Famous sow moving into grand new pig digs

Source: China Daily | 05-13-2009 14:43

A pig that became famous across China for its indomitable will to survive after it was pulled from the rubble 36 days after the May 12 earthquake has moved into a state-of-the-art new home.

The strong pig, or Zhu Jianqiang, takes a stroll near the  new museum.[China News Service]

Zhu Jianqiang - or "Strong Pig" - has taken up residence in a facility provided by Chengdu Baisikang Biotech Co at Jianchuan Museum - China's largest private museum - in Sichuan province's Dayi township.

From its new home, the 2-year-old porker will meet the public, said the museum's planning department director Wu Zhiwei.

"A lot of people will come, because this pig has sent a powerful message to us humans about never giving up in the face of catastrophe," said Wu.

"She's not just a pig; she's a hero. And she has a special personality."