SAN FRANCISCO (KGO) -- There are 12 animal symbols that represent the Chinese zodiac. The signs rotate every year--from year of the rooster to year of the dog, for example--and it's believed that ...

In Vietnam, parades include the Mua Lan, a symbol of strength which is a hybrid lion, dragon and unicorn. Other Vietnamese traditions for Lunar New Year include burning incense and inviting ...

“Fish is a Chinese symbol for abundance, so it is very common on our special menus as a way to assure good luck and prosperity,” Moy said. “In China, we call lobster ‘the dragon of the sea.’ ...

The Chinese Zodiac works with a 12-year cycle, with a different animal representing different animal. 2025 is the Year of the Snake. The snake represents calmness and introspection -- traits seen ...

Just as valuable, the year of the snake jewelry is connected with trade, thriller, and a better understanding of the self. To the Chinese, the Snake means awareness, change, and gentle thought.

China's Shenzhou-19 astronauts hold up paper cuttings of the Chinese character for good fortune during a recorded 2025 Lunar New Year greeting. (Image credit: CCTV+) 2025 welcomes the Year of the ...

Chinese New Year celebrations typically last 16 days, but only the first seven days are considered public holidays – from Jan. 29 to Feb. 4. Is Chinese New Year same as Lunar New Year?

Lunar New Year is also associated with the animals of the Chinese zodiac, and 2025 is the Year of the Snake. Here's everything you need to know about Lunar New Year/Chinese New Year 2025.