Down the Street

Went to Chinatown earlier today (Saturday). Haven't been there for while and am not that keen to go there also coz it's usually very crowded. People usually flock there to buy...umm... well, chinese stuff (8D) and it's a very popular tourist attraction if you're on a look-out for designer goods/DVDs at very cheap prices (read: imitation stuff). Didn't spend much time there as it was VERY hot, so i quickly grabbed what i needed and left.

Terry, i thought of you so here's a few shots i managed to grab before i scurried away. ;P

The coffee-shop where i had breakfast. Typical old fashion style place where the tables are usually antique looking with marble tops and ceiling fan will be creaking away while the cobwebs flutter in the corners. Truly an experience!








Saw this fella making himself comfortable on the shelf behind the cashier. :)





Lady selling roast & BBQ pork just outside the coffee-shop. Real yummy. Bought some from her earlier. The roast is usually from the belly of the pig, seasoned with salt and then roasted till the skin is crispy. The BBQ pork is slightly darker in colour and has a sweet caramelised flavour.






The wet market nearby where you can buy fresh meat from the butcher. None of the fancy pre-packed stuff you see in supermarkets. Here, they'll pack when you order. Usually cheaper in price but you'll need a nose peg to walk through this. 8P




A view of the street. It's still early so most shops aren't open yet but the crowds are already there.The later it gets, the more congested it becomes.






The sign "DILARANG MENJUAL PRODUK CETAK ROMPAK" actually means "Sale of imitation goods is prohibited". But as you can see, it serves no purpose as the store right underneath it IS selling imitation ware. And to add salt to the wound, the whole street IS well-known for selling imitation goods.

*sigh* This is the irony of my country. :\