In the coming year 2024, the Black Water Rabbit will give way to the next symbol of the Chinese calendar – the Green Wood Dragon. Despite the fact that this is a mythical creature, in Eastern culture it is endowed with a specific character and preferences. How to celebrate New Year’s Eve correctly, what is best to wear and should be served, as well as what signs and customs are associated with the new year, 2024, – in the material of RIA Novosti.
Each year in Chinese culture has a specific patron animal, which is influenced by a specific color and one of the five elements: fire, water, earth, wood or metal. The symbol of the outgoing year 2023 was the Black Water Rabbit, and in 2024 it will be the Green Wooden Dragon.
This mythical creature is believed to be a harbinger of change; he is an ambitious, capricious, powerful and vibrant beast who patronizes brave people who want to change their lives. The wild temperament of the dragon is smoothed out by the influence of green and wood, so the owner of the coming year appreciates not only loud fun, but also stability, harmony and creation.
In Chinese culture, it is believed that each New Year should be celebrated according to the character of its patron. This will bring good luck and give protection from misfortunes for the entire 12 months.
