After a will needed sleep we woke at 7:00 am & had breakfast in hotel. We then visited Tian-Men Square & the Forbidden City ( built 1420) this morning. Still a little tired, but should be adjusted fully tomorrow. After lunch, we did the Pearl Market ( &flea market), where great deals on fresh water & salt water pearls can be had. Also lots of other flea market type vendors, who are lots of fun to barter with. We bartered for two pair of shoes for Jen, for 80 yuan ( approx. $10.50 cnd), Oakley sunglasses , 2 pair, for 90 yan ($12.60 cnd), lots of fun. We will do more shopping latter. Our guide is terrific, running everything like clock work. Tomorrow we leave for Chongquing for a 2 hr flight.
Jennifer- We saw people flying lots of kites, like your butterfly kite! OXOXOXOX M&D.