The 25th anniversary of Hong Kong’s return to the motherland Close-up The festive atmosphere permeated the streets of Hong Kong.

On June 16th, in Lidong Street, Hong Kong, the regional flags of National Flag of the People’s Republic of China and Hong Kong Special Administrative Region fluttered in the wind. Xinhua News Agency reporter Li Gangshe

　　Xinhua News Agency, Hong Kong, June 26 (Reporter Wei Hua) There are still a few days to go before the 25th anniversary of Hong Kong’s return to the motherland, and a festive atmosphere has permeated the streets of Hong Kong. On Hong Kong Island, Kowloon and the New Territories, large and small celebration banners and posters dot the streets. At night, bundles of colorful lights illuminate the dark sky of the city.

　　"Celebrate the 25th anniversary of Hong Kong’s return to the motherland", "Celebrate the return of Hong Kong with one heart and create the future with peers" and "forge ahead for 25 years and join hands to embark on a new journey" … … No matter on the external walls of high-rise buildings, or on the lampposts on both sides of roads, or on the body of tinkling cars driving leisurely, a series of celebration slogans come into view, and a red flag is particularly bright against the blue sky and white clouds.

　　As night falls, strolling along the Avenue of Stars by the sea, we can see the poster light show performed by the skyscrapers, which makes the Victoria Harbour, which is already brightly lit, more colorful. Bundles of lights shoot into the sky, dancing with the rhythm of music, and complement each other with the continuous light belt. The lights are projected onto the water, and the Victoria Harbour seems to be covered with a colorful coat.

This is a lantern shot in Tsuen Wan, Hong Kong on June 25th. Xinhua News Agency reporter Binghui Lu photo

　　Lidong Street is a pedestrian street located in Wan Chai, Hong Kong Island. The 200-meter-long street gathers many shops such as restaurants, teahouses and hand-run shops. With the approach of the anniversary of the reunification, red has become the main color of Lidong Street. The flag array composed of national flags and regional flags hangs high in the atrium, swaying gently with the wind, and the scene is spectacular, attracting passers-by to stop and watch.

　　Li Wenlong, the contact person of various associations in Wan Chai District, told reporters that the idea of building a "flag sea" in Lidong Street has long existed, and this plan has also been strongly supported by merchants. In addition, they will also light up special lighting to show Hong Kong’s multiculturalism near Wan Chai Waterfront Park and Victoria Park to welcome the anniversary of the reunification with the public.

On June 23rd, a sailboat hung a banner to celebrate the 25th anniversary of Hong Kong’s return to the motherland and sailed in Victoria Harbour. Xinhua News Agency reporter Binghui Lu photo

　　A red sailboat "docked" at a lawn in front of the North Point Meeting. This sailboat is about 7.5 meters long, and the words "Celebrating the 25th anniversary of Hong Kong’s return to the motherland" are printed on three red sails.

　　Li Shaorong, secretary-general of the Hong Kong Eastern District Association, said: "The Hong Kong SAR has been established for 25 years, and this year is a new starting point. It is a blessing for us to build a sailboat and hope that Hong Kong will get better and better in the future. "

　　In yuen long merchants association secondary school, more than 250 teachers and students from 25 schools are creating large-scale murals. According to Lin Bizhu, vice chairman of the Yuen Long Literature and Art Association, the mural, which is more than 30 meters long, was created by teachers, students and volunteers at school and will be opened to the public on the 28th.

　　It is reported that this mural will depict the dream home in the author’s mind from many aspects, such as the feelings of home country, the characteristics of Hong Kong, the people’s Qi Xin’s anti-epidemic and people’s livelihood, so that the people can feel the feelings of the community and celebrate the 25th anniversary of Hong Kong’s return to the motherland.