I missed all the previous events and decided not to regret missing it again this year. So I, being a heritage-lover suggest that we have a family bonding session and attend the celebration together. The event was from 3pm till midnight but we only reach there at 6pm, which was perfect timing because that was when they officially launch the event.
Many roads were closed for the event (imagine how grand it is). There are so many things to see that words cannot really describe. In short, it is a totally different experience to be there in person compared to getting a second hand narration. A picture paints a thousand words, so let my snapshots tell the story.
My family parked our car about two streets away and walked to the venue. On the way, we spotted :
My grand parents favourite dating spot.
A random building which caught my attention. Unique colour.After walking for about 15 minutes, finally we are there
Heading towards the arch. 
The arch, just like a time machine. Once you pass it, it's welcome to olden China.
The arch is made of styrofoam.Intricate details on the arch
The main stage........and a peep at what is happening back stage
Must have during Chinese new year - lanterns
The crowd !Forgot what is the name of this clan house. So I shall just call it clan house number 1.
The temple inside clan house no. 1
This is the section to arts and craft of olden China
The 12 chinese animal zodiacCheah Kongsi. The association for people with the surname 'Cheah'
Design your own tote bag
Candies
Make a wish
Lets check out what a typical house in good old China looks like :
The back door
The living room
The kitchen
The bedroom
This is what a class room looks like in the olden days
Outside the house, there was a make-shift stage. The public dance to the rendition of olden hits
'Old Penang' corner
Hotels from all over Penang gathers to show off their culinary skills
Chinese musical instruments
You can learn how to make handicrafts here
The 'Chinese festivals' street
The crowd busy solving the riddles written on the lanterns
The baba and nyonya strutting their stuff
Mor Hun Club
Yap Kongsi. The association for people with the surname 'Yap'
Another section of the event (can't remember the details though)
Tzu Chi corner
Daughters and sons are given an opportunity to serve their parents tea. An effort by Tzu Chi to promote filial piety.
The 88 drums
Another clan house
Outside the clan house
Very beautifully done paper cuttings
Fuh!....finally done with this super long entry. Lets head back to the new millennium.
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