Chinese New Year 2025: The Year of the Wood Snake

Article and photographs by Damien Lafon.

Women dressed in red qipaos and adorned with elegant accessories walk happily through the streets decorated for Chinese New Year. This scene reflects the importance of traditional dress and family celebrations during this holiday.
Women dressed in red qipaos and adorned with accessories dance through streets decorated for Chinese New Year.
A young woman lights incense in front of a ritual lantern, a common Chinese New Year tradition to honor ancestors and attract prosperity for the coming year.
A young woman burns offering paper, a Chinese New Year ritual to honor ancestors and attract prosperity.
Two brightly colored lions leap to the sound of drums and cymbals, bringing Chinese New Year festivities to life. This spectacular dance is a symbol of good luck and prosperity.
Barong Sai, traditional Chinese lion dance.
A Barong Sai dancer brings the mythical lion to life, blending tradition, energy and precision to celebrate the Chinese New Year in style.
Barong Sai dancer.

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