In pictures: Lunar New Year celebrations across the world

The pop-pop-pop of firecrackers greeted the new year outside a temple in Malaysia’s capital, Kuala Lumpur, on Wednesday, followed by lion dances to the rhythmic beat of drums

Wed, 29 Jan, 2025 - 09:56

AP Reporters

Prayers, lion dances and firecrackers have marked the Year of the Snake as Lunar New Year festivals got under way around the world.

The pop-pop-pop of firecrackers greeted the new year outside a temple in Malaysia’s capital, Kuala Lumpur, on Wednesday, followed by lion dances to the rhythmic beat of drums and small cymbals.