The Year of the Rat in 2008

On February 7th, in the Chinese Lunar Calendar, the Year of the Rat will be celebrated. Rats in all shapes and sizes are offered in stores to the affluent Chinese as they search for gifts for their loved-ones. These little critters are beautifully crafted and gold-plated.

#90 Teaching at Taizhou Teachers College, China (2008, The Year of the Rat)

January 2nd 2008
One of the most anticipated years in China's history has emerged and in a few weeks, the "Year of the Rat" will be announced in the Chinese Lunar Calendar as the Peoples Republic of China will celebrate its "Coming-Out" party to the world, hosting the 2008 Olympics with opening ceremonies scheduled for August, 8th. (08-08-08) The number 8 is a very auspicious number in Chinese culture indicati ... read more

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