The dragon display is placed at the "old street" scenic spot of Qilihe district in Lanzhou, Gansu province. [Photo provided to Lanzhou.gogansu.com]

The Spring Festival spirit has well and truly arrived in Lanzhou, Gansu province. As the year of the Dragon approaches, the "old street" scenic spot of Qilihe district in Lanzhou, is bustling with visitors. People are immersed in the festive atmosphere.

Vendors in Lanzhou have transformed their stores into treasure troves filled with dragon-inspired Chinese New Year goodies such as couplets, Chinese knots and lanterns. These products have been well received by the market.