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Huge parade celebrates 10th anniversary of HK´s return

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Source: CCTV.com | 07-02-2007 09:05

Special Report:   HK 10 Years

Students carry Chinese (front) and Hong Kong flags during a parade in Hong Kong July 1, the day marking the 10th anniversary of Hong Kong''s handover to China. [Reuters]

A huge anniversary parade was held in Hong Kong on Sunday. The turn-out was one of the largest gatherings in the S.A.R. over the past few decades.

Dragon dances, Peking opera figures and western style performances all had their place, proclaiming Hong Kong's special status as a cultural juncture of the east and west.

Participants of the 10th anniversary of Hong Kong''s return to China parade with the Chinese flag in town in Hong Kong July 1, 2007. [Reuters]

HongKonger said, "To mark the anniversary is a delightful thing for us. I would remain in the parade even if it rains cats and dogs."