5/27/13


We chose to visit the Mutianyu section of the Great Wall. Apparently it's less crowded than other sections, but it was still quite busy. We escaped the crowds by spending a bit of time exploring an unrestored section of Mutianyu. It was mostly deserted except for a few brave souls who didn't mind the crumbling rocks and sheer drop-offs. It was easy to imagine what the Great Wall used to look like before it became a huge tourist detsination. That being said, I am of course grateful that they have restored sections of the wall so people can continue to enjoy it for centuries. It was so awe-inspiring and impressive.
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20 comments:

  1. tinajoMay 27, 2013 at 8:13 AM

    Wonderful pics, great processing! :-)

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  2. AnonymousMay 27, 2013 at 12:11 PM

    Such clear beautiful pictures. love this!

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  3. Alexxus K. FarmerMay 27, 2013 at 1:03 PM

    oh wow. this is majestic.

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  4. sMay 27, 2013 at 1:21 PM

    i like the colour in all of these - mysterious fog, greens, and bright pops of tourists.

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    1. janisMay 27, 2013 at 5:24 PM

      i think it might be a mix of a lot of smog & a bit of fog... but regardless, it definitely gives the photos a moody appearance! :)

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  5. Kelsey ArkillsMay 27, 2013 at 5:57 PM

    love these pictures! it has that vintage film look that i'm adoring at the moment! absolutely gorgeous and you have a great eye for photography. my new blog is finally up & you should check it out at www.kelseyarkills.net :)

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  6. JianineMay 27, 2013 at 9:23 PM

    absolutely love your photos. The great wall looks fantastic x

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  7. AngelaMay 27, 2013 at 11:03 PM

    The Great Wall is really nice. I remember walking up to it for the first time, I could not believe I was really at the Great Wall. Such an incredible experience.

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  8. LindsayMay 28, 2013 at 3:40 PM

    stunning janis. love the moody-ness of these.

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  9. annaMay 28, 2013 at 6:30 PM

    It is my dream to go there one day...

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  10. Sarah JaneMay 29, 2013 at 11:47 AM

    Wow, these are all gorgeous.
    I really want to travel there someday!

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  11. Ashley ElizabethMay 29, 2013 at 12:22 PM

    Amazing photos - on my travel wish list!! These make me want to go more!

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  12. minaMay 30, 2013 at 9:16 PM

    Woah. These are beautiful!

    Alex knew a guy who ran a marathon on this thing. I thought that sounded like a fun idea for a moment, but by the looks of your pictures, I think I'd have a difficult enough time just leisurely walking around.

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  13. The EggMay 30, 2013 at 9:36 PM

    the pop of neon on that women's shirt is perfection with the gloomy rainy fog.
    lovely photos~

    xo the egg out west.

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  14. célinetteJune 1, 2013 at 8:37 AM

    Jinshanling is the less crowded section ... and more authentic than the others! fantastic remember ...

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  15. UnknownJune 3, 2013 at 1:38 PM

    wow, incredible!! it looks beautiful there. must have been surreal.

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  16. StephanieJune 7, 2013 at 12:27 PM

    Beautiful! I visited the Great Wall 8 years ago and I wish I had such wonderful photos from my adventure.

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  17. Julia and YuriyJune 9, 2013 at 11:30 AM

    Dang, your photos just keep getting better!! Love how moody the recent photos have been.

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  18. kylieJune 13, 2013 at 3:50 PM

    good grief, i'm bummed we didnt make it up there. GORGEOUS!

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  19. UnknownJune 21, 2013 at 6:22 PM

    I want to see the Great Wall up close and personal one day myself. These are absolutely amazing photos.....You always have such breathtaking photos. -Jessica L

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