1. Cleaning the house in the New Year
Where: China
Cost: a great deal of time and work, but well worth it
Even while it might not seem like a joyful holiday activity, cleaning is a big deal in China. Prior to the Chinese New Year and associated festivities, Chinese households customarily perform a comprehensive, end-to-end house cleaning.
Housecleaning for the New Year @dekoruma/Pinterest
According to Chinese custom, cleaning brings good fortune into the house for the upcoming New Year by sweeping away the bad luck of the previous one. This is a centuries-old custom that is widely observed, even by people who would not consider themselves superstitious.