Chingay parade lifts cultural heritage with pride


GEORGE TOWN: From women in stunning kebaya to dances about mythical one-horn beasts, the Chingay parade dazzled spectators with its vibrant performances which reflected the region’s cultural heritage.

The 42 participating teams featured, among others, a fleet of trishaws carrying women in kebaya to showcase the recognition of the costume in Unesco’s list of Intangible Cultural Heritage.

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