?An artist from the China Cultural Center in Wellington performs Guzheng music for residents in Wellington's Central Park, New Zealand, Feb.13, 2021. The community celebration of the Chinese New Year was held in Wellington's Central Park, with Chinese music, traditions and blessings. (Photo by Zhang Jianyong/Xinhua)
WELLINGTON, Feb. 13 (Xinhua) -- The community celebration of the Chinese New Year was held in Wellington's Central Park, with Chinese music, traditions and blessings.
Calligraphers from a Chinese cultural group Ya Feng wrote Spring couplets for Wellington residents, accompanied by Guzheng music performed by an artist from the China Cultural Centre in Wellington.
The Yangko Dance, a popular folk dance, heated up the summer day with its lively gestures and invigorating rhythms.
"We are now in the Year of the Ox. In Chinese culture, the ox represents persistence, strength, and patience. These are values we all appreciate, especially with the challenging times in the past 2020," said Mayor of Wellington Andy Foster.
"Wellington city council are grateful for the contributions made by the China Cultural Centre and all the Chinese people in our community. I hope everyone has a happy Chinese New Year," said Angelique Jackson, city housing manager of the Wellington City Council. Enditem