AKA Name | Choul Chnam Thmey |
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HashtagsCompiled on | #Khmernewyear |
Related Hashtags | #Cambodian, #TLCNewYear, #Thai, #Khmer, #CambodianNewYear |
2024 Date | April 13, 2024 |
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Cambodian New Year, or Choul Chnam Thmey in the Khmer language, celebrates the traditional Lunar New Year celebration in Cambodia. It is a time counted amongst the most important Cambodian holidays, celebrating the end of the harvest season when farmers enjoy the fruits of their labor before the rainy season begins. The observance spans over three days, each carrying a unique significance, named Maha Songkran, Virak Vanabat, and Virak Loeurng Sak. These days involve several family and public ceremonies, offerings, parades, games, and the observance of the New Year Angel, a spiritual entity believed to bring good fortune. The roots of the Cambodian New Year trace back to the Brahminism era, contributing significantly to its holistic cultural festivities that encompass both religious and secular traditions. Cambodian-Americans mark the holiday as a crucial moment to tie connections to their cultural roots, while simultaneously honoring their new home in America. It serves as a bridge for younger generations to maintain touch with their Cambodian heritage, highlighting traditional music, dance, food, and costumes. In America, the observance of Cambodian New Year witnesses vibrant festivals held by Cambodian communities mainly located in Long Beach, California, Lowell, Massachusetts, and Philadelphia, Pennsylvania among others. These cultural events allow for American audiences to experience authentic Cambodian traditions, promoting a cultural exchange that fosters understanding. Similar to Cambodia, the celebration typically happens in April, closely following the spring equinox, depending on the Lunar calendar.. Top X Posts (formerly Tweets) for Cambodian New Year -Updated
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