Lunar New Year 2025: Year of the Snake Begins

In 2025, the celestial events calendar promises a diverse array of skywatching opportunities, including the Quadrantids meteor shower in early January and several planetary alignments. The Lunar New Year, marking the Year of the Snake, begins on January 29 and is celebrated widely across Asian cultures with unique zodiac interpretations, such as Vietnam's cat replacing the rabbit. Patricia Bjaaland Welch will explore the significance of the snake in Chinese mythology through a lecture in Bangkok, examining its cultural and historical roots. Astrologers suggest specific colors for each zodiac sign to manifest positivity, with vibrant hues like red and green being favored for Aries and Taurus, respectively. The Year of the Snake in the Chinese zodiac is expected to bring opportunities for growth and success, particularly for signs like the Rat and Ox.