These are pictures of what Chinatown looks like during Chinese New Year.The streets were so crowded that even the Lions were stuck in traffic. Hehehe.. Tikoy (sticky rice cake that symbolizes unity), a staple every Chinese New Year has undergone many changes. From the plain white[...]
The schedule of events were as follows:3:30 P.M. - Parade of Floats - Assembly in front of Post Office6:00 P.M. - Chinese Filipino Cultural Show8:00 P.M. - Fireworks The crowd in Plaza Lorenzo Ruiz gathered earlier than usual for the 5th day of the Chinese New Year celebration.[...]
Just before 12nn, Philam Life Insurance brought out their surprise for the Chinese New Year The 1,000 feet Dragon. (I found out that this was an attempt to break the Guiness record for the longest dragon dance)It was about twice as long as Quintin Peredes St. And shooting this[...]
It was a festive atmosphere here in Binondo this morning. People were in red shirts, the chinese restaurants were packed, stores, market places & groceries selling Tikoy, fruits and lucky charms opened earlier than usual and were busier than usual. Drums ang chang-chang can[...]
Day 4 featured the Little Mr. & Ms. Chinatown Contest. Kids in their cute costumes showed off their singing, dancing and declamation skills that night followed by a fashion show sponsored by Robby Rabbit.Backstage[...]
Day 3, Valentines Day featured the Mandarin Love Song Competition.The contestants were from the Chinese schools in the district.This is how it looks every night in Plaza San Lorenzo Ruiz.[...]
Day 2 of the Chinese New Year celebration featured Interpretative Chinese Modern Dance Competition by various schools in the distric[...]
