Tuesday, February 25, 2014
West Lake, HangZhou, China
West Lake (Chinese: 西湖, Xī Hú) is a freshwater lake in Hangzhou, the capital of Zhejiang province in eastern China. It is divided into five sections by three causeways. There are numerous temples, pagodas, gardens, and artificial islands within the lake.
West Lake has influenced poets and painters throughout China's history for its natural beauty and historic relics, and it has also been among the most important sources of inspiration for Chinese garden designers.[1] It was made a UNESCO World Heritage Site in 2011, described as having "influenced garden design in the rest of China as well as Japan and Korea over the centuries" and reflecting "an idealized fusion between humans and nature"
"Ripping water shimmering on sunny day,
Misty mountains shrouded the rain;
Plain or gaily decked out like Xizi;
West Lake is always alluring."
Monday, February 24, 2014
Kennebunkport, Maine
In a road trip to visit east coast US, we arrived at Kennebunkport, Maine. It has beautiful beaches and seashores.
Thursday, February 20, 2014
George Bush Estate, Kennebunkport, Maine
In a road trip to visit east coast US, we arrived at Bush family Walker's Point estate. This estate served as the summer White House of George H.W. Bush, the 41st president of the United States.
Saturday, February 15, 2014
Thursday, February 13, 2014
Washington National Cathedral (1)
Located in Washington, DC, capital of US. This national cathedral is a great place for worship and sightseeing. It is one of the example of many great architectures in Washington,DC. Built in 1906. One president, Woodrow Wilson, is buried in the National Cathedral.
Friday, February 7, 2014
Lake Needwood in the winter
Located in Rockville, Maryland, Lake Needwood is a manmade lake that provides people outdoor activities, hiking, biking, boating, picnicking among other things. Here are some photos taken while visiting it in the winter. The lake is quiet, but we still see Geeses there!
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