Post by The Hong Kong Jockey Club

[Jockey Club supports century-old Tai O Dragon Boat Water Parade] The annual Tai O Dragon Boat Water Parade took place on 19 June, attracting hundreds of visitors and residents to celebrate one of the city’s unique traditions. Originating more than a century ago as a way to ward off plague and purify the community, the Water Parade is inscribed on the third National List of Intangible Cultural Heritage (ICH). The Hong Kong Jockey Club Charities Trust has supported it since 2012, helping to preserve and promote a cherished local tradition. This year’s event brought together over 320 dragon boat paddlers and 160 volunteers and attracted hundreds of visitors. In addition to the Water Parade, educational activities helped deepen public understanding of its heritage and encourage younger generations to participate. 🔗 Explore more: https://lnkd.in/gJ-tFjGr #HKJC #HKJCCharitiesTrust