Photos: Celebrations commence the Year of the Snake

Beijing, China: Dragon dancers perform at a park on the first day of the Lunar New Year of Snake on Jan. 29.

For many, the Lunar New Year is a time to reflect on people they have lost. But it’s also a time to set intentions and welcome the new energy of the future.

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For many, the Lunar New Year is a time to reflect on people they have lost. But it’s also a time to set intentions and welcome the new energy of the future.