Sunday 10th February 2013 saw hundreds of thousands of visitors descend on London's West End to celebrate the Chinese New Year of the Snake and usher in the New Year in style!

The day started off with a spectacular parade around Chinatown and central London featuring a host of colourful floats and performers. Trafalgar Square was packed to the rafters as Chinese Ambassador to the UK, Mr. Liu Xiaoming officially opened the day at noon.

Following a dramatic firecracker display and a gravity-defying Dragon Dance, an afternoon of spectacular performances began. A stage at Trafalgar Square was brought to life with a fantastic music, dance and acrobatics including performances from Emmy The Great and Paul Potts.

Meanwhile Chinatown and Shaftesbury Avenue were bustling with activity throughout the day. A series of stalls in Chinatown offered revellers a feast of Chinese culture whilst Shaftesbury Avenue played host to performers, musicians, martial artists.