In many of the Asian cultures , a lunar calendar is being followed. The Lunar New Year this year begins Tuesday, February 01, 2022.
This year, the year 2022 in the Gregorian calendar is designated as the Year of the Tiger. The Chinese calendar is on a 12-year cycle, with each year linked to one of the following animals – the rat, ox, tiger, rabbit, dragon, snake, horse, goat, monkey, rooster, dog and the pig.
Tiger is considered as the symbol of bravery, wisdom and strength. Hope this courage and energy becomes contagious and gives us strength to continue facing the pandemic.
Some interesting facts about people born in Years of the Tiger includes famous personalities like Queen Elizabeth II, Fidel Castro, Marilyn Monroe, Shawn Mendes, Lady Gaga and Tom Cruise.