The New Year shopping market on Qilou Old Street in Haikou drew large crowds of people on Jan 30 with its special New Year decorations.
Locals and tourists alike flocked to the street to enjoy themselves while buying food and gifts for the Spring Festival, which falls on Feb 5 this year.
Locals and tourists walk down Qilou Old Street, enjoying its New Year atmosphere. [Photo by Chen Yuancai/hinews.cn]
People take family photos amid the New Year festivities. [Photo by Chen Yuancai/hinews.cn]
A sugar painter shows off his handmade butterfly-shaped sugar snack, a favorite among children. It is made of white and brown sugar. [Photo by Chen Yuancai/hinews.cn]
Locals and tourists enjoy themselves on Qilou Old Street in Haikou. [Photo by Chen Yuancai/hinews.cn]