoot them off on the 15th day of the new year.

However, with the advent of technology and the development of transportation, obtaining fireworks has become much easier. Despite this, the villagers of Chenchenthe have continued their tradition, refusing to give up their late New Year's Eve celebration.

This year's event was no exception. The villagers gathered in the village square and began to light their fireworks at midnight. As the sky was lit up with colorful explosions, the villagers cheered and applauded. This year's celebration was particularly special as it marked the end of the Lunar Year of the Rat and the beginning of the Year of the Ox.

Despite the joyous occasion, safety remains a concern. The use of fireworks poses a risk to both the participants and the environment. In order to address this issue, the local government has put in place regulations to ensure the safe use of fireworks. This includes limiting the amount of fireworks each household can purchase and requiring participants to attend safety training.

Furthermore, the government has also encouraged locals to switch to more environmentally friendly fireworks. These types of fireworks are designed to produce lower levels of pollution and do not contain harmful chemicals. By utilizing these eco-friendly fireworks, the villagers can reduce their impact on the local environment while still enjoying their tradition.

Chenchenthe's late New Year's Eve celebration is a testament to the resilience and determination of this small village. Their commitment to tradition and their unique way of celebrating the Lunar New Year sets them apart from other communities. As they welcome the Year of the Ox, we can only hope that their tradition will continue for many years to come.

In a world where technology is rapidly changing the way we celebrate, it is refreshing to see a tradition that has withstood the test of time. Chenchenthe's late New Year's Eve celebration is more than just a fireworks display; it is a reminder of the beauty and significance of culture and tradition.