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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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The beauty of the Chingay Parade lies not only in its spectacle or visual grandeur, but in a beauty born of mutual respect and inclusivity—being different, yet moving forward together… I was already part of this multicultural tapestry. Because I was watching, understanding, and embracing it.
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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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Chingay also encouraged people of multiculturalism, and even from different regions to come together and to work together. It’s very touching to see when all efforts paid off .
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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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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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The most exciting moment was when Hong Kong superstar Jackie Chan stood on a float, waving and greeting the excited crowds, receiving rounds of applause!
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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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Through this Chingay Parade, I deeply appreciate the infectious and unifying power of art in public spaces. Chingay is not merely an external form of beauty, but also a way of cultural expression and emotional transmission…This experience also made me realize the important value of art activities in enriching the public’s spiritual life and improving aesthetic literacy.
