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Residents and visitors alike converge upon Dubai during Chinese New Year celebrations, where colourful dragon parades, lion dances, and traditional opera performances paint the city red. (In pic: Celebrating the Year of the Dragon, the Chinese Peking Opera takes the stage at the Dragon Mart.)
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The Chinese Peking Opera takes the stage at Dragon Mart in Dubai to celebrate the Chinese New Year. Dragon Mart hosts lively festivities, including dragon dances, Kung Fu displays, and a Peking Opera show.
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Traditionally, each year in the Chinese zodiac cycle carries the spirit of a specific animal. This year, 2024, is the Year of the Wood Dragon, known for its strength, determination, and potential for abundance. Following the Year of the Rabbit, the Wood Dragon symbolises hope for prosperity and good fortune for many.
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Visitors were enthralled by Peking Opera performance at the Dragon Mart, adding to the festive atmosphere of Chinese New Year.
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Little hands get crafty at the Dragon Mart: Children light up with joy as they create their own dragon head lanterns for the Chinese New Year festivities.
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Under the guidance of expert artisans, young participants at the Chinese New Year workshop in Dragon Mart are mastering the age-old craft of lantern making, crafting customised designs including dragon heads.
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Celebrating Chinese New Year, Dragon Mart hosts a breathtaking Kung Fu showcase by Chinese monks.
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Experiencing the grace of Chinese Kung Fu at Dragon Mart is a truly memorable event, enhancing the colorful festivities of Chinese New Year with a distinctive flair.
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With vibrant costumess, Dragon Mart's performers offer visitors unforgettable photo opportunities, celebrating the Year of the Dragon in style.
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Dubai Festival City Mall dazzles with the Imagine laser show, enchanting visitors. Experience the magic of a Dancing Dragon performance and the immersive IMAGINE show until February 11.
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The iconic Chinese New Year Dragon Dance wows visitors at Dubai Festival City Mall.
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The Chinese New Year lights at Dubai Festival City Mall offer a unique aexperience for visitors.
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