Hi We have been on a trip to Beijing with our daughter Julia. It was nice to get away for a few days and leave the snow behind and walk in the sun. We were fortunate to have friends living near Beijing who helped us considerably. We first visited the Temple of Heaven. It a beautiful spot with many retired chinese nationals relaxing, playing games, singing, dancing and just enjoying the beautiful day. The people seemed very happy and had such hopeful faces. It was a very nice way to start our trip.
We then went to the Pearl Market. Crazy bartering everywhere. Gary was loving it. We bought pearls and just enjoyed the ambiance of the halls.
We went to Tianaman square and the forbidden city. What can I say. Really beautiful!
We climbed up to the chairlift to take us to the Great Wall. It was a beautiful day and we walked for a long distance along the wall, exploring the watch towers and visiting with our friends. We took a slide back down the mountain afterwards and bartered for some dried fruit with the local sellers.
Next we went to the silk market where Gary bought a tailored suit for hundred dollars and had 6 shirts made for about 7 dollars each.
We saw the dirt market and the bird's nest stadium from the Olympics and went on the art walk.
We even managed to get two foot massages and try a little street food. It was a very full four days! My Aunt Francis loved China so that, plus Gary's trips really sparked my curiousity and am tickled that we finally had the opportunity!
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