Last January 23 is the first day of the Lunar Year. According to Chinese Astrology this is the Year of the Dragon, or also known as the Spring Festival.

According to Chinese Astrology this is the Year of the Dragon. It has been said that people born in the year of the Dragon are energetic,have a attractive personality and natural born leaders.

The Chinese New Year was celebrated not just in China but as well as other countries that have large Chinese populations. Chinese New Year was welcome in various ways from wearing red, fireworks display,to lighting incense and raining confetti.

Take a look at the pictures to see how the Year of the Dragon was celebrated with pomp and splendor.

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