"Year of the Tiger"

A few pictures from Chinese New Years! Every Chinese Parade needs a DRAGON!













Great "faces" in the crowd........







China Town Shops





Temple in China Town







Let's eat!







On the way to the parade I passed this temple with Donald Duck in front of the Temple - Who knew Donald was a Buddhist???!!! Also passed great "flowers gone wild" on street corner!


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rondogpike said…
Ken,
Once again great photos and commentary.
Thank you for sharing.
-Bob-
March 8, 2010 at 5:26 AM
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