Thursday, March 21, 2013

China! Beijing

Our second day in Beijing we're going to wander out and see the Great Wall and some other historical sites. As usual click the links (in black) for more information about where we are!

Forbidden City

For more information about the Forbidden City from the Smithsonian

travelandtourismtoday.blogspot.com


Tienanmen Square

For more information about why this square is important in history check out the museum of broadcast communications

www.tiananmensquare.co.uk 

Great Wall


For more fun check out Destination Truth's episode at the Great Wall. China with Ghosts!


www.great-wall-of-china.org


This blog post has been pre-scheduled and will post as I'm traveling. I'll be making live updates along the way as well, but I thought I'd give you something to keep you daydreaming at your desks while I'm enjoying my travels. Check back soon for more updates :-)

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Wednesday, March 20, 2013

Hello China! Beijing

We're starting our adventure in China's Beijing. We'll be arriving by plane from Jeju Island in Korea and meeting up with my dad. Here are some of the things we're thinking we'll hit up the first day in China. Click the links (the words in black) for more information about each place!


The Lama Temple


qianyuanhotelbeijing.com


The Temple of Heaven

 For more information about the UNESCO World Heritage Site: The Temple of Heaven


www.beijingholiday.com 

www.beijing-travels.com



The Summer Palace

For Information about the UNESCO World Heritage Site: The Summer Palace


toptravelguides.blogspot.com

Night Market 

Read about Beijing Night Markets!

meimeichens.blogspot.com


This blog post has been pre-scheduled and will post as I'm traveling. I'll be making live updates along the way as well, but I thought I'd give you something to keep you daydreaming at your desks while I'm enjoying my travels. Check back soon for more updates :-)

Sunday, March 17, 2013

Seogwipo City- Waterfalls, Hiking, and Beaches

Pictures of our fun in the sun adventures and the delicious Korean food we've been eating.





























Thursday, March 14, 2013

Pictures of Korea from My Camera

These are my favorite pictures from the trip so far. I've captioned some for convenience. If you click on the first picture, you can skim through large versions of the pictures easily! Enjoy :D

Seoul, South Korea:
A view of the Seoul from Bonghwasa mountain in the morning

Sunset over the lake at Seoul Grand Park

Sunset

Eric hanging out under the metro by the river, in true hobo style

A mystery square

Sunset leaving the Incheon port for Jeju!

 Hallim Park, Jeju Island, South Korea:
Sunrise in Jeju!


















Seogwipo, South Korea: 
Cheonjeyeong Falls

A bridge near Cheonjeyeong Falls

The bridge from the side. 

Basalt Rocks of Jusangjeollidae

Grandfather statues with flowers

Interesting street art

Jeongbang Falls

The beach at Jeongbang Falls

Jeongbang Falls up close