Guangxiao Si, the Bright Filial Piety Temple is one the oldest in Guangzhou. History places the first buildings on the site during the 4th century.
Tag: Travel
Straying from the path in Guangzhou
Sometimes it’s good to “get lost,” especially in an interesting city like Guangzhou, China.
Teaching Abroad: They’re still standing close to me
Teaching English in China is difficult in more ways than one. My popularity with the preteen girl crowd waxed and waned this past term, to my chagrin.
10 Must Sees in Shenzhen China
There is a lot to see and do in Shenzhen, China. My list of 10 Must Sees in the city. Travel Guide writers be damned.
Teaching English Overseas: My first class
February 28 is my fourth anniversary of teaching English in China. At 8:25 am, Feb. 28, 2005, I first walked into a Chinese classroom
Let it snow…
The February 2009 London Snow Storm leaves my journey to the capital, and my return to China, in doubt.
Interview: Joel Carillet, Travel Photographer Extraordinaire
Joel Carillet is a master of street photography. His captures are a glimpse at places and faces most will never see.
day / night
The Chinese Mid-Autumn Festival, the the 15th day of the 8th lunar month, was celebrated last week.
live from guangzhou…
That’s right, I’m on the road, in Guangzhou (Canton), capital of Guangdong province. What’s up for today? The Martyrs’ Memorial, the Chen family compound, a temple or two, and then colonial architecture at the lovely Shamian Island. This is mostly a test post to see if my new notebook computer works on the road. Ta,…
hong kong splash of color
A delightful red building in the midst of drab surroundings, near Nathan Road, Kowloon, Hong Kong SAR.