As you can see from our photos below, Tuesday provided our group with some serious challenges. Not only was it a rainy day but it was also extremely cold and windy. Nevertheless, our group carried on with our tour of Tiananmen Square and The Forbidden City, two of China's most important historical sites.
By the end of the afternoon, we were more than ready for a dry and indoor activity so we were thrilled to visit the silk factory where our group saw all of the steps in the silk making process, including the work of the silworms themselves!
Even though it was a difficult day in some ways, we still had a fantastic time and we also learned a lot about Chinese history and about silk, one of the most beautiful and ancient products produced in China.
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| Keeping a good attitude despite the conditions |
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| Leaving Tiananmen and walking to the Forbidden City |
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| Alex and Sarah, patiently waiting to enter the Heavenly Gate... |
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| Caroline & Mattie, inside the Forbidden City |
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| Can you see us? Our guide, Richard, is in yellow holding the Dragon flag and we are following behind |
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| Enjoying an almost-dry moment |
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| Taking turns peeking in the Emperor's quarters while Mattie contemplates the rain |
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| We were not alone at The Forbidden City |
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| Learning about silk production |
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| Curious students happy to be inside away from the pouring rain |
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