Wednesday, February 10, 2016

Celebrating the Year of the Fire Monkey!

London is pulling out all stops this Chinese New Year! Outside Asia, London hosts the biggest annual Chinese New Year celebrations.

Images from Chiswick House & Gardens, via Time Out

The Magical Lantern Festival premieres at Chiswick House and Gardens this year, and is open until March 5th. This is the first time the festival has appeared in the UK.

Images from Chiswick House & Gardens, via Time Ou

Lanterns depicting magical and fantastical animals range across the lawns.

Images from Chiswick House & Gardens, via Time Out

Lotus flowers shimmer on the ponds and glowing temples form temporary landmarks.

Images via Chiswick House and Gardens
Images via Chiswick House and Gardens

The main Chinese New Year Festival takes place this coming Sunday - on Valentine's Day. What could be more romantic than chasing dragon dancers down the famous streets of London's Chinatown? We can't wait!

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