Another holiday is over and we have come back with lovely memories of Jiuzhaiguo (in China) to cherish!
Grateful thanks should go to our tour leader for his patience, dedication and good humour in making sure we were always where we were supposed to be - and hopefully not too many times waiting for those of us who were running to and from washrooms to pee because of the cold weather!
The hotels were comfortable, the food was satisfactory and the scenery was simply breathtaking. Our cameras certainly had a good workout! We were also blessed with good weather and a lovely group of tour members.
But as wonderful as all these were, what made this holiday truly special was something far more precious. It was the kindness, thoughtfulness and loving care shown by both the tour leader and the people I had the privilege of travelling with. The little gestures, the concern for my safety, the patience, the willingness to help and the many thoughtful moments along the way did not go unnoticed.
They say that the best souvenirs from a holiday are not things we buy but the memories we bring home. I couldn't agree more!
Some journeys take us to beautiful places. The best ones bring us closer to beautiful people.
A few pictures below.
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| Emerald green waters |
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| Crystal clear lakes |
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| Waterfall with ribbons of water |
Juizhaigou is a UNESCO World Heritage Site and nature reserve located in northern Sichuan Province, China. It is famous for its waterfalls, snow-capped peaks and over 100 vibrant turquoise, blue and green alpine lakes.
Photo credits: J. Chan
(To be continued)
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