Lilac bushes in the botanical gardens, Beijing

Pink and white ornamental cherry blossom on the same tree - botanical gardens

Dragon Claw tree in the botanical gardens

Drying green tea in the grounds of the Dajue Temple in the Western Mountains

Our friend Jin Qinxian who took us to the Dajue Temple

A perfect studio! A little building beside the Dajue Temple

Chess players in a hutong

Airing clothes in a hutong beside a temple

A girl choosing incense at the Lama Temple

Sitting on the steps of the Temple of Heavenly Peace