To escape the hustle and bustle of city life, we thought we'd head for the local "Beihai Park". This is close to where we were staying. We discovered this is a popular place for the locals, and very few westerners to be seen. Lots of photo opportunities for the locals - have never posed for so many pictures!!!! Feeling like film stars, we enjoyed what this park had to offer. There is a history, going back 1000 years. With a Round City And Half Moon City within the park. Also lots of entertainment from the locals as you go around it. From dancing, singing and the playing of musical instruments. We had a amazing day discovering what this park had to offer, and totally forgot that we were in the middle of a busy city.
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