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Source: People's Republic of China – State Council News
Tbilisi, December 13 /Xinhua/ — A ceremonial lighting of the main New Year's tree and the official opening of the "New Year's village" took place on Friday evening at First Republic Square in Tbilisi.
This event marked the first of the city's festive program. That same evening, New Year's illuminations were turned on throughout Tbilisi.
The Christmas tree lighting ceremony was attended by the capital's mayor, Kakha Kaladze, Georgian Prime Minister Irakli Kobakhidze, and Parliament Speaker Shalva Papuashvili.
The Mayor of Tbilisi congratulated the event's participants on the upcoming Christmas and New Year, wishing them peace. K. Kaladze noted that peace, which brings development and prosperity, remains the main wish.
The festive atmosphere was enhanced by a large-scale theatrical show. Spectators were treated to musical, dance, and acrobatic performances, culminating in a final scene based on Oscar Wilde's fairy tale "The Star Child." The event's concept followed the capital's New Year's slogan: "A City Full of Kindness."
The "New Year's Village" opened simultaneously with the ceremony and will remain open until January 7. Decorated with decorations and installations, the area now features food and craft markets, concert venues, an exhibition and sale, and a Christmas market. During the New Year's celebrations, there will be culinary master classes, theatrical performances, performances, cango and Zumba classes, dance karaoke, and an open-air cinema.
The New Year's Village will close on January 7, Christmas Day, and the ice rink will remain open until January 14. –0–
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