Over 145,000 Visitors Join Activities at Global Village for New Year 2011

The spectacular array of activities including art shows, dance performances at individual pavilions and dedicated cultural events continued to attract a large number of visitors to Global Village right from 4.00pm on the New Year’s Eve.

The parking area which accommodates 16,000 vehicles filled up in the early hours of the afternoon, requiring an intensified presence of traffic police to regulate the movement of vehicles and pedestrians towards the Global village.

The 111-day new season at the Global Village that opened its 15th season on 10 November 2010 will run until 29 February 2011. It is featuring 28 pavilions from over 45 countries, showcasing a colourful array of heritage and handicrafts.