Tourism | ‘Treasure hunt’ themed parade hits city next month

This year’s “Parade through Macau, Latin City” on December 6 will follow a “treasure hunt” theme with its route divided into three secret areas, according to the Cultural Affairs Bureau, who are organizing the event. Each secret area will feature decorations and creative characters designed by the three young local illustrators: Eric Fok Hoi Seng, Un Chi Wai and Lam Ieong Kun.
The secret area created by Eric Fok Hoi Seng is entitled “Party Gathering”, and is inspired by the belief that an earthly paradise was hidden on the other side of the ocean. The artist has used fine point pens to recreate ancient European maps featuring additional contemporary elements. His area will be displayed at the Ruins of St. Paul’s.
Meanwhile, Un Chi Wai is presenting “Mysterious Energy”, which, starting from Rua de S. Paulo and heading to Rue de Sanches de Miranda, will embody the theme of love. Lam Ieong Kun has created a series of eccentric bacteria in an array of colors, shapes and positions, which will be displayed between Calçada da Igreja de S. Lázaro and Tap Seac Square.
In total the treasure hunt comprises more than 50 local and foreign performing groups and around 1,500 participants. The performances will include Cantonese opera, mime, theatre, magic, music, martial arts, folk and oriental dances. In addition, a number of foreign groups will be featured, including performers from France, Portugal, and the Caribbean.
The parade is being held as a celebration of the 16th anniversary of Macau’s handover to China.