Day Guide for Saturday January 28th 2017

This is our day guide for Saturday January 28th 2017 which shows you at a glance what's happening around the world on day 28 of 2017.

Holidays on January 28th 2017

International: Chinese New Year. The Chinese New Year marks the start of the lunar new year, which occurs sometime between Jan. 21 and Feb. 20. Also known as the Spring Festival, it is considered one of China’s most important celebrations, with each year being named after one of the 12 animals in the Chinese zodiac. Festivities include fireworks, parades, and performances. The holiday closes with a lantern festival.

Armenia: National Army Day. Marks the foundation of the Armenian Army formation on January 28th 1992

Regional

India (regional): Losar. Tibetan New year, also known as Losar, is the most important festival in the Tibetan calendar

South Korea: Korean New Year. Known as Seollal, Korean New Year is the first day of the lunar Korean calendar. It is the most important of the traditional Korean holidays

Vietnam: Tet Nguyen Dan. Tet is Vietnamese New Year and is the most important festival and public holiday in Vietnam

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