13 February 2007

Dust Devils in Heidian

A strong wind today cleared people from the streets. Market stalls and shacks were closed shut, and the for stands had tarpaulin weighted down by rocks draped over them. On days like this, you can feel the sand behind your ears and on your eyelashes; the way it grinds between your back teeth when you try to work up some spit and wet your lips. I took a few photos of the mostly empty streets in my neighborhood before the weather kicked up.

A back alley.


Peking University West Gate.

Heidian district.

Flyers.


Bicycles outside of the philosophy building.

A dry lake.




5 comments:

Anonymous said...

That statue definetly would send chills down peoples spine seeing that randomly placed (comming from other cultures). Quite neat sir! -Slater

Anonymous said...

Great photos Buddy!

Emily wants to know:
How are you in China Alexander? What are you doing there? Do you have a bicycle? I really like your pictures. What do you wear in China? Is there a pool you can swim in?

Grace asks: Are you ok? Do you still have any hair? How is school? I really like school.

We all miss. Love ya! xoxo

Anonymous said...

Alex! Have you bought one of those hats yet, the ones Raiden would wear in the Mortal Combat game?
-Cooper-
-Kewper-
-Couper-
Q-per

Anonymous said...

Coop again. Bring me home one too! I pay tip

Anonymous said...

Well written article.