Monthly Archives: June 2006

Weekend Travel To the Mountains North of Beijing

Posted on June 10, 2006 by Administrator

Well, the Beijing summer is finally here. Last weekend the temperature in Beijing reached 36 degrees C – it is getting pretty hot. Our family decided that it was time to escape to the mountains northeast of Beijing. We had … Continue reading →

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Panjiayuan Dirt Market

Posted on June 9, 2006 by Administrator

Known variously as the Dirt Market, the Weekend Market, or by its correct title-Panjiayuan Market-this colorful market is one the true experiences of Beijing. Although it operates in some form during the week, it is on the weekend that Panjiayuan … Continue reading →

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