Bidding farewell to the mythical Dragon, the world welcomes the Year of the Snake on January 29 — the first day of the Lunar New Year. For those who celebrate this ancient festival, starting the year on a positive note is essential.
In Indonesia, the largest Chinese diaspora community, Lunar New Year festivities included Barongsai performance at Borobudur Temple.
Here's all the information on the Chinese New Year 2025, from its traditions to the zodiac. Discover how this festive season is celebrated.
From narrow side streets to packed malls, the traditional music and dance of dragon puppet performances have filled Indonesia’s bustling capital of Jakarta to usher in the Lunar New Year. Asian communities across the world
The Chinese zodiac corresponds to various years people were born, and each animal is believed to influence the lives of people born in that year. The Year of the Snake is seen as one of renewal and regeneration and aligns with people born in 1941, 1953, 1965, 1977, 1989, 2001, 2013 and 2025.