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Billions of people have begun a 15-day celebration of the Lunar New Year. Lanterns and banners adorn buildings, and fireworks sparkle in the sky.
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CHINA Fireworks light up the night sky over a temple in Luoyang on February 10.
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The Lunar New Year marks the arrival of spring. This year’s celebration began on February 10. It kicked off the Year of the Dragon. A dragon has special meaning in China. It’s the only mythical animal of the Chinese zodiac. The creature symbolizes luck and strength.
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SOUTH AFRICA People gather to mark the new year at a temple in Bronkhorstspruit. They wear traditional outfits, pray, and enjoy a traditional dance. Participants performed with a large dragon puppet.
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Lunar New Year isn’t celebrated only in China. These pictures show festivities around the world. How has your community marked the occasion?