CHINA-HONG KONG-GIANT RUBBER DUCKS (CN)

CHINA-HONG KONG-GIANT RUBBER DUCKS (CN)

(230609) -- HONG KONG, June 9, 2023 (Xinhua) -- A giant yellow rubber duck is seen at Victoria Harbor in Hong Kong, south China, June 9, 2023. A pair of giant rubber ducks captured the attention of Hongkongers on Friday as they floated in Victoria Harbor as part of a public art exhibition that aims to bring more joy to the city. The iconic yellow rubber duck made its first appearance in Hong Kong 10 years ago when the installation by Dutch artist Florentijn Hofman attracted enormous crowds at Victoria Harbor. As the duck comes back, it is bringing a friend this time. (Xinhua/Wang Shen)

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