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France Celebrates Lunar New Year: Year of the Fire Horse

2/17/2026

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The Lunar New Year is significant in France, with red and gold as key cultural symbols.
The article explains the symbolism of the year of the Fire Horse.
It explores how the holiday is celebrated across France.
It discusses the size of the Asian diaspora in France and its festive context.
This edition of Entre Nous informs readers about Le Nouvel An Chinois, or the Spring Festival.

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Story summary

The Lunar New Year is significant in France, with red and gold as key cultural symbols.
The article explains the symbolism of the year of the Fire Horse.
It explores how the holiday is celebrated across France.
It discusses the size of the Asian diaspora in France and its festive context.
This edition of Entre Nous informs readers about Le Nouvel An Chinois, or the Spring Festival.