Each year on a date determined by the lunar calendar, the dragon boat races are held. The event forms part of the 2000 year-old Tuen Ng festival. May 28 was the date in 2009 and it was a public holiday (our offices were closed). Over 200 teams competed at Stanley Beach -- there were several other venues in Hong Kong as well. The local competitors live in Hong Kong, but often join a team from their home country, workplace, club, etc. After the locals have raced, it becomes an international open!
Sis. Arnold! I am loving your blog - it will be so great to get to see what you two are doing in Hong Kong. Looks like you've seen some neat things and had some great experiences already!!
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Janelle Guymon