… because exploring is FUN! I find it challenging and intriguing, and a wonderful way to make new friends. I love photography, blogging and sharing my experiences with family and friends.
On the north side of the Tiananmen Square is the entry into The Forbidden City. And even me, one who admits a lack of knowledge about China, recognized this landmark. It is such a joy travelling with Dennis because he enjoys military history and shares his knowledge with me while we are experiencing the actual …
The Gate of Heavenly Peace, a gate on the southern wall of The Imperial City, was built in 1415, during the Ming Dynasty. Seems like a funny name when one considers what happened here on June 4, 1989. Of course, there was NO mention of that from our guide. The Square is SO HUGE that …
In my mind's eye, all I can see is the vision of the GIGANTIC Temple of Heaven as we walked through the gate. Of course pictures just do not do justice to the majesty and color of the template. And like The Forbidden City, it is built completely out of wood with NO nails. It …
After leaving the hotel at 8am sharp on Saturday morning, we were delighted to step outside to a GORGEOUS cool morning with clear skies (and good air quality). Our first stop, after crawling through traffic, was the Old Beijing Hutong. A hutong is a collection of very narrow streets with couryard style homes. Many of …
Yeah .... not too shabby, huh? We are staying at The West International Trade Grand Hotel. We just got back after a lovely day of sightseeing. But for now, here's where I will be taking a shower very soon ... after dinner downstairs. Gotta go ... the man is STARVING!
And we are impressed! And gee whiz .... I did just fine with chopsticks! The Internet is a little spotty today. So off we go .... The Forbidden City and Tiananmen Square. Bus is leaving. Later!
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