The Grand Canal

April 21, 2019 to April 22, 2019

is empty

Grand Canal evolved over many centuries into the longest artificial waterway and water scheme in the world (1800 km). So I headed South to Changzhou to see it.

Like many other canals, it's no longer being used and had little water.

Musicians practising. It sounded like bagpipes.

3 or 4 bicycle rental companies are competing furiously in Beijing. In some places there are piles of unused bicycles.

This truck blows tiny water droplets into the air, as a way of cleaning public spaces.

There was a couple of men barbecuing meat. When I asked about accommodation, they invited me to a free meal.

This electric scooter was upgraded from the boyfriend - girlfriend configuration to the toddler - father - mother configuration.

Tonight, this boy will tell his mom that a blue eyed man on a bicycle photographed them. And she will tell him to watch less TV.

The Grand Canal is dry here. Here it actually crosses over a river.

Today's ride: 241 km (150 miles)
Total: 4,501 km (2,795 miles)

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