From narrow side streets to packed malls, the traditional music and dance of dragon puppet performances have filled this bustling city south of Indonesia's capital to usher in the Lunar New Year.

From public parades to traditional dances, here's how countries around the world are celebrating the Year of the Snake.

In Indonesia, the largest Chinese diaspora community, Lunar New Year festivities included Barongsai performance at Borobudur Temple.

Jan. 28 marks the Lunar New Year, beginning the Year of the Snake. It's not the only lunar festival — Ramadan begins Feb. 28, Passover on April 12 and Easter on April 20.

The bustling city of Bohor, just south of Indonesia's capital, came alive as it welcomed the Lunar New Year with vibrant dragon puppet performances and the rhythmic beat of drums. From narrow streets to crowded malls,

In many Asian cultures, the Lunar New Year is a celebration marking the arrival of spring and the start of a new year on the lunisolar calendar.

U.S. Rep. Grace Meng has reintroduced measures to make the Lunar New Year a federal holiday in conjunction with a resolution to recognize the historical and cultural significance of the traditional Asian holiday.

From lucky foods to traditional greetings, we answer your questions about Lunar New Year as we enter the Year of the Snake.

Banda Aceh, Indonesia - Dozens of faithful gathered today at a temple in Banda Aceh, Indonesia, to celebrate the eve of the Lunar New Year, locally known as 'Imlek'. (Camera: Hotli Simanjuntak.) Resources of faithful at a temple in Banda Aceh,

The Lunar New Year has officially kicked off today and it involves delicious foods, wholesome traditions, family bonding and loud cheers! The world is already celebrating, so what are you waiting for? Find out all about the fun holiday below!