Two Walled Cities- Xian and Pingyao

Xian, Shaaxi (July 21-22)

Bell Tower at the center of the city.



Small vendors at the South Gate.


Man making a print from a stele.


Pit 1 at Bing ma yong (terracotta warriors)


Each soldier has a unique face.


Horse statue.


The train station is right outside the city walls.

Pingyao, Shanxi (Aug 11-12)

Notice the two suns.


Overcrowded train ride.


The courtyard hostel.


Ancient fire extinguishing equipment... still used today.


Birds-eye view of hostel.


Ancient Ming dynasty Buddhist statue striking realistic.


Courtyard House.




A surprise parade down the main street.


Bell Tower at Pingyao- tallest structure in the old city.



City wall.