Uploaded January 2019 | Updated September 2026, 3 hours ago

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#LunarNewYear #HappyChineseNewYear #ChineseMythology

Chinese New Year Stories, Myths and Legends explained. From the story of nian, to the legendary animal race. This video explores the rich and deep lore of Chinese mythology surrounding the lunar new year. Footage via Storyblocks. Narrated by Liz Tsai.

00:45 Chunyun: World's largest migration at Chinese New Year
01:28 Story of Nian - Chinese New Year Monster
03:40 Tale of the 12 Chinese Zodiac
05:28 Creation legend and the Rat in Chinese Mythology
06:48 Jupiter and the Chinese Zodiac
08:25 Happy Chinese New Year from Myth Stories!

Thumbnail image via Flickr / Adam W. Modified in Photoshop.
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