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Fashion Value Chain
3 days ago
- Entertainment
- Fashion Value Chain
Paddles Up: Race into Hong Kong's Dragon Boat Festival Join the Weeklong Festivities Against Victoria Harbour's Iconic Skyline
Hong Kong The boats are fierce, the drums are loud and the energy is electric – Hong Kong's Dragon Boat Festival is back in spectacular style, open for many Indian travellers planning their summer vacations in June! Each year, this high-adrenaline celebration draws elite paddlers from around the world, to compete in one of the city's most anticipated summer events. While races take place citywide, the spotlight will shine on the 2025 Sun Life Hong Kong International Dragon Boat Races, jointly organised by the Hong Kong Tourism Board (HKTB) and the Hong Kong China Dragon Boat Association, returning to Victoria Harbour from 7-8 June. The race will transform the Tsim Sha Tsui East Promenade into a festival hotspot each year. This year, over 190 teams from 12 countries and regions, including teams from Qatar and Egypt for the first time, will compete in high-energy races set against Hong Kong's iconic skyline, drawing cheering crowds of locals and visitors alike. The 9 Days and Nights of Festivities Against Victoria Harbour's Iconic Skyline To mark the start of Dragon Boat Festival and build up momentum ahead of the races, HKTB is hosting 9 days and nights of action-packed celebrations which started on May 31, 2025, along the photogenic Avenue of Stars. From 1pm to 10pm daily, visitors can look forward to festive foods, icy-cold beverages, summery sweets and photo opportunities galore with the dazzling harbour as a backdrop. The area will also include festive photo spots with displays of Ocean Park Hong Kong's adorable Panda Friends – the giant pandas An An, Ke Ke, Ying Ying, and Le Le, along with the adorable twin cubs Elder Sister and Little Brother. A special pop-up store will offer a selection of panda-themed merchandise. As the action peaks on 7-8 June, spectators can enjoy free entry and shaded viewing areas along the waterfront from Tsim Sha Tsui East to the Avenue of Stars. In Urban Council Centenary Garden, refreshing beers will be available at a lively Beer Garden set up to beat the summer heat and Cirque du Soleil performers will delight attendees with surprise appearances during the event. Find out more details of the event at the Hong Kong Tourism Boards event website. A Month of Tradition, Craft and Celebration The Dragon Boat Festival was inscribed by UNESCO on the Representative List of the Intangible Cultural Heritage (ICH) of Humanity. With its deep cultural roots, the Dragon Boat Festival aligns perfectly with inaugural Hong Kong ICH Month-a celebration in June that invites visitors to experience Hong Kong's cultural richness. Visitors can participate in highlight tours to explore the ICH-related traditional craftsmanship, such as bamboo steamer-making techniques, etc. Sign up for the tour at the Hong Kong International Airport Visitor Centre or Kowloon Visitor Centre starting 9 June, or visit the Hong Kong ICH Month 2025 website for more details. Whether youre drawn by the thrilling races, immersive festivals or deep-rooted traditions, June is the perfect time to experience Hong Kong. The city welcomes visitors with a packed calendar of events that honour the past while embracing the present. About Hong Kong Tourism Board (HKTB) The Hong Kong Tourism Board (HKTB) is a government-subvented body tasked to market and promote Hong Kong as a travel destination worldwide enhances visitors' experience once they arrive. These include making recommendations to the Government and other relevant bodies on the range and quality of visitor facilities. The HKTB's missions are to maximise the social and economic contribution made by tourism to the community of Hong Kong and to consolidate Hong Kong's position as a unique, world-class, and most desired destination.
