Edinburgh was lit up with colourful parades, dragon dances, and fireworks as people celebrated the Chinese New Year 2022.
Celebrations filled the streets of Edinburgh as the Scottish Chinese community heralded the coming of the Year of the Tiger.
The festivities took place on Sunday (January 30), ahead of the first day of the Lunar New Year today (February 1). The parade wound its way through the city, before culminating in a celebration light show at Edinburgh Castle.
Here are some of the best photos from the Chinese New Year Festival in Edinburgh.
Here are some of the best photos from the Chinese New Year Festival in Edinburgh.
9. Year of the Tiger
The tiger is known to be king of all beasts in China and comes third in the Chinese zodiac. Photo: Jeff J Mitchell
The date of Chinese New Year, also known as the Lunar New Year or Spring Festival, changes each year, but still always falls in January or February. Photo: Jeff J Mitchell
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