Beijing
Inside the Forbidden City
It was wonderful to share the experience of the Forbidden City with Chinese tourists, who were as excited as I was to learn about the history and the life within the walls of this imperial palace.
Entrance.
There were many gates and bridges that we passed through.
I was fascinated by the patterns, textures and colors.
A guardian to yet another chamber within the walls.
Ceiling.
Another painted ceiling.
Doors are a symbol of hope; opportunity; a passage from one state or world to another; an entrance to a new life. In India, divinities are carved on door jams, indicating the deity through which man enters the Supreme Presence. This Chinese door in the Forbidden City is particularly beautiful.
Here is one of several thrones in the Forbidden City.
Eight dragons symbolized the power of the emperor.
Parent & Kid Yoga in a Shopping Mall
There were 20 sets of parent/child. The event was organized by Le Yoga.
I stand firm,
Steady and brave.With long legs,
And broad chest,I stand on my feet
And spread my arms up.
To reach the sky;
I stand tall and firm.— Yogagshastra, Tome 1. Ramamani Iyengar Memorial Yoga Institute, Pune. YOG, Mumbai.
Urdhva Hastasana in Tadasana (Arms Raised in Mountain Pose).
Utthita Hasta Padasana (Arms Raised, Legs Wide Pose).
Vriksasana (Tree Pose).
Adhomuka Svanasana (Downward Facing Dog Pose).
You have to be quick to jump through the jaws of the crocodile before they snap down on top of you!
© 2013 Bobby Clennell.
Bobby Clennell 