One event we found really interesting was the funeral procession. In Chinatown, the procession is led by a small marching band. Then, there is a convertible with a large photo of the deceased followed by the hearse. The funeral procession goes through the area and often stops at the deceased's house to stop and play one song and move on. I found this video that shows an example and explanation of a funeral procession. (I think you'll have to watch a 15 second commercial first.)
Used with permission from Jimmie at Jimmie's Collage
A place we found interesting was the Chinese pharmacy. I'd actually read about these on Jimmie's Collage. The Chinese pharmacy has hundreds of little drawers filled with potential medicines - herbs, roots, etc. To fill a prescription, the pharmacy finds the ingredients they need, measure and weigh them, then boils them together to make a bitter liquid medicine.
We're excited about our trip and can't wait to visit Chinatown! And, we have a lot more reading to do!
2 comments:
It all sounds cool and I can't wait to see what you guys do.
Are you still doing ok? No sickness?
I've wanted to visit Chinatown for a long time. Take lots of pics!!!
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