Slept in a little, and then slept in a lot. Finally got going about 11:00 am.

I noticed that a temple down the street has been a little more decorated every time I walked by. It was time to go see what’s going on. Well, lots of cleaning. The tile floor was shiny, and no cobwebs anywhere. It’s clear that even the older, non-tourist temples are getting ready for new years.

I saw evidence of getting ready for dragon dances and parade stuff. They were ready for lots of visitors. The building also serves as a meeting hall for a carpenters union. Nice to see that the historic significance isnt lost on anyone.

My other big thing today was a visit to another clan hall. This one did a better job explaining what the clans were  (and are) and just how important they were to the area’s development. These days the clans arent really any different: they still represent their members in politics and business,  run the clan’s real estate empire  (and it is an empire), and give educational scholarships to local youth. Kinda like a Malaysian mafia without as much murder, but with scholarships. No shit.

After that I just drifted along looking and snacking until 3:00 and a nap was needed. 

Dinner was Indian again. I cannot get enough of it.

Ill try to be more ambitious tomorrow. Maybe see some nature or something.

Goodnight 

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