New Year celebrations around the world reflect the diversity and vitality of cultures across the globe.
Early fireworks display in Sydney, Australia. Video: ABC News
From dazzling fireworks displays over iconic landmarks, to traditional rituals symbolizing renewal and good fortune, every country has its own way of marking the moment of saying goodbye to the old year and welcoming the new one.
Whether it is the street festivals in Rio de Janeiro, Brazil, or the peaceful temple visits in Kyoto, Japan, or the joyful countdown in Times Square, America, all are memorable moments that capture images of hope and new beginnings.
People around the world took to the streets to have fun, take pictures with relatives and friends, shop for decorations, and participate in events to welcome the new year 2025.
Some images of the world welcoming the new year 2025:
New Zealand is one of the first Oceanian island nations to welcome the New Year in the world. In the photo: New Year's fireworks at the Sky Tower in Auckland, New Zealand. Photo: 1newsNew Year's fireworks in Sydney, Australia on December 31. Photo: Sydney Morning HeraldFireworks light up the Sydney Opera House. Photo: The AgeRussia's capital Moscow decorated to welcome the New Year 2025. Photo: XinhuaPhoto: Xinhua News AgencyPhoto: Xinhua News AgencyPhoto: Xinhua News AgencyStudents in Chennai, India. Photo: PTIPhoto: PTITourists visit Kochi, Kerala. Photo: PTIA shop selling 2025 New Year decorations in China. Photo: XinhuaFolk artists perform at a market in Shandong Province, China. Photo: XinhuaA cultural parade is held in Zhejiang Province, China. Photo: XinhuaArtisans make pomegranate-shaped dumplings to celebrate the festival in China. Photo: XinhuaVN (synthesis)
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