Psalm 9:1 “I will give thanks to the Lord with all my heart; I will tell of all Your wonders.”
We had a unique experience today. We were able to visit Tulou in Fujian province. The buildings ranged in age from 1732-1905.l (the ones we visited).
They can be found in different areas in the province, but we visited a whole village today. When you google Tulou, this is the picture that comes up.
Our guide didn’t take us here because you have to hike forever and can only take a picture and see this view. Instead, he took us to ones you could walk through. The kids were thrilled because the live action Mulan’s home was based on these buildings.
We had an amazing experience. We got to dress up and pick tea leaves. We were then taught the seven step process for making tea. I will never take tea for granted again!! We came home with some extra bags of tea.
The weather started out hot and humid. After a storm blew through, it dropped the temperature a little.
Look at the size of that wok!!!
The kids begged to dress up one more time in Miao clothing. They had a lot of fun. We already attract a lot of attention, especially in smaller areas like today. Add costumes, and it takes it to a whole different level.
This building was built in 1732 and was built on a swamp. It was interesting to walk and see the ground be a little soft. It was amazing to find out that people still live in these old buildings.
Our lunch-delivered on a huge bamboo tray. We tried many local dishes from the area.
Tea and more tea. We have learned a lot on this trip about tea between Taiwan and China. Lots of hours and work goes into getting tea leaves dried. We tried oolong, black, and herbal tea.
Joella being silly imitating one of the emperor’s portraits.
Over 600 year old trees. They were beautiful!
God’s creation is just astounding. It has been an amazing experience to see all of it in China.
Pictures from outside the building from 1732.
Lotus root is not only delicious to eat, the plant is beautiful!
