At the tomb of the second to last emperor (early 20th century) the climb to the top was 138 steps in 90 degree heat. Our group rose to the occasion and very few chose not to make the climb. Each emperor builds his own tomb. This King was in some disfavor because he designed a high priced structure to house his remains. He actually died before it was finished, but the tomb was still finished because the people are very superstitious and even though they were taxed heavily for it they werent willing to take the chance. The emperor had quite a few guards at the tomb.
The tomb part was at the top. Spare no expense. Lots of decoration done with mosaic. Much broken China in the designs. This box houses the emperor.
Also stopped at a buddahist temple along the way.
This monk lakes around and didn't talk, but every so often he hit this metal bowl with a hammer. Cool song. Long lasting gong
This is a baby monk. Till they pass a certain level of proficiency (maybe about 16) they keep this shock of hair. When a full fledged monk, it all gets shaved.
This is frame of a hat worn by many field workers we saw. There are 9 circle hoops that ironed grasses are sewn to.
Grasses are sewn on
Early in the evening betsy and I went to a market. In the section of the market with numerous tailors we decided to have outfits made. Many measurements were taken. This is a photo of my numbers
This whole family took part in the making. Silk shirts and black pants for next years class reunion
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