Cambodian New Year celebrations in Long Beach include performances of traditional dance and music. This photo is a close up of a Hanuman mask. The performer that wears the mask is behind it dressed in white and gold. Hanuman is the Monkey King of the epic poem, Ramayana (known as Reamker in Khmer). The story tells of the banishment, travels, and return of Prince Rama and his wife Sida. Originating in India, the Ramayana is now found throughout Southeast Asia.
