An amusing character in Chinatown

In the blink of an eye, it's almost the Lunar New Year again. Just a few more weeks, we will be ushering in the year of the Pig and exit that of the Dog. Street decorations were up along South Bridge Road and New Bridge road, though not lighted yet. Some stalls were already selling traditional items and tidbits. I like the run up to the Lunar New Year when the streets are less crowded. This photo was taken last week and the visitors were greeted by Mr Piggy, a character from the Chinese classic story " Journey to the West". Quite authentic, with his trusty cudgel, pork belly and traditional costume. Many requested to pose for a photo with him and he obliged :)

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