🗓️ Interactive Chinese Calendar Hub
Complete Traditional Chinese Calendar Toolkit. Explore the rich heritage of Chinese traditional calendar systems with our comprehensive tools. Convert between Gregorian and lunar calendars, discover solar terms, explore heavenly stems and earthly branches, find auspicious days, and unlock the wisdom of ancient Chinese timekeeping.
📅 Gregorian ↔ Lunar Calendar Conversion
Convert between Gregorian and traditional Chinese lunar calendar dates
🎓 Understanding Chinese Traditional Calendar
📜 Historical Background
The Chinese calendar is a lunisolar calendar system that has been used for over 2,000 years. It combines lunar months with solar year adjustments, creating a sophisticated timekeeping system that aligns with both celestial cycles and agricultural seasons.
🌙 Lunar Calendar System
Unlike the Gregorian calendar, the Chinese calendar is based on lunar cycles. Each month begins with a new moon and lasts approximately 29.5 days. Leap months are added to keep the calendar aligned with the solar year.
🌱 24 Solar Terms
The solar terms divide the solar year into 24 periods, each lasting about 15 days. These terms reflect changes in climate, natural phenomena, and agricultural activities, serving as a guide for farming and daily life.
🎯 Practical Applications
Traditional Chinese calendar is still widely used today for determining auspicious dates for weddings, business openings, travel, and other important life events. It combines astronomy, philosophy, and practical wisdom.
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❓ Frequently Asked Questions
How accurate are the calendar conversions?
Our conversions use established astronomical data and traditional calculation methods. While highly accurate for most purposes, for critical dates we recommend consulting with traditional calendar experts.
What are heavenly stems and earthly branches?
The heavenly stems (天干) and earthly branches (地支) form a 60-year cycle used in Chinese astrology and calendar systems. They represent cosmic energies and are associated with the five elements and zodiac animals.
How do I find auspicious days for important events?
Use our Auspicious Days tool to select your activity type and date range. The system will analyze traditional factors including lunar phases, solar terms, and celestial influences to recommend the most favorable dates.
Are these tools suitable for decision-making?
These tools are designed for cultural education and entertainment. While based on traditional knowledge, they should not be the sole basis for important life decisions. Always use your best judgment and consult experts when needed.