Pan Men (Gate) Scenic Area

Riley had a Scout event to go see something historic.  So, we headed into old town to Panmen (gate).  "Men" means "Gate" in Mandarin so to say Pan Men Gate is redundant.  This was a few months prior to me actually posting this blog so that's why everyone is wearing long sleeves...

The famous pagoda, sadly I have forgotten the name...

View from the top of the pagoda, pretty nice little dragon in the hedge.

Overlooking the park.

The Suzhou Tigers and Wolves, a motley crew if there ever was one.

Ringing the bell for luck.  No, it wasn't free...

View from the other side of the pond.

This was a welcome sight at the time after a long, dreary, gray, smog filled winter.

The ramp to the top of the gate, easy access for horses.

Love the contrast between old city wall and new construction in the background.  This was a false entrance in case the gate was breached.  Like shooting fish in a barrel.

Reid with the weapons.  I love the fist holding the spike above Reid's head.  Scary, but not as functional as some of the others I think.

Yes, safety can be quite scary.