Spider

Spotted a huge spider hanging from the tree. Not sure what species was the spider but was really huge. If I am not mistaken , it might be the common spider found in Singapore, Golden Web Spider. (source.)

Singapore River Hongbao 2016 - Twelve Chinese Zodiac

The most popular exhibit at the Singapore River Hongbao must be the Twelve Chinese Zodiac.

Singapore River Hongbao 2016 - Lanterns

There were many beautiful lanterns at the Singapore River Hongbao 2016. The theme for this year is “Journey to the West" being the year of the Monkey. Journey to the west is a famous story based on the monkey and his master (a buddhist monk) with two other discples on a mission to obtain sacred texts (sūtras) and returned after many trials and much suffering. During their journey they encountered many demons and spirits.

A must have mascot for every Chinese New Year, the God of Fortune.

Singapore River Hongbao 2016 - Fireworks

Fireworks displayed during the last day at Singapore River Hongbao 2016