Parades, dances and shows took place to celebrate the tradition and culture of China over the weekend.
Hundreds of people gathered to watch parades and Kung Fu demonstrations by the UK Shaolin Temple at Gunwharf Quays shopping centre.
Dancing at Chinese New Year celebrations at Gunwharf Quays
PICTURE: Duncan Shepherd 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.
The dragon arrives at Gunwharf
PICTURE: Duncan ShepherdPictures by Duncan Shepherd and Keith Woodland. To buy copies call photosales on 0330 123 0203 quoting the reference number.
Children learn Kung Fu skills at
Gunwharf Quays
PICTURE: Duncan ShepherdA traditional Chinese lion dance at Guildhall Picture: Keith WoodlandThe Bournemouth Chinese Art and Culture Troupe perform The Feeling of Haizhou Picture: Keith WoodlandMembers of the UK Shaolin Temple gave demonstrations of Kung Fu Picture: Keith WoodlandThe Bournemouth Chinese Art and Culture Troupe Picture: Keith WoodlandA Qipao Fashion Show. Cheongsam is a body-hugging one-piece Chinese dress for women, also known as Qipao.
Picture: Keith Woodland