A bit of perspective, and a cool piece of rock. ;)

Below you can see the crowd gathering near Lake Taihu, with the previously posted incense brazier smoldering ahead in the center. Our group is in the front (Jordan talking with Diane) and gathered off to the left in the photo below. We had already been on the boat at this point and were returning to our bus, but several scenic spots remained along the way.

(Below) I really don't know if the carved stone below represents the grave of someone historical or if it is just a marker of significance to the lake or the area we were in. All I know is that if I ever die, I would like a marker just like this. Now that i'm thinking about it, this stone would look amazing in any garden setting or as a front-lawn conversation piece. ;)

Oh those Lions...

Sihing Mike spent some quality time riding many of these stone animals but here we just messed around. Here, Graeme gives the lion a little love n' attention.

(Below) Shawn feigns being eaten. I'm sure if that statue could speak, oh what tales of tasty arms and kung-fu kisses it would tell. Lol!!

A Last look at the Garden...

Above, me and my kung-fu brother Scott chill for a photograph near the exit from the Master of Nets Garden. Not even sure how much time passed here but the scenery and history of the area shall not be forgotten.

(Above) Carvings in everything! Some of the best rock-carvings I've ever seen. This would make one kick-a** tombstone for a kung-fu warrior. That dragon clearly will not let anyone bad disturb the peace of anyone lain below.

And will a last look back into the garden, our swarthy band of heroes forages to the next destination.. Dinner! =D

Master of Nets Garden - Continued

I mean seriously, look at the detail in this carved furniture...crazy stuff. These artisans definitely knew what they were doing.

Details within the Garden...

Our journey through the maze-like causeways, arches and rocky paths seemed eternal, but the staggering beauty of our surroundings kept us ever-curious of what lay around the next corner. It was though the placement of every tree and boulder had been pre-planned with surgical precision, anticipating the growth of flora years in advance to culminate in such incredible displays.

Even the windows between areas (show below) were rife with carved deco of superb quality. 

Guardians in many shapes and sizes stood watch over not only rooftops but nearly every arch and doorway as well. Seen lining the roof edges are a line of bats, considered to be very lucky.