ieExplains: What is Lunar New Year and how do people celebrate?

With roots tracing back some 3,500 years to ancient China, the Lunar New Year signifies the end of winter and the arrival of a new year

The Lunar New Year is a major festival celebrated in several Asian countries - and closer to home. Picture: Andres Poveda.

What is the Lunar New Year?

The Lunar New Year — known as the Spring Festival in China, Tet in Vietnam and Seollal in Korea — is a major festival celebrated in several Asian countries.