The Usera neighborhood in Madrid was crowded with people during the celebration of the Chinese New Year. The Delegate of Culture, Tourism and Sports of the City Council, Marta Rivera de la Cruz, participated by holding a banner from the Union of Chinese Associations in Spain. The festival attracted numerous spectators who enjoyed the parade, and the balconies were eagerly contested as prime seats to observe the event.
The parade started at the intersection of Marcelo Usera and Manuel Muñoz street, but the lively atmosphere and the fanfare had taken over the streets much earlier. The event also commemorated the restoration of diplomatic relations between Beijing and Madrid, demonstrating the compatibility between cultures. The parade went along Marcelo Usera street to Rafaela Ybarra Avenue, where Chinese traditions merged with elements from other cultures present in the neighborhood.
The event involved approximately 1,300 participants, including both the Chinese community and other ethnic groups in the area. The mass celebration was experienced with respect and joy, highlighting the colors and diversity of the cultural manifestation. The police presence ensured the safety of the parade, which has been gaining prestige over the years.
The festival included floats, performances, and traditional dances, as well as the active participation of children who contributed with handmade costumes. Music and dance filled the streets, while the festive atmosphere extended throughout the day in the Usera neighborhood. The closing of the parade featured a performance by the famous DJ Yang, and the celebrations will continue throughout the month in the district.
The Chinese New Year has managed to attract the attention of the Chinese community, as well as locals and tourists, becoming a prominent event in the city. The symbolism associated with the Year of the Dragon was vibrantly displayed during the parade, which culminated in a touching scene of a child enjoying the event in the arms of his father. The celebration will continue to enliven the streets of Madrid with joy and cultural diversity that characterize it.
