Lunar New Year: Global celebrations welcome Year of the Fire Horse
Summary
People around the globe celebrated the Lunar New Year, welcoming the Year of the Fire Horse with various festivities. These celebrations included lighting incense, fireworks, and street festivals in places such as Hong Kong, Vietnam, Taiwan, and beyond. The Lunar New Year is a major holiday celebrated across Asia and in communities worldwide.Key Facts
- The Lunar New Year is known as the Year of the Fire Horse in the 12-year Chinese zodiac.
- Hong Kong saw devotees lighting incense at midnight to make New Year wishes.
- Vietnam hosted musical performances and fireworks for its Tet festivities.
- In Taiwan, people participated in ringing bells and giving floral offerings.
- Beijing had crowds at temples praying for good fortune, and a gala featuring performances by children and robots.
- Celebrations also took place in Moscow, Russia, with market stalls and Chinese decorations.
- In Buenos Aires, Argentina, thousands enjoyed dragon and lion dances and martial arts shows in Chinatown.
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