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Dragon installation becomes hot tourist attraction in Beijing

CGTN

Visitors to the Shichahai scenic area in downtown Beijing take photos of the huge dragon installation on February 13, 2024. /CFP
Visitors to the Shichahai scenic area in downtown Beijing take photos of the huge dragon installation on February 13, 2024. /CFP

Visitors to the Shichahai scenic area in downtown Beijing take photos of the huge dragon installation on February 13, 2024. /CFP

A photo taken on February 13, 2024 shows a section of the 202.4-meter-long dragon installation at the Shichahai scenic area in downtown Beijing. /CFP
A photo taken on February 13, 2024 shows a section of the 202.4-meter-long dragon installation at the Shichahai scenic area in downtown Beijing. /CFP

A photo taken on February 13, 2024 shows a section of the 202.4-meter-long dragon installation at the Shichahai scenic area in downtown Beijing. /CFP

Visitors to the Shichahai scenic area in downtown Beijing take photos of the huge dragon installation on February 13, 2024. /CFP
Visitors to the Shichahai scenic area in downtown Beijing take photos of the huge dragon installation on February 13, 2024. /CFP

Visitors to the Shichahai scenic area in downtown Beijing take photos of the huge dragon installation on February 13, 2024. /CFP

Visitors to the Shichahai scenic area in downtown Beijing take photos of the huge dragon installation on February 13, 2024. /CFP
Visitors to the Shichahai scenic area in downtown Beijing take photos of the huge dragon installation on February 13, 2024. /CFP

Visitors to the Shichahai scenic area in downtown Beijing take photos of the huge dragon installation on February 13, 2024. /CFP

Combining traditional lantern-making techniques with modern lighting technology, this huge dragon-shaped installation, which simulates the scene of a flood dragon swimming out of the sea, has been attracting local residents and tourists since its unveiling in the Shichahai scenic area of downtown Beijing on February 9. With a total length of 202.4 meters, it represents good fortune and prosperity for people in the year 2024. It joins the thousands of lanterns and lights and a host of other holiday decorations throughout the city that add to the festive atmosphere.

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