Categories: International

Winter Olympics host China welcomes Year of Tiger

China is celebrating the Spring Festival, it’s the most important annual festival as it entered the Lunar new “Year of the Tiger”. Last year was celebrated as the Lunar Year of the Ox. According to the Chinese Zodiac calendar, the Year of the Ox has ended and the Year of the Tiger has begun from February 1, 2022, and will end on January 21, 2023.

Buy Prime Test Series for all Banking, SSC, Insurance & other exams

In Chinese culture, the tiger symbolizes bravery, vigor and strength and it is believed that it can lift people from adversity and usher in final auspiciousness and peace. Each year is named after one of 12 signs of the Chinese zodiac in a repeating cycle. This year, Spring Festival celebrations coincide with the Beijing Winter Olympics.

Important takeaways for all competitive exams:

  • China Capital: Beijing;
  • China Currency: Renminbi;
  • China President: Xi Jinping.

Find More International News

Sumit Arora

As a team lead and current affairs writer at Adda247, I am responsible for researching and producing engaging, informative content designed to assist candidates in preparing for national and state-level competitive government exams. I specialize in crafting insightful articles that keep aspirants updated on the latest trends and developments in current affairs. With a strong emphasis on educational excellence, my goal is to equip readers with the knowledge and confidence needed to excel in their exams. Through well-researched and thoughtfully written content, I strive to guide and support candidates on their journey to success.

Recent Posts

UAE Introduces World’s First 10G Internet Network Using U6GHz Spectrum

The United Arab Emirates has made global news by launching the world's first commercial upper…

29 mins ago

Meta Introduces New AI Model Muse Spark

Meta has introduced its first AI model from its new Superintelligence Labs, called Muse Spark,…

1 hour ago

World Bank Projects India to Drive South Asia Growth with 7.6% Expansion in FY26

The latest report by the World Bank highlights that India is expected to remain the…

2 hours ago

India Withdraws Its Plan to Host COP33 Summit in 2028

India has decided not to host the 33rd Conference of Parties (COP33) in 2028, even…

3 hours ago

Deep Jariwala Appointed as US Governor’s Chair

Indian-origin scientist Deep Jariwala has been selected for one of the most respected research roles…

4 hours ago

IIM Rohtak Wins BIMTECH’s ‘Hermes’ Dialogue 6.0,’ National Debate with Participants Representing 12 Countries

In a recent academic event, Birla Institute of Management Technology (BIMTECH), Greater Noida, successfully organized…

4 hours ago