Countdown to Chinese New Year
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Chinese New Year, also known as the Lunar New Year or Spring Festival, marks the beginning of a new year on the traditional lunisolar Chinese calendar.
It is one of the most important holidays in Chinese culture and is widely celebrated in East Asia and across the world.
You can also use our Chinese Calendar Calculator to find future dates.
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