The residence of the mayor of Dublin, capital of Ireland, is lit up in red, Feb 3, 2019. [Photo/Xinhua]

BRUSSELS - With red lantern raised, Chinese couplets pasted and lion-dance performed, Chinese Lunar New Year is being celebrated across the continent.

In the streets of several European cities, performance such as dragon and lion dances and Tai Chi drew in huge crowds of people, mirroring a growing interest in Chinese culture among European people.

Performers pose for a photo in front of the London Eye, which is illuminated in red in celebration of the Chinese Lunar New Year, Feb 4, 2019. [Photo/Xinhua]