Brazil: Chinese hold carnival to welcome lunar New Year

Hundreds of Brazilians and Chinese immigrants gathered in Sao Paulo to celebrate the lunar New Year.A legitimate dragon and lion dance - a symbol of good luck and prosperity - marked the festivity held in the heart of Sao Paulo's Asian downtown neighborhood of Liberdade.Samba dancers and singers added a Brazilian touch to the traditional Chinese party that welcomes the year of the Tiger.The lunar New Year, or Spring Festival, is China's most important holiday and celebrations last up to two weeks.