From New York to Hong Kong, cities across the globe saw marvelous displays of fireworks light up the skies as jubilant spectators flocked to celebrate New Years Eve. RT has summed up some of the most eye-catching celebrations.
New York
Donning colorful hats and holding banger sticks, thousands of revelers gathered in front of large screens in Times Square in Manhattan.
As the countdown to 2019 concluded, the rejoicing crowd was showered with confetti.
London
Many cities across the globe saw fireworks illuminate their signature sights, like in London, where bright lights danced around the London Eye Ferris wheel.
Berlin
In the capital of Germany, rockets painted the sky around the majestic Brandenburg Gate.
Athens
While in Athens, Greece, fireworks were launched near the ruins of the Parthenon.
Rio de Janeiro
Partiers in Rio, Brazil enjoyed the show right from the iconic Copacabana Beach.
Hong Kong
In Hong Kong, dazzling pyrotechnics exploded over Victoria Harbor.
Moscow
In Russia's capital, people partied along with street performers, many dressed in Father Frost (Ded Moroz) costumes.
They later went to see a spectacular fireworks display at Red Square.
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