Nee-how homies！

Well it's been an exciting 4 days so far。We've witnessed some spectacular sites，from ornate temples and buildings，to the crazily busy roads filled with mental drivers and cyclists (you thought Cambridge was bad (Level 10 Hyperdrome - Stevo))! We've been challenged to a dual (see photos), and nearly killed by a ride on a Rickshaw (bicycle Taxi)! We also encountered our first taste of bartering with our driver!

We've covered the main attractions, including Beijing Zoo, the Forbidden City, Tianamen Square, and the Temple of Heaven, but unfortunately we missed out on seeing the pickled body of Chairman Mao in his Mausoleum!

Everyone seems friendly, with the occasional stare being a little off-putting! Our fellow expeditioners seem quite nice which should make our trip even better. Think there'll be a few more hangovers on the way!

We couldn't ask for better weather, although the smog build-up in the heat is quite rancid! We can no longer see the mountains from our 12th floor hotel window!

We've got an early start tomorrow, with an intense hike along the Great Wall, followed by a 14 hour train journey to Xi'an.

We'll give you an update when we next get to civilization, or an internet café!

Hope you're all well, and that life back home is good! If you would like to text us our number is 07779003395.

Lots of Love to you all….. Jai-Jyen!

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