Monday, January 18, 2016

Quangchen Square

This beautiful square is the center of downtown activity in Jinan.  These pictures were taken in September as the city was preparing for the national holiday.  The spectacular “singing” fountain is smaller than the Vegas Bellagio but is stellar in its own right.  



This is a favorite place to visit whenever we are “downtown”.  The square is fairly close to the medical campus so we pass it every day on our way to school. 


“Eye of Jinan” is one of my favorite sculptures.  This art piece is beautiful from every angle.  It presents a strong landmark and unique feature of Jinan.


Ah, view another festive picture of this section of the square.  There are underground shops nearby.  This is always a fun place with large wooden tops spinning, huge bubbles dancing in the air.  Kite flying is also a popular activity here.  We always find a number of diverse events happen here every day.  It is a fun place to visit and enjoy Jinan.


At the edge of the square is the old city “mote”.  I spotted this fisherman one sunny autumn afternoon.


A hopeful street musician performs outside the square.


Balloons add to the festive downtown feeling.

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