A nice scene at Slim West Lake in Yangzhou Gate to the lake park. Cranes live on this island. Really! A silk ball flower. 'Emperor's Dream Flower' Only found in Yangzhou. In an ancient warlord's compound. A view down the lake. See why it's 'Slim West Lake'? People enjoying a Saturday afternoon at the lake. A smiling lion which is quite rare in China. Old tree in front of a temple. A replica of a Beijing style pagoda. Our boat girl who sang better than she sailed. Just before our boat hit this one. This was built out of salt in a day to trick the emperor. Made for real after his visit. A Yangzhou puppet show. Five Lotus Bridge. On a full moon, you can see 15 moons through the arches. Yangzhou Opera performance on a boat. Just to entertain people in the park. The 'Opera' boat showing all players and singers. A building to enjoy a lake view. Nice to be rich in ancient China! Emperor's mother's 'room' where she stayed for her birthday visit. Labels Wuhu PhotosYellow Mountain 2003