Hordes of rabbit-shaped lanterns are now lighting up Xi'an, capital of Northwest China's Shaanxi province, as the Year of the Rabbit approaches. The colorful bunnies are also to be seen everywhere in the markets in the run-up to the Year of the Rabbit. [Photo/Visual Xi'an]

A woman selects a rabbit toy in Xi'an. In traditional Chinese culture, the image of the rabbit symbolizes wit, quickness, tranquility and beauty. [Photo/Visual Xi'an]

A kid wearing hanfu – a traditional Chinese style of clothing – shows off rabbit-shaped candy in Xi'an. [Photo/Visual Xi'an]

A little boy sports a rabbit-shaped hat and a smile. [Photo/Visual Xi'an]