Tens of thousands of spectators are lining both sides of Hong Kong’s Victoria Harbour ahead of the Lunar New Year fireworks display, with some gathering hours in advance to secure prime viewing spots.
But some visitors from mainland China said they planned to leave Hong Kong after the display ended on Wednesday evening, despite government efforts to boost spending.
According to the Observatory, the weather will become cloudier in the evening, but the cloud base will be relatively high, so viewing the fireworks should not be affected.
In Tsim Sha Tsui, thousands of people sat along the waterfront well ahead of the 8pm display to celebrate the Year of the Horse.
Shenzhen tourist Tommy Li, 48, and his family were among them.
“We have come here for three consecutive years to watch the fireworks,” he said, adding that he had come prepared with foldable stools.
