Wednesday 12 February 2020

Customs House, Lunar New Year, paifang

This paifang, also known as a pailou, is a traditional style of Chinese architectural arch or gateway structure. It has been installed in Customs Square, in front of Customs House, to celebrate the Sydney Lunar New Year Festival.
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4 comments:

  1. William KendallWednesday 12 February 2020 at 05:14:00 GMT+11

    The two structures seem to suit each other.

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  2. RevrunnerWednesday 12 February 2020 at 08:38:00 GMT+11

    Reminds me of the gateway to the Chinese community in Washington, D.C.

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  3. betty-NZWednesday 12 February 2020 at 17:45:00 GMT+11

    It seems to blend well with the building behind it. Nicely done.

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  4. Veronica LeeThursday 13 February 2020 at 03:02:00 GMT+11

    Reminds me of Chinatown in my corner of the world. Lovely shot.

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