After celebrating the New Year in style around the world, China is now preparing to celebrate the traditional New Year a little later, on December 31.
Chinese New Year is one of the most important traditional holidays of the year on the calendar, celebrated not only in China, but also in other countries in East and Southeast Asia, as well as in countries with large communities of Asian citizens.
The Lunar New Year begins on the date of the second new moon after the winter solstice, which always occurs in late December (in East Asia). This means that the first day of the Lunar New Year can fall anytime between January 21 and February 20.
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In 2024, the Chinese New Year falls on Saturday, February 10. The celebrations last up to 16 days, but only the first 7 days are considered public holidays (February 10-16, 2024). The festivities culminate with the Lantern Festival on February 24.
2024 is the year of the wooden dragon. The dragon is the fifth animal in the twelve-year cycle of Chinese zodiac signs, after the rabbit and before the snake. Recent dragon years include 2024 (this year), 2012, 2000, 1988, 1976, 1964 and 1952, with the next dragon year in 2036 (Year of the Fire Dragon). It is associated with the earth branch symbol chen.
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According to Chinese mythology, the dragon is powerful, infinitely energetic and full of vitality, goal-oriented yet idealistic and romantic, and a visionary leader. They know exactly who they are and possess the sharpest sense of identity of the twelve zodiacs of Chinese astrology.
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