An all-day event in Lanarkshire to celebrate culture and diversity has been hailed as a "huge success". Hamilton town centre was awash with colour on Saturday as locals turned out in their droves for the Mela celebration.
The first of three summer family fun days to take place on Quarry Street was packed with entertainment and activities for people young and old to enjoy.The Lanarkshire Live app is available to download now.
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Crowds enjoyed musical and dancing displays from local groups, and the streets were lined with a delicious array of food and drink markets with over 40 vendors taking part.The Mela event is a community celebration of culture, difference and diversity featuring performances with a multi-cultural twist that brings entertainment and vibrancy to the town.
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