00:06The historic esplanade waterfront in Georgetown came alive as thousands gathered for Penang's
00:11state-level Jap Gomei celebration on Tuesday to mark the grand finale of the Chinese New Year festivities.
00:17Jap Gomei, meaning the 15th night in Hokkien, falls on the 15th day of the first lunar month
00:23and signifies the end of the festive season. The celebration featured a colorful procession
00:29of themed floats and a specially decorated bus by members of the state Chinese Penang Association.
00:35Inspired by the traditional dondang sayang, the procession paid tribute to Penang's
00:40Perahnakan heritage, while contestants from the Ratu Kebaya pageant also appeared in vibrant
00:45traditional attire. The highlight of the evening was the orange-tossing ritual at the seafront.
00:51Traditionally associated with unmarried individuals seeking a life partner, it is now widely embraced
00:56as a gesture of good luck and fresh beginnings.
00:59This year, I hope this year, I hope this year, and I hope this year, and I hope this year
01:04and I hope this year.
01:06Happy Jap Gomei!
01:08Among the visitors was a group of colleagues who picnicked and broke fast together while enjoying
01:13the festivities.
01:38Organized by the Penang State Government, the event showcased a vibrant mix of culture and
01:42tradition through a packed program of performances and activities, ending with a dazzling fireworks
01:48display that lit up the night sky.
02:01Penang Tourism and Creative Economy Committee Chairman Wang Hon Wai said the celebration carried
02:06added significance following the Esplanade Seafront Promenade and Sea Wall's win at the
02:112025 UNESCO Asia-Pacific Awards for Cultural Heritage Conservation.
02:16He added that ongoing efforts to preserve heritage, expand air connectivity, and improve airport facilities
02:22reflect Penang's commitment to strengthening the tourism sector.
02:26Anything that we do with Man 6 years ago, really, in the city of the May-Sie, but you will
02:44see us as more and more.
02:46See you coming back in the evening.
02:48This year is familiar.
02:48Let us know that.
02:48Let us know.
02:49Let us know.
02:50We are not sure.
02:53Let us know that.
02:55We are not sure.
02:55We are not sure.
02:55Let us know that.
02:55You
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