Preparations for the festival begin on February 12, and typical activities include reuniting with family to look at the moon, lighting lanterns and fireworks, and watching lion dances.
In ancient times, girls weren’t allowed to venture outside by themselves but on this night, they were able to walk around and moon-gaze. Because of this, it’s also known as Valentine’s Day in China. The Chinese zodiac is a repeating 12-year cycle of animal signs: Rat, Ox, Tiger, Rabbit, Dragon, Snake, Horse, Goat, Monkey, Rooster, Dog and Pig.
This year will be the Year of the Tiger.
Like their zodiac animal, people born in years of the Tiger are vigorous, ambitious, courageous, enthusiastic, generous, confident with a sense of justice and commitment to help others for the greater good.
Are you a Tiger? Babies born this year are (or will be!) as are those who were born in 1938, 1950, 1962, 1974, 1986, 1998 and 2010.
Because this year is a water tiger, you can expect good fortune in relationships and family life. Tigers can excel in their career with hard work and determination.
Famous tigers include Megan Fox and Leonardo DiCaprio, so pretty good company.
For the 12 zodiac signs, it is time for them to give the best of themselves in order to significantly improve their living conditions. It is also a good time for all those who wish to forget their stormy past, heal wounds and find a great place in society.
