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

The Lunar New Year marks the start of the Year of the Snake. Picture: AP

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.