Long Ji – The Dragon’s Backbone
By Thomas on August 5, 2007 | 3 Comments »
The Dragon’s Backbone is a mountainous area in Guangxi province studded with layers upon layers of rice terraces. The scenic hills are dotted with Yao and Zhuang tribal villages – some of which can be reached by car, others require an hour or two of walking – we opted for the latter one.
Going up the steep hills, we had two Yao women carry our 35-pound backpacks (one of them was even a grandma). We really felt guilty but were too exhausted to schlep our stuff up the vertical mountain path. Before you accuse us of being too colonial, these women are Amazons – they supply the higher villages with food, building materials and crates of beer on a daily basis.
Topics: China | 3 Comments »
August 6th, 2007 at 4:06 pm
Crates of beer? Now that’s a necessity after a hard climb! A beer sure sounds good with such beautiful surroundings. Man, you guys are in heaven on earth.
August 11th, 2007 at 2:42 pm
Building materials??? Grandma might be my new super hero. You guys look great by the way!!!
August 16th, 2007 at 9:17 pm
The combination of western and traditional clothing elements is wonderful. I wish I were there to hear their stories first hand. MAN, am I envious.