The “lion guide” prepares both the lion — and the dragon — before the start of the Chinese lunar New Year parade in Davao city’s Chinatown. (davaotoday.com photo by Jonald Mahinay)
Complete with streamers and red t-shirts Chinese Filipinos in Davao Chinatown gamely join the parade. (davaotoday.com photo by Jonald Mahinay)
According to Chinese folklore, the dragon is a benevolent creature associated with wisdom and long life. (davaotoday.com photo by Jonald Mahinay)
