The ‘end of the world’ can wait for a year; the Dragon is rising back on the throne! Anyone worried about the Mayan prediction can relax and expect a successful and lucky year. At least that’s what I am told by one of my Chinese friends. According to her, since the Dragon is the most auspicious of the 12 Chinese Zodiacs, and it is said to rule over water, this year of the Water Dragon could be nothing but the best!
After the massive heap of stress in 2011, I am sure we can all do with some ‘fierce’ luck, at least I can. I am guessing that is why people all over the world are extremely excited to welcome the Dragon rule. Preparations began in various countries and places other than China, like Japan, Canada, Vegas, Singapore and Sydney almost a month before the actual arrival of the Chinese New Year on the 23rd of January.
In China, the New Year begins with its people migrating back to their hometown, weeks prior to the actual celebrations. This year (unsurprisingly) would observe the world’s largest human migration, with around 2 billion passenger trips expected during the festive period. As such, no Chinese New Year is ever complete without the Dragon dancing and prancing across the streets of China, but The Year of the Dragon is undoubtedly extra special!
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