Celebrations filled the streets of Edinburgh as the Scottish Chinese community heralded the coming of the Year of the Tiger.
The festivities took place on Sunday (January 30), ahead of the first day of the Lunar New Year today (February 1). The parade wound its way through the city, before culminating in a celebration light show at Edinburgh Castle.
Here are some of the best photos from the Chinese New Year Festival in Edinburgh.
5. Eye of the tiger
Youngsters strike a pose in front of the crowds dressed in adorable tiger costumes. Photo: Jeff J Mitchell
7. Lunar New Year
The crowds were treated to Tai Chi displays and tiger dances. Photo: Jeff J Mitchell
8. 新年好
The most common way to wish your close friends and loved ones a happy New Year is: “Xīnnián hǎo”, which is written 新年好. Photo: Jeff J Mitchell