According to the Chinese Zodiac that the year 2012 is the Year of the Dragon and to be more precise it is the Year of the Water Dragon. The dragon is the ultimate auspicious symbol. They represent success, power, and happiness and most especially Good Luck for everyone. Chinese New Year this year begins on January 23, 2012 till February 6, 2012. There will be many lion dances to attract in prosperity and good luck for all during the Chinese New Year. But this year 2012, because this year is Year of the Dragon the Lion Dances that we should see will be replaced by amazing Dragon Dances.
Chinese Zodiac is consists of 12 animal signs. The dragon is the fifth sign in the Chinese Zodiac. It is a creature of myth and legend. The celestial Dragon in ancient Chine represents an emperor and power. And today celestial Dragon is the ultimate auspicious symbol symbolizing success and happiness. People born in the Year of the Dragon are innovative, self-assured, enterprising, passionate, brave, conceited and quick-tempered. They usually make it to the top. When you need help you can always count on them because they find pleasure in helping others. Because of their generous personality it gives them the ability to attract friends. Dragon is the not the most domesticated of the Animal signs. Those born in the Year of the Dragon enjoy outdoor activities than staying at home. They have a deep love for natures. And also people born in this Year of the Dragon like to spend money and are charitable themselves as well as with others. Some of the famous dragon people are Sandra Bullock, Courtney Cox, Reese Witherspoon, Courtney Love, Colin Farrell, Calista Flockhart, Dinah Shore, Isabella Rossellini, Roseanne Barr and Wynonna Judd. May the celestial Dragon bring great good luck to everyone.