The “Monkey King” is a famous character from the Chinese novel “Journey to the West.” /CFP Photo

Actors and performers who dress up as the cheeky character often get attention wherever they go. /CFP Photo

One such actor spent his Lunar New Year in a small village in east China’s Zhejiang Province. /CFP Photo

For just 10 yuan (US$1.50), parents and children could take a photo with the costumed actor. /CFP Photo

Sadly, the Year of the Monkey is now over and business was down compared to last year. /CFP Photo

It’s not easy being a monkey in the Year of the Rooster. /CFP Photo