Special Festive Column: Happy Lunar New Year 2023
Celebrating Chinese New Year 2023 A Time of Tradition, Renewal, and Joy The Chinese New Year, also known as Lunar New Year or Spring Festival, is a significant and vibrant celebration observed by millions of people around the world. In 2023, the festivities are set to begin on January 22nd, marking the start of the Year of the Water Rabbit according to the Chinese zodiac. A Brief Overview of the Chinese New Year Chinese New Year is deeply rooted in centuries-old traditions, mythology, and cultural customs. It is a time for family reunions, feasting, and honoring ancestors. The celebration typically lasts for 15 days, culminating with the Lantern Festival. The dates of the Chinese New Year vary each year, as it follows the lunar calendar, which is based on the cycles of the moon. Each year is associated with one of the twelve Chinese zodiac animals and one of the five elements. 2023 is specifically linked to the Water Rabbit, combining the qualities of the gentle Rabbit with the a...