| Asia is famous for many cultural and religious festivals. | | | | and Mauritius taking part. The top ten teams with the |
| Almost every country in the continent has its own | | | | highest scores from the preliminary rounds are |
| world-famous event which draws visitors from all over | | | | selected to compete for the grand prize at the finals. |
| the world to its shores. | | | | The audience also gets a chance to participate at the |
| The Genting World Lion Dance Championship is | | | | event; they can vote for their favourite teams. Another |
| Malaysia’s claim to fame when it comes to | | | | attraction for visitors will be the China Town Bazaar |
| festivals. This colourful, exciting and exhilarating event, | | | | held outside the competition venue during the |
| with a history spanning over 1500 years, is held once | | | | three-day event; visitors would find exquisite |
| every two years at the Arena Of Stars in Genting | | | | merchandise including Lion Dance-related merchandise |
| Highlands, which is known as Kuala Lumpur’s City | | | | and arts and crafts at the bazaar. |
| of Entertainment. | | | | Guests to the city of Kuala Lumpur can enjoy this |
| The three-day event was held for the eighth time in | | | | biennial festival, basing themselves at the charming |
| 2008 and the spectators witnessed many lion dance | | | | Citrus Hotel Kuala Lumpur. This modern hotel built in a |
| troupes from around the world vying for the ultimate | | | | contemporary style, provides room and suite |
| prize. | | | | accommodation to guests who want to enjoy a |
| The event is organised by the Selangor and FT | | | | refreshing and comfortable stay while having easy |
| Dragon and Lion Dance Association, and is endorsed | | | | access to the bustling metropolis. This discount hotel in |
| by the Ministry of Culture, Art and Heritage and is | | | | Kuala Lumpur provides services such as all day dining, |
| presented by the city of Genting. The event sees | | | | Wireless Internet access, keycard security, personal |
| teams from countries such as Japan, China, Vietnam, | | | | safe, gym and swimming pool to guests. |
| Thailand, Malaysia, Singapore, Indonesia, Australia, US | | | | |