City explodes with colour for Chinese New Year extravaganza

Parades, dances and shows took place to celebrate the tradition and culture of China over the weekend.
Dancing at Chinese New Year celebrations at Gunwharf Quays   
PICTURE: Duncan ShepherdDancing at Chinese New Year celebrations at Gunwharf Quays   
PICTURE: Duncan Shepherd
Dancing at Chinese New Year celebrations at Gunwharf Quays PICTURE: Duncan Shepherd

Hundreds of people gathered to watch parades and Kung Fu demonstrations by the UK Shaolin Temple at Gunwharf Quays shopping centre.

On Sunday the Portsmouth Guildhall hosted the Portsmouth Chinese Association’s annual New Year celebrations.

Here’s a selection of some of the best images from the weekend.

Pictures by Duncan Shepherd and Keith Woodland. To buy copies call photosales on 0330 123 0203 quoting the reference number.