Party's Over

Now that we have mastered using chopsticks and the Chinese squat potty, some  of us departed for home.  Others went to Hong Kong.  We leave with our cherished memories of China and its people- especially our guide Johanna.

Shanghai

A sunny day in Shanghai as we enjoy the last leg of our trip.  Shanghai is the largest city in China and one of the world's important ports.  Population 24 million and a global financial center.  Shanghai has the 3rd tallest building in the world.

In old Shanghai we strolled the narrow lanes  to the splendid Yuyuan Garden- dating to the Ming Dynasty-five acres contain delicate pavilions, winding paths and a Grand Rockery of caves and grottoes.

Then we went shopping in Old Town for silk scarves, pearls, and stopped by an embroidery workshop to witness the ancient craft.  We enjoyed a delicious dim sum lunch at a local restaurant.  After lunch a walk on the famous Bund, the city's inviting promenade along the Huangpu River.  A delicious  buffet dinner at the Four Seasons hotel and a birthday celebration for Joan Alexander.  After dinner we were treated to an Acrobat Show.

Sweet and Sour Fish

Street Dancing in Old Shanghai

Tai Chi in the Park

Old Shanghai

On the Bund-Chinese posing

On the Bund with skyline

Posing with the Chinese

Posing like the Chinese

Happy Birthday Joan

Acrobat Show