Cap Goh Meh - Chinese New Year in Indonesia

Ranked 10th in the list of the most famous festivals in Indonesia is Cap Goh Meh - Chinese New Year in Indonesia. There is a giant Chinese populace in Indonesia too, and so, the Chinese New Year is extensively celebrated. The Cap Go Meh competition in Indonesia normally takes place in March, 15 days after Imlek, a complete moon day. There is fanfare and celebrations in main towns of Indonesia, with lantern parades, meals festivals, or even the conventional lion dance known as barongsai performed. It is thought that the Gods themselves come right all the way down to Earth for Cap Goh Meh. Streets are complete of dragon dancers, mediums and palm-readers, and intense performers who're recognised for self-mutilation. Some of the pleasant places to seize this competition are Semarang and Bogor in Java, Singkawang in west Kalimantan and Kermaro Island in south Sumatra.

Location: major cities of Indonesia
Time: March