The Grand Canal

Tour Day 15: Saturday, May 5, 2001

The Trip From Wuxi to Suzhou

This Is A Busy, Busy Canal

No Room For Pleasure Boats Here

Most Carry Coal

They are often so heavily loaded, that it's a wonder that they don't sink.

Many Live On These Boats

The boat in the picture above may be the operator's home. Often they carry potted plants to make things more like home. Perhaps the potted plants serve as their herb garden.

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