Source: CCTV.com

01-20-2008 13:20

Special Report:   2008 Spring Festival
Special Report:   British PM visits China

The Chinese new year is on the way and the festive atmosphere is not restricted to China. A big party is planned for London. It will be the largest celebration in any city outside Asia.

A big party is planned for London. It will be the largest celebration in any city outside Asia.

Mark Prescott is in charge of London's Chinese New Year celebration and says they will try to make as many Londoners as possible aware there is an important Chinese festival happening. He says the world is seeing the rise of Chinese culture.

The celebration will last for two months and covers a wide range of activities including exhibitions, performances and seminars.

 

Editor:Zhang Ning