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Chinese New Year in Iloilo City

Chinese New Year Celebration in Iloilo City

Held during the First Full Moon of the year. Lighted paper lanterns of various shapes and sizes line on street corners in downtown area of the city. At night, Iloilo is alive and busting with merriment that features lavish and colorful fireworks display, Chinese cultural and variety shows and night bazaar where festive goods are on sale. Not to miss out is its most spectacular festivity, the lion and dragon dance performed to the beating of the gong and drums accompanied with acrobatic performances. The food festival that features a variety of culinary delights adds flavor to the festive spirit of every Ilonggos.

Let’s HANGOUT in Iloilo and join us in the colorful celebration of Chinese New Year!

Sources: Iloilocity.gov,  madlofa.wordpress.com