Hong Kong's New Year countdown celebrations are going online for the first time

You can ring in 2021 with Hong Kong's New Year countdown celebrations, which are going online for the first time ever.

Amid the coronavirus pandemic, the Hong Kong Tourism Board (HKTB) continues to share the country's festive cheer with the rest of the world.

Its signature "Hong Kong New Year Countdown Celebrations" will go online on December 31, allowing everyone around the world to join in on the fun wherever they are via mobile phones or computers.

The HKTB’s website and social media platforms will begin showing a live countdown clock at 11 p.m. HKT and 11:30 p.m. HKT respectively.

Once the clock strikes midnight, a two-minute video showing Victoria Harbour in all its glory as well as iconic landmarks in Hong Kong will follow, along with festive greetings sending blessings to the world.

Here's what you can look forward to:

You can watch the celebrations here. —JCB, GMA News