Hong Kong
Halloween

Ghoulish masks and outfits on offer as Hong Kong’s costume street market gears up for Halloween

Hong Kong's bustling Pottinger Street is busier than ever as Halloween approaches, with shoppers hunting for ghoulish party outfits and accessories.

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