In the Chinese zodiac 2025 is the Year of the Wood Snake. The Chinese Lunar New Year begins January 29, 2025, and starts the 15-day Spring Festival that concludes with the Lantern Festival. The Chinese zodiac rotates through a 12-year cycle of animals and the five elements: wood, fire, earth, metal, and water. The snake represents wisdom, charm, and transformation. The Year of the Snake is followed by the Year of the Horse. Different regions across Asia celebrate Lunar New Year in many ways and may follow a different zodiac.
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