Rabbit Re-Color

Spring is just around the corner in Chennai, what better time to roll out the latest Rabbit fashion?

For this year's Rabbit trend, we proudly unveil our hero, re-colored in baby blue.

Looking good with new Tar-Heel ears and feet. Or had Rabbit been a girl all this time and now we finally meet Mr Rabbit? So confusing. And the penguins are in on the color change as well. It's a runaway trend!

A red Rabbit is still out there, hiding in miniature.

Oh, now we see. It's the goats that get to wear red. So hard to stay current in India!

Taipei's Longshan Temple

What's a visit to an Asian city without a temple trip? In Taipei, the place to go is the oldest temple, Longshan Temple. Originally built in 1738, Longshan has been renovated and partly rebuilt after bombing during World War II. It's a Buddhist temple, but plenty of other deities are also present.

The front courtyard, as classic as Asian temple architecture gets.

Another classic touch, a hanging lamp at the entrance. The atmospheric vibe inside.

Lining up for prayers.

One of dozens of alcoves available for prayer. On the right, a sample of a typical offering. The gifts can be substantial, as if someone emptied several bouquets of flowers and a shopping cart.

Two more looks at the busy prayer scene.