饺子是一种历史悠久的民间吃食，吃饺子也是中国人在春节时特有的民俗传统。每逢新春佳节，饺子是中国人饭桌上必不可少的佳肴，表达着人们对美好生活的向往。

饺子也是古都西安迎接远方客人的一种独特问候。

Dumpling is a traditional Chinese food with a long history.DuringSpring Festival, dumplings are served as an essential dish on the dinner table in every Chinese family, expressing people's longing for a better life. Serving dumpling was also a unique greeting to welcome guests from afar during ancient time.