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Lunar New Year marks the first new moon of the lunar calendar.
This year , it falls on February 10 , kicking off the 15-day Spring Festival .
The Chinese zodiac calendar is best described as a 12-year cycle represented by 12 different animals.
Your personal zodiac animal sign is determined by your year of birth.
The first few days of the Lunar New Year, especially the first two days , are often a test of one’s stamina, appetite and social skills.
Northern Chinese tend to have dumplings and noodles, whereas southern Chinese can’t live without steamed rice.
Different communities in Asia will serve various birthday foods on that day .
People in Malaysia enjoy yeesang , or a “Prosperity Toss” of raw fish and shredded vegetables.
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