The-Orient-Express - In Pictures

Funny and strange pictures aside, I always carry the camera to make sure I never miss a photo opportunity. Take today for example and the man chalking his grievences on the driveway of the City Government offices.

Train Stations Around China 1

Train stations around China are as varied as chinese dishes. From the Qing dynasty-style to the space-age. The one thing that they do all have in common is that they operate smoothly and with the precision of a Swiss watch.

(Pics) Jul 3rd, 2009 Read more

They Wish The Chinese Had The Shits

I think these blokes would love it, in the current world recession, if people really had the shits with what was going on.

(Pics) Mar 21st, 2009 Read more

A Dangerous Hobby

Riding, not driving, any form a transport in China is a dangerous hobby. In spite of this, millions continue to ride their bicycles. The slightly better-off now ride electric bikes ..

(Pics) Feb 13th, 2009 Read more

Homeless Hamburgers

This homeless lady has found the best 'cardboard box' in the city of Qinhuangdao.. A seat inside the 24hr MacDonald's restaurant.

(Pics) Feb 12th, 2009 Read more

Don't Fall Asleep In China

The Chinese love to sleep following their lunch. Love isn't actually the correct word, they must! Beware the revenge of the cuddly toy should you decide to take an afternoon nap in China. Dog 'eat' dog? It's a very funny photo, whichever way you decide to look at it.

(Pics) Aug 24th, 2008 Read more

A 'Company Car' in China

Some people have a bike, some use a donkey or horse and others...

(Pics) Aug 22nd, 2008 Read more

Snakes In The Grass

What an experience I had this morning! I went fishing to Beidaihe just for a short while. I've mentioned before that the place is teeming with wildlife and this morning I saw something straight out of a Sir David Attenborough BBC program.

(Pics) Jul 16th, 2008 Read more

Chinese Street Vendors Part II

A Chinese vegetable market 'stall'

When you see Chinese street vendors selling or making food your first thoughts will be of hygiene. After you've live in China for even a short time you'll discover that this should be furthest from your mind. In fact, the only time I have ever suffered from bad food was after a meal in a 5-Star restaurant in Dalian.

(Pics) May 6th, 2008 Read more

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