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It isn’t just about nostalgia. It is a gentle reminder of what we have not lost, but perhaps forgotten: the beauty of gathering, the joy of slowing down, and the magic that emerges when we allow ourselves to be carried, even briefly, back to a simpler rhythm of life.
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I have a deeper understanding of the significance of Singapore’s multicultural integration. Different ethnic groups and cultures are presented side by side on the same street, respecting and appreciating each other. This is the most moving scenery in Singapore, and it is also a cultural and educational force that is worth passing on from generation to generation.
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Different ethnic groups present their best traditional celebrations … exciting lion and dragon dances and float drumming by the Chinese community groups, joget dance and silat, a Malay martial arts, by the Malay community and also Thaipusam drumming by the Indian community
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She used to attend the parades with her daughters who were part of the School of the Arts, located at one end of Orchard Road…. She often tried to attend despite the crowd as she enjoyed the electrifying atmosphere with the crowd cheering the performers, who had clearly put in a lot of time and effort.
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She remembers helping the children with the elaborate, colorful make-up…
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As the floats rolled past, strangers became friends, exchanging opinions on which floats they liked. It was like a village affair.
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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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