We visited the Summer Palace in northwest Beijing today. It was a popular place today as it was sunny and just above zero.
It really illustrates the power of the Emperor. There is a large man made lake along with a hill from the creation of the lake – all to create a summer retreat that would remind someone of their home in China.
We were lucky to see some traditional and local New Year celebrations. There was a little fair set up along the road. A typical ring toss game becomes unique when you are tossing the rings over little cages holding birds, bunnies or hamsters. I think the little animal was the prize.
The bargain of the day is more difficult to choose today. We had an excellent crepe filled with an egg, cracker and chili sauce mixture for 80 cents for our lunch. Cooked to order by a street vendor. But, the real buy was a trip of close to 40 km by subway for about 60 cents!
One more full day in Beijing and we move on.
Tags: Beijing