Henceforth I give up with my dismal Chinese standard (which has been brought up marvellously by BSC but still not far up enough).
So, fully armed to the teeth with general knowledge of the Yuan Ming Yuan either in our conscious or subconscious minds, the hardy adventurers charged forth into the abyss of unknown Yuan Ming Yuan. Spectacular sights that did not disappoint were found, with the decrepit sadness which hung upon the still winter ambience.
Entrance map.
Entrance shots.
Basically, the Qing's (was it?) Yuan Ming Yuan was razed down by English gentlemen while they simultaneously looted the majestic gardens and sipped on tea. The combined French and English forces forced China into the opium wars (which it lost quickly) and then raided Beijing and Yuan Ming Yuan.
A ruin with a sign that stated, "Do not desecrate further". (My own English translation for hapless and Anglocentric readers)
And so the garden was in shambles. We got to see those shambles.
The sad joy of viewing tragic remains.
Broken stones. Charred monoliths. Beauty unparalleled...?
The fountain which used to host the 12 Chinese zodiac animals, carved exquisitely and long appropriated.
We also visited the hedge maze (reconstructed and restored to former glory).
The dark tower...
..conquered.
How? Method 1, go to the back of the maze - there is a cunning route into the middle.
And this is Method 2.
Yaonian (Voyage) and Kevin (High Flyer), enjoying their truimph. Not only Victors can be victorious :P
The rubble remains after the dust has cleared... but we still get to enjoy the scenic shots, keeping in mind the tragic tale of blood spilt and atrocites committed in the 18th century.
Seow Yongzhi
High Flyers :D
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