02:12Dragon boat enthusiasts from around the world gathered in Hong Kong on Saturday for the city's iconic 'International Dragon Boat' competition.
According to media reports, more than 4,000 rowers from 160 teams participated, including participants from mainland China, Taiwan, and other international teams.
The races took place in Victoria Harbour, attracting a large audience eager to witness the thrilling races.
The event, which hadn't taken place in over four years due to anti-government protests and COVID-19, was organised by the Hong Kong tourism board and the Hong Kong China Dragon Boat Association.
The competition is part of the Hong Kong government's efforts to revive tourism and stimulate the economy after stringent border closures and travel restrictions were imposed in 2020 due to the pandemic.
Hong Kong: Thousands row in thrilling International Dragon Boat Competition as spectacle returns after COVID hiatus
Dragon boat enthusiasts from around the world gathered in Hong Kong on Saturday for the city's iconic 'International Dragon Boat' competition.
According to media reports, more than 4,000 rowers from 160 teams participated, including participants from mainland China, Taiwan, and other international teams.
The races took place in Victoria Harbour, attracting a large audience eager to witness the thrilling races.
The event, which hadn't taken place in over four years due to anti-government protests and COVID-19, was organised by the Hong Kong tourism board and the Hong Kong China Dragon Boat Association.
The competition is part of the Hong Kong government's efforts to revive tourism and stimulate the economy after stringent border closures and travel restrictions were imposed in 2020 due to the pandemic.
Dragon boat enthusiasts from around the world gathered in Hong Kong on Saturday for the city's iconic 'International Dragon Boat' competition.
According to media reports, more than 4,000 rowers from 160 teams participated, including participants from mainland China, Taiwan, and other international teams.
The races took place in Victoria Harbour, attracting a large audience eager to witness the thrilling races.
The event, which hadn't taken place in over four years due to anti-government protests and COVID-19, was organised by the Hong Kong tourism board and the Hong Kong China Dragon Boat Association.
The competition is part of the Hong Kong government's efforts to revive tourism and stimulate the economy after stringent border closures and travel restrictions were imposed in 2020 due to the pandemic.