Thursday, October 13, 2011

Glimpses from Beijing


Celebrating National Day in China's Capital - Beijing
Tiananmen Square
Beijing's Hutongs, narrow alleyways, offer a glimpse of Chinese life
Walking towards Tiananmen Square
Mao's Presence
The beauty of Forbidden City's details 
The Sacred Way to the Ming Tombs
A Beijing favorite - small candied apples
Traditional Red Chinese Lanterns
On the March
More Chinese Treats
Hutong Lounge
The Summer Palace
Shapes of the Palace
Reflections of Forbidden Cities
Spare Change for an Emperor? 
Through an Open Door #1
Through an Open Door #2
Through an Open Door #3


Through an Open Door #4

Through an Open Door #5

Through an Open Door #6
Closer to Mao
Sweet Potatoes on Wheels
The Dirt Market

Buddha Buddha Everywhere

Fakes and More Fakes 

Let's Make A Deal 

That One There is Real Gold

Done for the Day

Mass Produced Art

Hitchin' A Ride Home

Reading at a Wall

Smoke Break

Contemplating his next move...

So is this guy...

Chinese Hacky-Sack - The Sack Has Wings

Getting Fancy

Quite the Load

Wu-Tang Sword Style and the Shaolin Temple
Door Decor

Hutong Window

Hou Hai Candies Apples

Stir Fry Your Way Into My Stomach

An Amazing Meal

Veggie Dumplings

It's A Wonderful World 
Our Final Beijing Meal
Compliments to the Chefs