January 27th, 2013 
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2013 is the Year of the Snake. The use of animals to mark the 12 components of the Lunar New Year Cycle is a long-held tradition in China. Frequently used as the theme for Chinese arts and crafts since ancient times, the 12 Chinese zodiac animals have profound significance in Chinese folk handicrafts.
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Tags: Fauna, Hongkong, Lunar year 2013, Lunar year stamps, year of the snake 
No Comments » July 28th, 2012 srmodh 1,704 views
Hongkong Post issued a set of four stamps in celebration of the spectacular event the XXX Olympiad Games London 2012. This is the sixth set of stamps issued by Hongkong Post to commemorate the Olympic Games. The Olympic Games originated in ancient Greece, where athletes would gather to compete in various sports for glory.
May 31st, 2012 srmodh 945 views
A predominantly Chinese community, Hong Kong maintains many of the customs of traditional Chinese festivals. Hongkong Post issues “Hong Kong Festivals” special stamps to present five traditional festivals and the way people celebrate them, highlighting the distinctive culture and social customs of our city. Tin Hau Festival ($1.40) – Tin Hau Festival falls on the [...]
January 25th, 2012 srmodh 1,820 views
The use of animals to mark the 12 components of the Lunar New Year cycle originates from the Chinese Lunar Calendar, dating back more than 2,000 years. The 12 symbolic animals are Rat, Ox, Tiger, Rabbit, Dragon, Snake, Horse, Ram, Monkey, Rooster, Dog and Pig. Traditionally, each lunar year is named after an animal. This, [...]
December 9th, 2011 srmodh 1,087 viewsHong Kong enjoys a vast cultural landscape, boasting museums of various kinds with a rich array of magnificent exhibits. Hongkong Post issued its first set of “Hong Kong Museums Collection” special stamps in 2009, with the theme of Chinese calligraphy and painting. The second set on Hong Kong’s culture and history is now released to [...]
November 30th, 2011 srmodh 1,001 viewsHandicraft is the art of creating decorative and utility items completely by hand or with simple tools. The emphasis is on craftsmanship. The cultural significance of handicraft is the preservation of heritage and traditional techniques. Hongkong Post and Romfilatelia jointly issue a set of two stamps on handicrafts to showcase masterpieces from the two places, [...]
September 4th, 2011 srmodh 1,699 viewsThe first post office in Hong Kong was opened on 25 August 1841, heralding the beginning of the local postal service. In response to subsequent socio-economic developments, our postal service has moved with the times, ever expanding and innovating to meet public demand. The year 2011 marks the 170th anniversary of postal services in Hong [...]
January 21st, 2011 srmodh 1,961 viewsThis is the twelfth Lunar New Year special stamp issue in the third series released by Hongkong Post. The first and second sets of special stamps for the Year of the Rabbit were issued in 1975 and 1987 respectively. Lunar New Year is the most important Chinese festivity that follows a 12-year Chinese Zodiac cycle.
October 29th, 2010 srmodh 2,387 viewsHongkong post issued a special stamps featuring the winning pieces of the Children Stamp Design Competition 2009 – Hong Kong in my Eyes organised by Hongkong Post.
July 14th, 2010 srmodh 1,583 viewsThe United Nations declared 2010 the International Year of Biodiversity to promote the awareness of ecological balance. In response to this meaningful endeavour, Hongkong Post dedicates this edition to living creatures inhabiting Hong Kong with a set of 4 stamps displaying images of species endemic to Hong Kong.
Australia is hosting an International Stamp Exhibition, AUSTRALIA 2013 in Melbourne, from 10 - 15 May 2013 at the Exhibition Buildings, Carlton, Melbourne.
Thailand will host THAILAND 2013 - World Stamp Exhibition from 2 to14 August, on the 130th anniversary of the Thailand’s postal service.
