Living in harmony between various ethnic groups allows other countries to learn from each other, tolerate each other, and create happiness together regardless of the diversity of races.
The Parade is a celebration for everyone, whether you are an adult or a child.
In fact, when we all come together to celebrate this cultural event, we can further enhance our bonding and strengthen cohesion.
Looking back at the start of the small parade in 1973, I thought it was great and attractive.
Time flies, and today’s Chingay, still colorful with wonderful song and dance performances, costumes of different races, coupled with the combination of technological light and shadow, are dizzying. It is visually stunning and truly a feast for the eyes.
This multicultural Chingay parade in Singapore is a breakthrough if it can be successfully nominated for the Intangible Cultural Heritage of the United Nations Cultural and Educational Organization, and let people from all corners of the world know about this cultural identity. It comprises of the wonderful features of the art display of Chinese, Malay, Indian, Eurasian mixed-race and other costumes and masks.
Living in harmony between various ethnic groups allows other countries to learn from each other, tolerate each other, and create happiness together regardless of the diversity of races.
We look forward to another colorful and joyful Chingay filled with music and lights during this year’s Lunar New Year!
Author: Lua Bee Geok