Lunar New Year
January 26 - WEDNESDAY
Observance: Observance Holiday (India)
"Welcoming the lunar new year with family reunions, red decorations, and festive feasts."
The beginning of the year based on the lunar calendar, celebrated across many Asian cultures.
Traditions:
- Giving red envelopes (hongbao) with money for good luck
- Cleaning homes thoroughly to sweep away bad luck
- Lion and dragon dances to ward off evil spirits
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Fun Fact:
Each lunar year is associated with one of 12 zodiac animals in a repeating cycle.