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Last night for Auckland Lantern Festival

Author
Corazon Miller ,
Publish Date
Tue, 2 Jun 2015, 6:08pm
Albert Park lit up for the Auckland Lantern Festival (Getty Images)
Albert Park lit up for the Auckland Lantern Festival (Getty Images)

Last night for Auckland Lantern Festival

Author
Corazon Miller ,
Publish Date
Tue, 2 Jun 2015, 6:08pm

It's the last night for Aucklanders to catch a glimpse of the Chinese lantern display while enjoying some delicious fare and cultural entertainment in Albert Park.  

The lantern collection hosts a number of elaborate lanterns, including a five-metre long great wall of China replica complete with a camel and a lantern seller with small children.

Asia New Zealand Foundation's director of culture and one of the event organisers, Jennifer King, says it's a fun way for Aucklanders to ring in the Chinese New Year.

"Everyone who comes through we see what a great time they're having, but it's just been amazing so we're very lucky."

Jennifer King says the sunny weather has given the festival a rather laid-back feel - even with the huge crowds.

"It's actually been really pleasant and buzzy, I've really enjoyed it."

The festival finale features a fireworks display at 10:30 this evening.

Event organisers say this means people should be able to get a glimpse of the display from many vantage points in the city.

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