From narrow side streets to packed malls, the traditional music and dance of dragon puppet performances have filled this bustling city south of

Asian communities across the world are preparing to ring in the Lunar New Year, with 2025 designated as the Year of the Snake in the Chinese zodiac.

The festivities last 15 days, ending in the Lantern Festival on Wednesday, February 12, 2025, during the full “Snow Moon.” While Chinese New Year is primarily celebrated in China, other countries such as Vietnam, South Korea, and Tibet also hold their own unique versions of this holiday.

In Indonesia, the largest Chinese diaspora community, Lunar New Year festivities included Barongsai performance at Borobudur Temple.

Asian communities across the world prepare to ring in the Lunar New Year each year and 2025 is designated as the Year of the Snake in the Chinese zodiac. The snake is known for its wisdom, intuition and strategic approach, all qualities that might offer the perfect road map for navigating your financial journey in the year ahead.

January 29 is celebrated as the Lunar New Year or the Chinese New Year; what is it and why is it celebrated, here's all you need to

The Chinese zodiac corresponds to various years people were born, and each animal is believed to influence the lives of people born in that year. The Year of the Snake is seen as one of renewal and regeneration and aligns with people born in 1941, 1953, 1965, 1977, 1989, 2001, 2013 and 2025.

The first new moon of the lunar calendar officially ushered in the new year in many cultures Wednesday, marking the imminent arrival of spring and the first day of the Year of the Snake, which symbolizes good luck, rebirth and regality.

From public parades to traditional dances, here's how countries around the world are celebrating the Year of the Snake.

The Chinese New Year, which starts on Wednesday, is one of the busiest times of the year in China. Homes and restaurants are decorated in red, while many residents travel around the country to spend time with loved ones.

Jan. 28 marks the Lunar New Year, beginning the Year of the Snake. It's not the only lunar festival — Ramadan begins Feb. 28, Passover on April 12 and Easter on April 20.