Chinese New Year (or as it's known in China, "New Year") is the
most important holiday in Asian culture. Also termed Lunar New
Year, the auspicious event is actually part of a 15-day
celebration called the Spring Festival. Always in January or
February, the exact date varies from year to year depending on
its position in the Chinese lunisolar calendar. Each year is
linked with one of the 12 animals in the Chinese zodiac.
Uncoiling on February 10, 2013: The Year of the Snake. But
enough chit-chat. Let's get this party started. Just as in the
West, New Year's Eve is a time for friends, family and
festivity. Gifts are exchanged, foods prepared and eaten,
celebrations abound—and the whole night ends with a bang. But
whether your celebration is planned for New Year's Eve, New
Year's Day or any other of the 15 days of Spring Festival, here
are a few things you'll want to do. - Clean house (duh).
Sweeping away any bad chi/energy from the past year is crucial.
Not recommended: Cleaning during the first few days of th