because they are adorable. Is that a problem?
I"ve seen a picture of this tree in full bloom. The flaming red is dazzling.
The Eighteen Mansions of Shanhou looks a lot like the old buildings I've seen in Shuitou. But its construction history reminds me of Fuggerai in Germany.
This is the first time I've seen the statue of Marshal Tiandu. The story says that he was deserted while an enfant. A crab moistened his lips to keep him alive. Thus a design of crab is painted around his mouth. Knowing that he's been worshipped as a god of theater, I thought I'd see some puppet theater staging in front of the temple. But the villagers told me unless they have sufficient fund, they can't afford to hire a puppet troupe from Taiwan.
When I was strolling in the village, sunlight was reflected on this wall painted blue. With the background of blue sky, I took the shot in pleasant mood.
These are the most astonishing door gods I've ever seen in my life. They are carved in sharp relief and painted in vibrant colors. All evil spirits should ward off without quesion.
The cutest Lion Lord, I'd still say is the one in Qionglin. This one of Zhonglan appears to be heavily wind-eroded, its lion shape hardly recognizable.
So, this blog is going bi-lingual as you can see. Let me just hide behind my thicket fence from time to time. Responses in mandarin are still welcome.