On Chinese New Year's Eve in Meizhou. Fireworks are set off to ward off the bad spirits from the previous year and welcome the new year in. Candles and incense are also lighted during prayers, like this scene on Chinese New Year's Eve.<br>New Year Scene
<a rel="nofollow" class="external text" href="https://www.flickr.com/photos/46453873@N00">Anthony Hartman</a> from Meizhou, China
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