Friday, January 28, 2011

Barongsai

The Barongsai, or Lion Dances performed to celebrate the Chinese New Year, were outlawed in Indonesia until 2000 (in recent years certain regions have begun banning them again.). The Barongsai dragon is said to frighten away demons and misfortune while bringing luck and prosperity to all who make an offering.

My kids said, "Oh, Miss, you're going to love it!" And they were right, of course. You can watch the video here if you like. 

Gōng xǐ fā cá!

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