China temple ‘high-5 cat’ raises paw to greet visitors, draws crowds seeking luck
Pet moggy decked out in gold chain goes viral on mainland social media by offering a human-style greeting to queues of tourists
A domesticated feline at a temple in China has been dubbed the “high-five cat” because of the manner in which it greets tourists who are flocking to the site seeking good luck.
The moggy, which wears a gold chain, greets tourists by raising its paw to meet the palm of people’s hands.
Xiyuan Temple in Suzhou, eastern China, is a cultural Landmark known for its stunning gardens and traditional Han Buddhist architecture. It dates back to the Yuan dynasty (1271–1368).
With numerous stray cats roaming the grounds, the temple has been described as a “cat petting paradise” by visitors. The entrance fee is just five yuan (70 US cents) per person.
A recent video of a cat outside the temple entrance went viral on mainland social media, racking up more than 120,000 likes.
In the clip, a black and grey cat wearing a gold chain sits on a stone pillar, high-fiving every visitor as they pass by.