Hiking photos – Tai Chi and Silver Pagodas hike, 2012/08/04
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On this outing, our group had the chance to combine the traditional Chinese art of Tai Chi with a visit to a set of 600 year old Buddhist pagodas which are located in front of a stunning backdrop of steep, rocky, jagged peaks. The peaceful, yet beautiful setting was a great place to practice Tai Chi with a master.
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We started off by hiking up to the Silver Pagodas, an old temple site in the hills of Huairou.
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The Silver Pagodas are hundreds of years old. There was a monastery and temple here, too, but both was destroyed during war.
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We took a short walk from the pagodas to reach the place where we'd do the tai chi.
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Everyone getting ready.
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The lesson began with an explanation of the basic principles of Tai chi.
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Correct posture.
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Students in the starting position, following the example set by the instructor.
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The beginning of the routine.
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Correct leg and foot position is important.
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After the first session we climbed a little higher for great views of the rocky hills behind the Silver Pagodas.
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Ready for some more instruction.
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All finished, time to head back to the city.