On the way to Wutaishan

On Monday 14th October, we visited the oldest wooden structures in China, perhaps in the world.  They were both built during the Tang Dynasty - approx 600 to 900AD.  It is remarkable that wood has lasted so long.  Those of us from Longreach know how vulnerable wooden structures are to fire.

Nancha Temple.  China's oldest remaining wooden structure.

Foguang Temple Complex.  It is one of the best-preserved and oldest complex timber structures in the world.

Another pic of the same complex.  They are lovely and peaceful.

Then to our hotel in Wutai.  Buddhist pilgrims to this place have made it a major centre.  It is over 1,000m above sea level and the maximum forecast temperature tomorrow is 6degC.  At last my winter clothes will get a workout.  This is our hotel room - they skimped on fixed walls for the bathroom - which made the room look spacious.

And no postcard from China is complete without a bit of Chinglish.  This is today's.