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Copyright: Hans Spruijt (GreenBaron) Gold Star Critiquer/Gold Star Workshop Editor/Gold Note Writer [C: 3193 W: 948 N: 11483] (48978)
Genre: People
Medium: Color
Date Taken: 2005-04-14
Categories: Daily Life, Food, Transportation
Camera: Minolta Z1
Photo Version: Original Version
Travelogue: China 2005
Theme(s): Impressions from China [view contributor(s)]
Date Submitted: 2006-11-24 5:04
Viewed: 1124
Points: 30
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Chinese chat….

Street life in Xi’an China. Like all woman in the world also these two Chinese woman are chatting. They talk about what? Their clash with the mother-in-law? About the rising costs of chicken-bamboo-noodle-soup? Or is it about the new Chinese TV-series “Bleackfast in Singapole” ? We will never know. But what I do see is a scene which can be noticed in every town in the world….although do have western ladies take time to have such a relaxing chat with their friends on the street? I doubt it. Nevertheless this is one of the many pictures I took of street life in China. Enjoy and comment.

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Xi’an

Xi'an (pinyin: Xī'ān; Wade-Giles: Hsi-An; Postal System Pinyin: Sian), is the capital of Shaanxi province in China and a sub-provincial city. Known as one of the most important cities in Chinese history, Xi'an is listed as one of the Four Great Ancient Capitals of China because it has been the capital of 13 dynasties, including the Zhou, Qin, Han, and Tang. Xi'an is also the eastern end of the Silk Road. The city has more than 3,100 years of history. It was called Chang'an pinyin: Cháng'ān; literally "Perpetual Peace", in ancient times.

Xi'an is the largest and most developed city in the central to north-western part of China and is ranked among the 10 largest cities in the nation. The city is nested between a flood plain created by 8 surrounding rivers and streams, most of which have been too polluted to be used as sources of fresh water. Xi'an borders the northern foot of the Qinling Mountain Ranges to the south, and the banks of Wei River to the north.

One of the four sacred Taoist mountains, Mount Hua, is located at the east of the city. The city covers approximately 16,808 km² of urban area. Its population is around 7.5 million. About 4 million people live in the city area. Xi'an has a large Muslim quarter which is the home to the beautiful 1,360 year old Great Mosque of Xi'an. It is also one of the most heavily trafficked tourist cities within the People's Republic, a destination for tens of thousands of foreign and Chinese tourists alike every year.
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excellent typical scene of life,
very good framing,
well done,

Armel.

A storytelling image. I like it.
Achim

Hi Hans,
Very nice daily life shot.Good moment my friend.Well composed.TFS.

hAyAti

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  • Fons Gold Star Critiquer/Gold Note Writer [C: 1299 W: 2 N: 202] (15606)
  • [2006-11-24 6:41]

Echt mooi beeld uit het straatleven..
Het is nog niet over "de vooruitgang"

a lovely 'slice of life' image, such a great comp and such vibrant colours, the bike with fruit a BONUS, thanx, M, (*_*)

Very nice and interesting compo, pleasant vivid colours. A very spontaneous and natural scene. I lke the kid, the apple baskets, the colourful posters, the bike... almost everything. Great capture. Very good.

TFS,
Andreea

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  • sak Gold Star Critiquer/Silver Workshop Editor/Silver Note Writer [C: 354 W: 14 N: 42] (2173)
  • [2006-11-24 12:29]

Hi Hans,
Prettys shot of daily life. I like it. Very well composed. TFS.

Lovely Candid picture, Hans.
Jan

excellent pov very interesting capture of daily life.

With you wonderful shots, you take me all over the world!...and it doesn't cost me a dime! THANKS! Great shot Hans, as always! Lovely catch!
B-)
Linda

Great image my dear friend Hans... i like it so much... in special the faces... just perfect image... and excellent frame... great my friend...

I especially like the composition you have manged here , with hte bike, and the poses, adn hte baskets. TFS Meagan

beautiful street shot, hans
great colors.
tfs
zoran

pt

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  • Alba Gold Star Critiquer/Gold Note Writer [C: 537 W: 0 N: 206] (2760)
  • [2006-11-25 15:10]

Hi Hans,
I like very much to see shots like yours : a slice of daily life, something simple and so evocative, well done!
Mary

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  • Janice Gold Star Critiquer/Gold Star Workshop Editor/Gold Note Writer [C: 3274 W: 268 N: 7754] (33070)
  • [2006-11-25 17:37]

HI Hans, this is a great everyday shot for us to see on life in Xi'an. Friends stopping and chatting together. Very well captured too. TFS and for your interesting notes too,
Janice

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