Celebrate the Year of Dragon—2024 Chinese Lunar New Year

​Chinese New Year 2024 falls on Saturday, February 10th, 2024, and the 2024 Chinese Zodiac is Dragon. (note: all the artworks in this article are produced by the WCAAD students)

Of all the Chinese animal symbols it is the Chinese Dragon whose very existence is full of the most ancient mysteries. Dragon (in stories) is a large aggressive animal with wings and a long tail, that can breathe out fire. The Dragon also has the power to release water to parched lands, and which in turn stands for abundance and relief. 

​The Dragon is the fifth of Chinese Zodiac. It is mentioned to become essentially the most potent symbol of great fortune in the Chinese pantheon of symbols. 

​The Chinese people always say that the Dragon leaves wealth and prosperity in his path. Hence, the Dragon leads the street processions during Chinese New Year. 

​As the noble animal symbol that represents the Chinese emperors, Dragons are born leaders and masters of ceremonies. And as a result of this, almost every Chinese parent is hoping to possess а Dragon child. 

​The Dragon brings the 4 Benedictions with the East -- wealth, virtue, harmony, and long life.

​The Dragon may be the only mythical creature in the Chinese zodiac and is looked upon because the luckiest of all of the animals. People born in the Year with the Dragon are believed to be healthy, energetic, excitable. They're also sincere, sensitive, brave, and they inspire self-confidence and trust. 

The Dragon is gifted, intelligent, tenacious, willing and generous. Dragons are also aggressive and determined, going right after what they want is second nature to them. They don't like routine and are excited by new projects. 

Larger than life, the Chinese Zodiac Dragon has the courage, confidence and capacity to achieve legendary successes. The Chinese horoscope chart for this zodiac sign usually promises a rich and full life filled with many an adventure.