This year February 14th is not only Valentine’s Day, but also marks the beginning of the Chinese New Year or Spring Festival as it is sometimes called. As with the Chinese calendar, the new year coincides with the first day of their first lunar month and according to it, 2010 is the year 4707.
Parades and festivals will be on the top of every one’s list, but it is also a time for traditions and customs. According to our friends over at the Hong Kong Tourism Board, flowers are a mainstay for looking ahead and encouraging good tidings for the next 12 months. Narcissus and peonies signify prosperity, kumquats in offices point to success in business, plum blossoms encourage romance, and tangerines strengthen marital bliss. Purchasing new clothes and shoes are also encouraged to bring on new starts. The color red will also be ubiquitous as it is believed to be lucky in the Chinese culture. To find out what 4707 has in store for you, visit the HK Tourism Board’s website to see your horoscope.
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