Tiger in Penang, Chinese New Year Celebration.

Last weekend we took time off our daily chores and went walking around the Penang state Chinese New Year celebration to usher in the Year of the Tiger. we decided to attend this years’ festivities after a one year absent. From what we saw, it seems that the exhibition of traditional and clan cultures has dwindle slightly due to the lower budget available from the private sector, but the food stalls has increased in numbers and prices were not to expensive. I guess may be due o the increase competition?!

During our walk through of the enclave, we managed to get some good shots that we would like share with those who might have missed this event.

Old Trades That Need Support

Sweets of Yesteryears

Old Time Favorites

Traditional Games

The People and Festivities

We didn’t stay for the fireworks as it would be very taxing on us because we were on location since 4pm or so. security was tight and the atmosphere was fun but weather was hot and humid plus the place was jam pack with visitors from local and abroad.