Here is an interesting Taxi sign at a place to wait for a ride. This photo was taken in Xi’an, China.
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Venetian Mask
Walking by a store in New Zealand I saw this mask in the window and thought it looks pretty neat.
Mahatma Gandhi Statue
In the heart of the capital of New Zealand is a statue of Mahatma Gandhi.
New Zealand Has Crosswalk Signs That Look Like Mary Poppins
Crossing the street in New Zealand I saw this light that had an image of a woman that looks like Mary Poppins.
Things to See Around Xi’an Marketplace
Walking around Xi’an I came across this marketplace. This place had it all. There was food, candy, restaurants, beverages, interesting architecture, fountains, shows, and a lot of friendly people to meet.
Huayu Alley in Xi’an, China
Here is a small alley in Xi’an that had some interesting painting on the wall and cool looking tiles on the wall. There was also Chinese lanterns in the trees.
Tried Peking Duck for the First Time
“When in Rome do as the Romans do,” as they say. While in Beijing I had to give Peking duck a try to experience the local cuisine. The food was delicious. It was a little bit greasy, but that’s due to fat on the duck. They gave you sauces and vegetables you can try and …
Shopping in Xi’an
No matter if you are shopping for food, drink, snacks, or even souvenirs in Xi’an, China there are all sorts of stores for you. Here are some of the sights of stores and products you could buy.
Hilton Hotel in Xi’an China
Here are some photos of the Hilton hotel in Xi’an, China. It’s a very nice hotel with a friendly staff and lots of historic artwork.
Diplomacy in the Dragon’s Den: The U.S. Embassy in Beijing, China
In the bustling heart of Beijing, where ancient traditions meet modern innovation, the U.S. Embassy stands as a symbol of the complex and ever-evolving relationship between the United States and China. This diplomatic mission, one of the largest and most significant in the world, plays a crucial role in navigating the intricate web of diplomacy, …
Flying Over and Landing in Frankfurt Germany
Here are some photos flying over Germany and landing in Frankfurt. The photo of the river is of the Rhine River.
Chinese War Training Personnel
As I was walking around and trying to get some photos at Tiananmen Square I, being a foreigner, was stopped by every security guard, policeman, volunteer security, and any other random security person. Obviously I don’t look asian and when they saw me coming I would get my documents ready because they were going to …
Tiananmen Square
I finally made it to Tiananmen Square in the heart of Beijing and at a time when the rest of the world is opening up, China has things locked down. This was as close as I could get and these are the clearest photos. That is due to all the security, umbrellas, vehicles and everything …
The Mausoleum of Mao Zedong
Across the street from Tiananmen Square is the Mausoleum of Mao Zedong. This chapter is straight out of the dictatorship playbook to put a leader’s body to rest in a mausoleum. Mao was the leader of the Chinese Communist Party from 1935 until his death in 1976. He was part of the movement to abandon …
Zhenyangmen was once the South Gate to Beijing’s Inner City
Built in 1419 during the Ming Dynasty Zhenyangmen was once the south gate to Beijing’s Inner City. Now it’s just a tourist attraction that is near Tiananmen Square. The first photo is looking from the China Railway Museum and when looking from the left to the right you see Zhenyangmen, the Mausoleum of Mao Zedong, …
China Railway Museum
Across the street from Zhengyangmen is the China Railway Museum. If you’re into trains and near Tiananmen Square it is a short walk to get there.
Statue of Xuanzang in front of Giant Wild Goose Pagoda
Xuanzang was a buddhist monk that traveled from China to India to learn about Buddhism and he brought back and translated many buddhist teachings during the time of 629-645 of the current era. Here is a photo of the statue of Xuanzang in Xi’an, China in front of the Wild Goose Pagoda.
E.T. Sign at Universal Studios Hollywood
Near the parking lot of Universal Studios Hollywood there is an illuminated E.T. sign. There is also another sign that shows when the movie was made.
Back to the Future Part II Movie Set Tour in Hollywood
While taking the Universal Studios Hollywood movie set tour we passed the iconic Back to the Future Part II clock tower that was struck by lightening. There were some vehicles on display that were used in the movie. Then there was memorabilia that was for purchase that was signed by Michael J. Fox.
Walking on the Sidewalk in China Can Be Difficult
Walking down the sidewalk in China can be difficult. This is an actual photo of a sidewalk in Beijing. First off they use bricks which looks nice, but over time it becomes bumpy and uneven. Then they place as many obstacles in the path of the sidewalk as possible. This causes all sorts of hazards …
