Great Wall of China

[Tim T]

I went on a business trip to China over the last couple of weeks and got a chance to see the Great Wall. We went to Juyongguan Pass, which was first completed in the Ming Dynansty in 1368 and has been rebuilt several times since. It was a little chilly with some snow and temp's in the 20's which helped to keep the crowds light. I found out how really out of shape that I am with some very steep sections to climb. No blue sky photo op's but it was very cool to see it. Had a great time in Beijing and Shanghai and would love to go back on vacation some time.

[Janice_d]

Truly Awesome Tim.. Sun or no sun.. these are spectacular to see..thanks so much for sharing!!

[popawalker]

Cool Tim, it is an impressive thing to see in person, and think about what it took to build it. Glad you got to go and see some things while you were there. Did you go to the Forbidden City or Temple of Heaven in Bejing?

Steve

[Al Buckner]

Some really good shots Tim, I'm tired just looking at all those steps!!!

The light dusting of snow adds to the scene in #3. Hope you had a good time.

[Masoncn]

Very beautiful ! The 1# and 3# are wonderful !

[billbunton]

Great photos Tim, looks like you got to see some new stuff. Did you get to do much other sightseeing?

[mjdmike]

Looks like a great trip Tim. I like the angle, and the snow caps on the third. Very nice.

[Tim T]

Thanks everyone. I had a great time in China. Got to spend the first weekend in Beijing adjusting to the 14 hr time difference and taking tours each day. My hotel was only a couple of blocks away from Tiananmen Square and the Forbidden City, which I could see from the balcony of my room. Toured those areas on Sat along with the Summer Palace and the Temple of Heaven. Also got to see a jade factory and silk factory which were very interesting. Spent the following week in Shanghai doing the business stuff along with some walking around and shopping. Got a chance to eat some very interesting food. I'll post some more photo's later.

[Roy]

Wow! I was hoping to get to see some shots from your trip. Your in a lot better shape than I am. I would of never made it to those heights. Great job Tim, look forward to seeing more.

[Jay Henley]

very nice...... I would not make it very far with all those steps.

[dsjsws]

Thanks for sharing the photos. I cannot wait to see more.
I am glad you had a good time.

Donna

[Tim T]

Thanks Roy, Jay and Donna. I would highly recommend a trip to China.

[mooredriven]

This is on my list of places to visit in the next decade. Now I just need to convince my wife! Nice shots!!!

[laawaaris]

these photos look "great"

is the wall close to beijing? how did u get from beijing to the wall?

[laawaaris]

also i heard from some local chinese ppl when i was visiting HK recently that the wall has a strange odor about it ... did you notice that?

if so, maybe that's what kept the crowds away ... :-)