The Sacred Way of the Ming Tombs was built in 1435 and was extended
in 1504. Between the Tablet Pavilion and the Dragon and Phoenix
Gate is a long walkway flanked on both sides by stone animals and
statues. These 36 figures, erected between 1436 and 1438, represent
lions, xie zhi (legendary animals), camels, elephants, Chinese
unicorns, horses, military and civilian officials and meritorious
ministers.
To log this one, find the statue at the coordinates and email me
with a description of what it is and what it is doing. Be specific
-- don't just say you found an elephant, instead tell me that you
found an elephant standing on three legs. Make sure you include
enough detail so that I know it's not a guess.
An admission fee is required to enter the Sacred Way but if
you're a tourist in Beijing for more than one day, you'll end up
here anyway!
PLEASE DO NOT POST ANY PHOTOS THAT MIGHT GIVE AWAY THE "ANSWER"
TO THIS CACHE. THANKS.