Celebrate the Year of the Dragon: Chinese New Year

People born in the Year of the Dragon are believed to possess qualities such as intelligence, courage, enthusiasm, and charisma. They are natural leaders with a flair for innovation, and their ambitious nature propels them to achieve great things. Dragons are charismatic individuals who inspire those around them, making them highly respected in Chinese culture.

Lucky things for Dragons:

• Numbers: 1, 6, and 7, as well as numbers containing them (like 16 and 76)
• Days: the 1st and 16th of every Chinese lunar month
• Colours: gold, silver, grayish white
• Lucky flowers: bleeding-heart glory bower, dragon flowers.
• Lucky direction: east, north, south.
• Lucky months: the 3rd, 4th, and 7th Chinese lunar months.

Unlucky things for Dragons:

• Unlucky colours: blue, green
• Unlucky numbers: 3 and 8
• Unlucky direction: northwest
• Unlucky months: the 5th and 6th Chinese lunar months

The Dragon sign is said to be most compatible with the Monkey and Rat signs, forming harmonious and dynamic partnerships. However, they should exercise caution when interacting with Dog and Rabbit signs.

As individuals born under the Dragon sign exhibit diverse personalities and traits influenced by the five elements – Wood, Fire, Earth, Metal, and Water – their uniqueness adds depth to the rich tapestry of Chinese culture.

Famous people born in the Year of the Rabbit:

• Bruce Lee
• Keanu Reeves
• John Lennon
• Sandra Bullock
• Salvador Dalí

From all at Babel, we wish every Dragon a happy, healthy and prosperous Chinese New Year!

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