Happy Chinese New Year | The Year of the Water Dragon
According to the Chinese Zodiac the Year of the Dragon, begins on January 23, 2012 and ends on February 9, 2013.
The Dragon is the fifth sign of the Chinese Zodiac.
Chinese New Year is celebrated in countries and territories with significant Chinese populations, such as Mainland China, Hong Kong, Taiwan, Thailand and the Philippines and also in Chinatowns throughout the world.
Within China, regional customs and traditions concerning the celebration of the Chinese New Year vary widely. One of the traditions is that every family thoroughly cleans their home to sweep away any ill-fortune in hopes of making way for incoming good luck.
Chinese New Year Festival | Beijing
The Dragon is a creature of myth and legend. In ancient China, the celestial Dragon represents an emperor and power.
Today, it is the ultimate symbol signifying success and happiness.
Wishing you a very Happy, Successful and Prosperous New Year!