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The Deshengmen Embrasure Watchtower is lit by coloured lights in Beijing

The Deshengmen Embrasure Watchtower is lit by coloured lights in Beijing


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The Deshengmen Embrasure Watchtower is lit by coloured lights in Beijing

The Deshengmen Embrasure Watchtower is lit by coloured lights in Beijing August 20, 2010. Beijing is Chinas rapidly changing and endlessly exciting capital, a modern metropolis clinging on to the vestiges of a proud imperial past. REUTERS/Jason Lee (CHINA - Tags: SOCIETY TRAVEL IMAGES OF THE DAY) - GM1E68K1PSO01

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In this photo print, the Deshengmen Embrasure Watchtower in Beijing comes alive with a mesmerizing display of vibrant colored lights. Taken on August 20,2010, by renowned photographer Jason Lee for Reuters Images, this snapshot perfectly encapsulates the essence of China's rapidly changing and endlessly exciting capital. Beijing stands as a modern metropolis that seamlessly blends its contemporary identity with remnants of its proud imperial past. The Deshengmen Embrasure Watchtower serves as a testament to this harmonious coexistence between tradition and progress. Bathed in an array of vivid hues, it becomes an enchanting spectacle that captivates both locals and visitors alike. As night falls over the city, these illuminated lights breathe new life into the watchtower's ancient stones. Each color tells a story – red symbolizes good fortune and celebration while blue evokes tranquility and wisdom. Amidst the bustling streets below, this iconic landmark stands tall as a guardian of history amidst Beijing's ever-evolving landscape. Jason Lee masterfully captures this juxtaposition between old and new through his lens. With every click, he immortalizes not just bricks and mortar but also the spirit of resilience ingrained within Beijing's DNA. This photograph is more than just an image; it represents the soulful journey one embarks upon when exploring China's capital city – where time-honored traditions merge effortlessly with modernity to create an experience that is truly unforgettable.

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