One of Xian's more recent warriors. Well, transient husband warrior, that is.

Another friendly warrior. With a cane attendant.

Armed with fresh batteries for the finicky camera, and a belly full of lunch, we headed for the Great Wall at Badaling.

This section of the wall has been heavily restored.

Yep, there's still snow out there, and it was nippy as you climb the hills on the spine of the wall.

Sorta looks like a snake making its way away from the tourists.

What tourist site wouldn't be complete without a little graffiti.

Pal AJ Nordley ponders what to shoot next . . .

An aerial tram makes its way Northwest of the wall . . .

It's a mellow day on the wall, and the weather is perfect when you have a fur coat.

Next stop: The Forbidden City (day two)