Lunar New Year observed around world with illuminated landmarks, events--China Economic Net

23 (Xinhua) -- Landmarks around the globe have been lit up in the auspicious color red to celebrate the Lunar New Year, or Spring Festival, that fell on Sunday this year.The Lunar New Year for 2023 marks the Year of the Rabbit -- a gentle and beloved animal that signifies vitality, wittiness, cautiousness and good luck in the Chinese zodiac.On Saturday, Nelson's Column at London's Trafalgar Square was illuminated in Mandarin to wish people a Happy Chinese New Year.21, 2023 shows a large lantern celebrating the Year of the Rabbit on the eve of the Chinese New Year at Trafalgar Square in London, Britain.

(Xinhua/Li Ying) "We are so pleased to extend our heartfelt New Year's wishes to the entire Chinese community here in the United States, around the world and especially in China," said Tony Malkin, CEO, president and chairman of Empire State Realty Trust.On Saturday, a Chinese New Year animation was played on a large screen in Piazza San Babila, a busy area in the city center.