Business Standard
4 days ago
- Entertainment
- Business Standard
Hong Kong's Brimming Culture Beckons Tourists To Delve Into Art, Carnival & Dance
NewsVoir Hong Kong, June 3: For culturally inclined travellers, Hong Kong provides plenty of opportunities to delve into the history and seek space in a unique cultural blend of old and new. So, don't limit your Hong Kong itinerary to just sightseeing, shopping, and street food hopping. There's certainly a lot more that it offers. From May 31-July 1, 2025, Hong Kong's Intangible Cultural Heritage (ICH) Office will host the inaugural 'Hong Kong ICH Month'. A month of carnivals, fun days, field trips, workshops, and seminar talks, which will be part of the 'ICH Around Town'. A time to immerse yourself in the city's rich cultural heritage, one activity at a time. Over 80 performances and 60 interactive booths during the festival will enthral crowds. Be it a tour in six handpicked districts or the "Genesis and Spirit: Intangible Cultural Heritage Exhibition on Jiangxi's Ganzhou Hakka Culture, there is so much to do and see. In line with the Chinese Culture Promotion Series, the ICH promotes Chinese history through its many programmes giving tourists and the public the chance to learn about the intriguing Chinese culture. The buzzing city of Hong Kong beckons you to wear your dancing shoes, your most festive attire and be part of the city's year-round vibrant festivities. There are world-class events and even seasonal celebrations in the mix. So, there's always something happening day in and day out in Hong Kong. Among the many unmissable events is the Sun Life Hong Kong International Dragon Boat Races happening from 7-8 June, 2025. Watch Victoria Harbour mystically transform into a space of cheer and celebrations as the adrenaline-fueled races return to the Tsim Sha Tsui East Promenade. For carnival goers, the Brazil Meets Hong Kong, from June 20 to 29, 2025, held at AIA Vitality Park in Central, celebrates Brazilian culture with much pomp and glory. Expect a 10-day celebration of the South American nation featuring samba, reggae and other activities. The first-ever Brazilian carnival in Hong Kong may soon become the city's annual event, blending the carnival fever with the city's multicultural set-up. Head over to Discover Hong Kong's calendar of cultural events, which you must bookmark to find so many options. But you shouldn't miss: Canton Modern: Art and Visual Culture, 1900s-1970s, from 28 June-5 Oct, 2025, a 200-works exhibition depicting the Cantonese art and visual culture; Happy Wednesday- Music Festival, from 4 June-16 July, 2025, where you can groove to the best beats from across the globe along with global bites; Dance x Drama 'Dance-to-know MULAN', from May 16-July 27, 2025, a dance drama of Chinese ethnic performances across dynasties. Hong Kong basks in its multicultural identity. It prides itself on being a destination where modern city life is embraced with the same fervour as ancient traditions are respected. The city offers a cultural landscape that is a melting pot of Cantonese customs, British colonial influences, and mainland Chinese elements. With the iconic dragon boat race, Intangible Cultural Heritage (ICH), the Brazilian Carnival and a slew of art exhibitions and dance dramas, Hong Kong is a cultural haven that welcomes tourists from all over the world. The events highlight the culture of the land through the glocal lens. These are unmissable and there is truly something for every traveller. Make your travel plans now! Curly Tales is India's leading food, travel and lifestyle platform founded by Kamiya Jani in 2016 after her decade-long experience as a finance, sports and lifestyle journalist and TV anchor. Curly Tales is a platform that offers content to inspire and inform viewers with a focus on celebrating food, travel and unique experiences across India and the globe. (ADVERTORIAL DISCLAIMER: The above press release has been provided by NewsVoir. ANI will not be responsible in any way for the content of the same)
Fashion Value Chain
4 days ago
- Entertainment
- Fashion Value Chain
Hong Kong's Brimming Culture Beckons Tourists To Delve Into Art, Carnival & Dance
Hong Kong For culturally inclined travellers, Hong Kong provides plenty of opportunities to delve into the history and seek space in a unique cultural blend of old and new. So, don't limit your Hong Kong itinerary to just sightseeing, shopping, and street food hopping. There's certainly a lot more that it offers. From May 31-July 1, 2025, Hong Kong's Intangible Cultural Heritage (ICH) Office will host the inaugural 'Hong Kong ICH Month'. Hong Kong's Intangible Cultural Heritage (ICH) Office will host the inaugural 'Hong Kong ICH Month' A month of carnivals, fun days, field trips, workshops, and seminar talks, which will be part of the 'ICH Around Town'. A time to immerse yourself in the city's rich cultural heritage, one activity at a time. Over 80 performances and 60 interactive booths during the festival will enthral crowds. Be it a tour in six handpicked districts or the 'Genesis and Spirit: Intangible Cultural Heritage Exhibition on Jiangxi's Ganzhou Hakka Culture, there is so much to do and see. In line with the Chinese Culture Promotion Series, the ICH promotes Chinese history through its many programmes giving tourists and the public the chance to learn about the intriguing Chinese culture. The buzzing city of Hong Kong beckons you to wear your dancing shoes, your most festive attire and be part of the city's year-round vibrant festivities. There are world-class events and even seasonal celebrations in the mix. So, there's always something happening day in and day out in Hong Kong. Among