Wolfgang's photos with the keyword: Bai
A performance of Bai traditional dances
28 Jul 2008 |
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during the performance visitors were offered the typical Sandao Tea. Its a must-drink. It consists of bitter tea, sweet tea and aftertaste tea, indicating the whole life of the people.
Our Bai tourguide Daisy
28 Jul 2008 |
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Inside a typical patio
28 Jul 2008 |
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The houses of local residents are characterized by a traditional Chinese rectangular courtyard with a screen wall facing the gate. On the screen wall there are usually four Chinese characters, reading "Qingbai Shijia" (innocent family) or "Ziqi Donglai" (Auspicious air comes from the East).
A friedly chat with an old resident
28 Jul 2008 |
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Art student doing her painting
28 Jul 2008 |
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in an alleyway in Xizhou. Walking along the slate road, sauntering though the winding alleys, visitors can have a good look at the delicate and intricate designs on the walls.
On the way to Xizhou
28 Jul 2008 |
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during our ride from Dali to Xizhou we overtook an other vehicle with different passengers breathing fresh air
Xizhou market
Rich Bai ethnic culture in Xizhou
28 Jul 2008 |
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Gate to the center of Xizhou
28 Jul 2008 |
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Palm sugar
Local spices sold at the market in Xizhou
28 Jul 2008 |
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Xizhou
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... is located about 18 kilometres north of Dali.
The history of Xizhou dates back to the Sui Dynasty (581-618 AD). At that time, it was called the city of Dali. It was later conquered by General Shi Wansui in the Sui Dynasty, so it also enjoys the name of Shicheng (Shi City).
Senior Bai citizen in Xizhou
28 Jul 2008 |
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