Unperturbed by ongoing protests, Hong Kong is marking the New Year with flower fairs. A total of 15 fairs have opened at multiple places in the city. /Xinhua Photo

It has long been a tradition in southern China to visit flower fairs ahead of New Year, buy fresh flowers for decoration and wish each other a prosperous new year. /Xinhua Photo

The fairs will be open till Saturday, the first day of the Chinese New Year. /Xinhua Photo