Lunar New Year observed around the world with illuminated landmarks, events

At a glance:

• From the Empire State Building in New York, Tokyo Tower in Japan's capital, Sydney Opera House and many other famous landmarks to Chinatowns around the world, numerous buildings and neighborhoods have been lit up in red or decorated with Chinese elements such as red lanterns, creating a cheerful festival ambience.
• Various entertaining and cultural events such as concerts and food events have been organized in Cambodia, Ethiopia, New Zealand, Spain, the United States and others.
• Many overseas Chinese have expressed their best wishes to the motherland.

Landmarks around the globe have been lit up in the auspicious colour red to celebrate the Lunar New Year, or Spring Festival, that fell on Sunday this year.