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Hong Kong float pageant celebrates Chinese new year

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Source: CCTV.com | 01-28-2009 13:43

Special Report:   2009 Spring Festival

The Hong Kong float pageant is an annual event celebrating the Chinese new year. The street parade has grown into a major crowd pleaser in the city.

The Hong Kong float pageant is an annual event celebrating the Chinese new year.
The Hong Kong float pageant is an annual event celebrating 
the Chinese new year.

The lunar new year grand float pageant in Hong Kong includes bands, dance groups, and folk performances, creating a festive mood among the the crowds which come to watch.

This year's pageant features more variety. Performers from around the globe take part as the commercial hub is turned into a carnival.