the many unmissable events is the Sun Life Hong Kong International Dragon Boat Races happening from 7-8 June, 2025. Watch Victoria Harbour mystically transform into a space of cheer and celebrations as the adrenaline-fueled races return to the Tsim Sha Tsui East Promenade. For carnival goers, the Brazil Meets Hong Kong, from June 20 to 29, 2025, held at AIA Vitality Park in Central, celebrates Brazilian culture with much pomp and glory. Expect a 10-day celebration of the South American nation featuring samba, reggae and other activities. The first-ever Brazilian carnival in Hong Kong may soon become the city's annual event, blending the carnival fever with the city's multicultural set-up. Head over to Discover Hong Kongs calendar of cultural events, which you must bookmark to find so many options. But you shouldn't miss: Canton Modern: Art and Visual Culture, 1900s-1970s, from 28 June-5 Oct, 2025, a 200-works exhibition depicting the Cantonese art and visual culture; Happy Wednesday- Music Festival, from 4 June-16 July, 2025, where you can groove to the best beats from across the globe along with global bites; Dance x Drama 'Dance-to-know MULAN', from May 16-July 27, 2025, a dance drama of Chinese ethnic performances across dynasties. Hong Kong basks in its multicultural identity. It prides itself on being a destination where modern city life is embraced with the same fervour as ancient traditions are respected. The city offers a cultural landscape that is a melting pot of Cantonese customs, British colonial influences, and mainland Chinese elements. With the iconic dragon boat race, Intangible Cultural Heritage (ICH), the Brazilian Carnival and a slew of art exhibitions and dance dramas, Hong Kong is a cultural haven that welcomes tourists from all over the world. The events highlight the culture of the land through the glocal lens. These are unmissable and there is truly something for every traveller. Make your travel plans now! About Curly Tales Curly Tales is India's leading food, travel and lifestyle platform founded by Kamiya Jani in 2016 after her decade-long experience as a finance, sports and lifestyle journalist and TV anchor. Curly Tales is a platform that offers content to inspire and inform viewers with a focus on celebrating food, travel and unique experiences across India and the globe.
Yemen Online
16-05-2025
- Business
- Yemen Online
Yemeni coffee nominated for UNESCO heritage status
Non-profit organisation Qima Foundation has led the charge in an effort to gain UNESCO Intangible Cultural Heritage Status for Yemeni coffee. The Foundation, sister organisation of social enterprise Qima Coffee, says the move is a 'landmark step for the global coffee industry'. The nomination was formally submitted by Yemen's Permanent Delegate to UNESCO Dr Mohammed Jumeh, and was developed by Qima Foundation alongside the country's Ministry of Information, Culture and Tourism, and the Ministry of Agriculture and Irrigation. 'This is a historic moment for Yemen and for the coffee world. For centuries, Yemeni coffee has been a pillar of global coffee culture, and this nomination is a powerful recognition of the farmers and communities who have carried this legacy forward,' says Faris Sheibani, Founder and Trustee of Qima Foundation. 'We are honoured to have led this effort and to help safeguard one of the most significant cultural heritages in coffee.' The submission details the rich cultural traditions, indigenous knowledge, and ancient agricultural practices of Yemen's coffee heritage. It also covers the extensive research undertaken by Qima Foundation. 'This nomination is a milestone on the path towards international recognition of Yemeni coffee as both a cultural and economic symbol,' says Dr Jumeh. 'It is an inheritance that stretches back centuries, with Yemen's historic ports, especially Mocha, serving as the original gateway for coffee to reach the world.' This is the first time Yemeni coffee has been nominated for UNESCO heritage status. As of December 2024, UNESCO's Intangible Cultural Heritage list fetures 788 cultural practices in 150 countries.
South China Morning Post
16-05-2025
- Entertainment
- South China Morning Post
Actress Song Ji-hyo says ‘My mental strength broke down' making free diver documentary
Actress Song Ji-hyo takes on the challenge of becoming a haenyeo, a woman free diver who harvests seafood, on South Korea's Jeju Island in the JTBC-BBC joint documentary series Deep Dive Korea: Song Ji-hyo's Haenyeo Adventure. Advertisement In the three-part documentary, Song – best known for her appearance in Korea's longest-running variety show, Running Man – free dives alongside the veteran female divers with whom she shares a unique bond. Jeju's haenyeo culture, with a history dating back at least 400 years , was recognised for its unique cultural value and was listed as part of Unesco's Intangible Cultural Heritage of Humanity in 2016. They are women who, even into their eighties, dive as deep as 20 metres (66 feet) without oxygen masks or modern equipment to collect shellfish to support both their families and their way of life. Recently, the Netflix series When Life Gives You Tangerines featured the story of the haenyeo, drawing significant public interest. The actress, whose aunt was a haenyeo, recalled the moment she received the project proposal. 'I immediately felt like it was meant for me. I wanted to do it so much that I hoped no one else would take it if I couldn't,' she said this week. Advertisement 'Even though I've been on Running Man for over 10 years, I wasn't finding much joy in the set, in acting or in my own life. I started to question whether I should keep acting in the same routine.
