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As children, we were happy because after the Chingay procession, our father would bring us to eat and go window shopping. This helped pass the time, as the buses were always crowded once the procession ended…. We also needed to thank the cleaners, who would immediately start cleaning the surrounding area within a short time, before traffic on the road resumed.
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There are thousands of performers from all over the world. They use high technology such as LED costumes and props, digital backdrops and projections, making it a mega show.
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I still recall fondly that feeling – everything at home was spick and span, of having families around me and counting down to a new year. I miss it.
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Hot, sweaty, and jostled from all the pushing, we didn’t care. Every sound, every flash of light, and every swirl of colour made us feel as if we had stepped into a dream.
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Now, the Chingay parade has moved into neighbourhoods, making it easier for frail seniors to have a look. Last year, I managed to get tickets for my daughter and me to be there. My daughter’s wish was fulfilled.
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My wish finally came true many years later when I had the opportunity in 2025 as part of a dance group to participate in the event
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Intangible heritage is not only about preserving traditions, but about keeping them alive through people…. Chingay stands as a powerful symbol of cultural resilience, inclusivity and shared national identity
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