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Chines Rooftop Spires/Minarets (#3476)
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copyright © 2004 Chris Gregerson.
Available format: 6 megapixel (3072 x 2048 total resolution)
picture date: 2004-06-29
picture date: 2004-06-29
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The tops of these buildings have a soviet style minaret, or silver spheres atop a steeple. I saw this on about half the homes around Hangzhou.
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Post a comment on this pictureThis page last modified:2004-07-22
Sandra Yue Minneapolis MN -- 2004-10-07
I just recently came back from Hangzhou, where I learned that the metal structures on top of the farmers' houses outside the city are actually lightning rods, many of which are quite decorative.
Great photos!