The cities that celebrated New Year's Eve 2017 in the world in the most spectacular way.

Millions of people in cities around the world will participate in the biggest New Year's Eve parties to welcome 2017.

Here is a list of some of the world's major cities that hosted the most spectacular New Year's Eve celebrations in 2017, according to the news site 11 Alive.

Cairo, Egypt

Egypt will welcome the new year 2017 with a spectacular fireworks display. The fireworks display will look slightly different to viewers depending on their viewing location, as the fireworks are launched from the vicinity of the 4,500-year-old pyramids. A professional artist will be in charge of the light show, which will run from sunset to sunrise.

Paris, France

Crowds packed the famous Champs-Elysees avenue on December 31, 2015. Photo: AFP

Thousands of people will flock to the famous Champs-Elysees avenue in the French capital, Paris, to welcome the new year. Security is being tightened to ensure the New Year's celebrations are safe.

New York, USA

New York City is home to some of the world's biggest New Year's Eve celebrations, with millions gathering in Times Square to watch the ball drop. This spectacle is broadcast live across the United States, with a shower of confetti falling as the clock strikes midnight.

Scotland

The city of Hogmanay in Scotland will celebrate New Year's Eve with festivities, street parties, and concerts throughout the last day of the old year until fireworks are launched to welcome the new year. Residents also participate in fun celebrations, parades, and dog sledding demonstrations.

Hong Kong, China

Fireworks in Hong Kong on January 1, 2016. Photo: AFP

New Year's Eve celebrations in Hong Kong, China, are similar to those in New York, with crowds gathering in Hong Kong's Times Square to watch the ball drop, signaling the start of the new year. A fireworks dragon will appear on the horizon.

London, England

Londoners celebrated New Year's Eve in the streets, on bridges, and at the iconic Big Ben clock tower, where fireworks were set off. The 10-minute light and fireworks display, accompanied by the chiming of Big Ben, marked the transition from the old year to the new.

Sydney, Australia

The world's largest New Year's Eve fireworks display will take place at Sydney Harbour Bridge and the Sydney Opera House, attracting millions of tourists and locals.

Rio de Janeiro, Brazil

Millions of people watched fireworks on Copacabana beach in Rio de Janeiro, Brazil, on January 1, 2016. Photo: AFP

Considered one of the cities with the most vibrant New Year's Eve celebrations, the traditional Reveillon festival takes place along Copacabana Beach in Brazil. Millions of people line the beach, dressed in white, and throw flowers into the sea. This is complemented by live music performances and fireworks displays.

According to VNE