Hangzhou

Emily trying to swallow dragon's beard, a chinese dessert


the West Lake at dusk


view from Sudi Causeway. very peaceful place, the city noise does not reach us. relaxing sound of water. turtles come to the surface from time to time for air.


Sudi Causeway, a thin stretch of land dividing the lake into two. no cars allowed: only pedestrians, bicycles, and unfortunately a few tourist minivans circulate along the road.




hiking down the mountain, our legs can't stop shaking






a temple in the mountain


only people who order tea get a chair - Shawn and his winning combination.






the West Lake




i wonder what this reminds me of...


angels get married on the West Lake




Hangzhou train station - indoors




Hangzhou train station

train stations were one of the places that fascinated me the most in China. incredible masses of people seem to hang around there for ever. individuals or families are everywhere, waiting, talking, eating, resting, sleeping, and some even seem to be living there permanently.

apparently, people who come from the villages to search for work in the city use the train station as their temporary home... they stay there until they find a job.. or not. but how long have all these people been waiting for?

the train station becomes a dynamic place for interaction, social and commercial exchange, opportunities (?) etc; as you get off the train many many people try to sell you hotel deals; other vendors sell food, maps, ....