Great shot. I had to go the Beijing a couple of times for work years and years ago. I went round the forbidden city with a raging hang-over (not my proudest moment). I remember that the batteries were running low on my audio guide (Roger Moore’s voice getting more and more slurred) which added to the general weirdness of the whole scenario. I would love to go back to appreciate it properly.
Do you know if Roger Moore is still the voice for the audio guide?
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Great shot. I had to go the Beijing a couple of times for work years and years ago. I went round the forbidden city with a raging hang-over (not my proudest moment). I remember that the batteries were running low on my audio guide (Roger Moore’s voice getting more and more slurred) which added to the general weirdness of the whole scenario. I would love to go back to appreciate it properly.
Do you know if Roger Moore is still the voice for the audio guide?
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I’ve been there . . . good, majestic memories.
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Made me think of China straightaway. Love the contrast. Fab pic!
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Yes, a quiet moment in the Forbidden City
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What lovely views!
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What wonderful views.
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Great shot – he is a very handsome chap!
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What a great shot, there’s so much to look at with the background being as interesting as the subject!
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Fabulous photo!
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Looks lovely there
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interesting shot!
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This reminds me of China…. we went there last year and LOVED it… except for the pollution!
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Spot on!
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Love the contrast – beautiful
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