Unlike western calendars, the lunar Chinese new year calendar has names that are repeated every 12 years denoted by animals. 2010 is the Chinese year of the Tiger. In particular, this is the year of the Metal Tiger. February 14th 2010 marks the year of the Tiger with its association to bravery. How is Chinese New Year's Day determined?
In one sentence, the Chinese New Year is the second New Moon after the winter solstice. It is based strictly on astronomical observations, and has nothing to do with the Pope, emperors, animals or myths. Due to its scientific and mathematical nature, we can easily and precisely calculate backward or forward for thousands of years.
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