PETALING JAYA: A sea of red lanterns, drumbeats and galloping symbolism transformed Petaling Street into a festive corridor as traders and visitors ushered in an early Year of the Horse while celebrating culture and community spirit. The Blessings Parade, where six giant inflatable horse guardians made their way through the iconic Chinatown, was the star of the show yesterday. Leading the procession was the Horse Guardian, standing at over 2.1m tall, accompanied by other guardians in varied forms, poses and sizes. The parade, themed Guardians of Legacy, reflects the idea of care being repaid with respect and gratitude. Chang is also a co-founder of Kwai Chai Hong, meaning “little ghost lane”, a famous alley in Petaling Street, known for its specially-curated wall art depicting scenes from the past.

Source: The Star February 08, 2026 02:25 UTC