When the ancient streets of Edinburgh embrace customs from distant China, it can mean only one thing – it's time for the Spring Festival. The air is rich with the sights, sounds and smells of another continent, but the joy is the same across cultures.

Together, Chinese expats and locals alike savor timeless traditions from both cultures, forging bonds of friendship between the two peoples. In this land far from home, the Chinese community writes stories from the heart – pining for reunion while hoping for good fortune across mountains and seas.