With the New Year fast approaching, a buoyant and festive atmosphere is sweeping across Hohhot, capital of North China's Inner Mongolia autonomous region. The streets and alleys of the city have been decorated with bright red lanterns – illuminating the city and creating a bubbly New Year's ambiance. [Photo/WeChat account of Wenlyu Qingcheng]

The festive mood is apparent in Hohhot city, heralding in the New Year. [Photo/WeChat account of Wenlyu Qingcheng]

Red lanterns are placed along the streets in Hohhot city. [Photo/WeChat account of Wenlyu Qingcheng]