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Chinese New Year Celebration Trafalgar Square London February 1977 140ft Chinese
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Chinese New Year Celebration Trafalgar Square London February 1977 140ft Chinese
Chinese New Year Celebration Trafalgar Square London February 1977
140ft Chinese Dragon. A Chinese Dragon dance, the first ever seen in Britain was performed in Trafalgar Square. With its 80 attendants it danced in celebration of the Chinese New Year. The Dragon was made especially in Hong Kong and given to the Chinese communityby the Hong Kong Government
Alisdair Macdonald
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England
WA*2012180
Media ID 21516178
© Mirrorpix
Culture Customs New Year Festivities Parades
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Capturing the Vibrant Spirit of Chinese New Year in 1977 London
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. This print transports us back to February 1977, when Trafalgar Square in London was adorned with a magnificent display of customs, traditions, and celebrations during the Chinese New Year. Standing tall at an impressive 140ft, a resplendent Chinese Dragon took center stage in this historic event - the first-ever Dragon dance witnessed by Britain. Crafted with meticulous detail in Hong Kong and generously gifted to the local Chinese community by the Hong Kong Government, this awe-inspiring creature came alive as it gracefully danced through the square. Accompanied by its entourage of 80 attendants, it symbolized good fortune and prosperity for all who gathered to witness this momentous occasion. The atmosphere was electric as crowds flocked from near and far to partake in these new year festivities. The air filled with excitement as vibrant costumes swirled amidst a sea of smiling faces. This snapshot encapsulates not only a celebration but also serves as a testament to cultural exchange and unity. Preserved through time on Alisdair Macdonald's lens, this photograph is more than just an image; it represents an era where diverse cultures converged harmoniously within one cityscape. It reminds us that even decades later, we can still marvel at moments that bridge gaps between nations while honoring age-old traditions.
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