The Biggest Celebration of the Year
Chinese New Year, also known as Lunar New Year, is usually celebrated in January or February. This year’s celebration took place on February 17th. Chinese New Year is a big deal for Chinese people as it kicks off a fresh start to the new year and hopes for good luck and wealth. It was first celebrated over 3,000 years ago, during the Shang Dynasty in China, known as the Spring Festival during that period. There is a zodiac calendar that cycles through 12 different animals: The Rat, Ox, Tiger,...