A man sits next to a poster celebrating the Chinese Lunar New Year in Beijing February 15, 2010. The Chinese New Year began on February 14th, and according to the Lunar calendar, it is the Year of the Tiger. [Photo/Agencies]  

A folk artist waits to take part in a performance at a temple fair to celebrate the Chinese Lunar New Year in Beijing February 15, 2010. The Chinese New Year began on February 14th, and according to the Lunar calendar, it is the Year of the Tiger.  [Photo/Agencies]