Last-minute shoppers throng Ayer Itam market

For abundance of blessings: Tan choosing a ‘hu lu’ or bottle gourd for Chinese New Year eve prayers at Ayer Itam market, Penang. — LIM BENG TATT/The Star

GEORGE TOWN: One of the major markets here is in full festive mode.

The Ayer Itam market is a happy hunting ground for shoppers looking for Chinese New Year supplies.