Thousands visit extended Victoria Park lantern show for National Day
Visitors gathered at Victoria Park in Hong Kong on Thursday evening to see an extended lantern display during the National Day holiday.
Early arrivals avoid past crowds
Many people arrived at sunset on Thursday to escape the large groups that formed previously. Social media posts had warned about previous overcrowding at this International Lantern Spectacular. The event is organized by the Hong Kong Tourism Board.
Diverse crowd enjoys display
Hundreds of visitors were seen taking photos and walking around the park before the lights turned on. The crowd included local residents, tourists, and domestic helpers from various backgrounds. Some families planned to watch fireworks at the harbourfront later that night.
Event history noted
The show has attracted more than 500,000 visitors since it began in September. This year organizers extended the hours to accommodate the holiday rush. Attendance figures suggest strong public interest in the celebration.
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