Last destination in China was Yangshuo. It is another beautiful city in China that features a landscape which is filled with very interesting mountains. It is also a climbing destination, which made me a little envious of the others that went there just for this. We ended up having a trip that ended in the best of notes, outside of the city and more in a small town surrounded by nature. Our first activity was to take a ride on a few traditional rafts made of bamboo. While entering in, I found this cute little baby who was a little shy to greet us.
A view of the plentiful rafts that floated all the guests on the river.
Our captain was a very friendly man. I really wanted to get a portrait of him before I left, and this completely shows his personality while we were on his boat.
Raft, powered by bamboo.
The most interesting part of this region is the mountains. It was wonderful to see the different types of mountains around, all thriving with green plants. It makes this place very interesting green. The only thing that is a little troubling is the atmospheric environment.
As we were floating down the river, approaching the end of the tour, we found this other boat participating in a water fight.
Next, went on a bicycle ride toward Moon Hill Arch. It was a quick two mile ride from our restaurant to Moon Hill, and I was able to grab a few shots of the locals and my family.
My Mom and Dad.
Panoramic view of Moon Hill.
Marvin being Marvin.
Heading back.
Next, we headed to Yulong River for a little boat ride to see the landscapes of the area.
There were fishermen on the river as well.
Marvin with a dragonfly.
The other end of our trip on the Yulong River.
The last thing of the night was to go to the West Street Night Market, where I was able to get a lot of cool street photography in the area. I usually shot the vendors around the market, such as this man.
And this lady who was selling grass sandals.
Jade sculpture.
Also this man, who chiseled portraits out of polished granite.
And this man selling flutes.
We also ended up going to the Impression Sanjie Liu for some interpretive dance and history of the region.
The next day we headed out to view a little town on the hills of Yangshuo.
We also headed to Silver Cave to view some stalactites and stalagmites.
Cute couple in the park.
Some children feeding the koi.
And this man, walking in the park.
