Goat Head Soup is sold throughout Xinjiang, but why char them over a fire first?
Tuesday, 10 March 2009
A story from Kashgar Old Town
Taken in Old Town in Kashgar, we stopped as I noticed fire reflecting off the panels in a dark alleyway and peered in. Looking up, he grinned and gestured for us to enter. At first glance we saw a young man cooking something over a fire. At second glance, we saw a pile of white goat skulls in one corner and a pile of charred goat skulls in another.
Goat Head Soup is sold throughout Xinjiang, but why char them over a fire first?
Goat Head Soup is sold throughout Xinjiang, but why char them over a fire first?
Sunday, 8 March 2009
Catching the Great Bear
A few nights ago before forecasts of strong winds and heavy snow showers, there was a very clear night.
This picture was taken for 120 seconds, resulting in a discernible streak of stars. Cloud cover prevented very long exposures, but I do intend for a longer star trail one night.
The Great Bear, the Plough or Ursa Major is one of the easiest constellations to spot. The bit I recognise looking into the night sky is highlighted in pink. Everything else is drawn using Google Sky.
This picture was taken for 120 seconds, resulting in a discernible streak of stars. Cloud cover prevented very long exposures, but I do intend for a longer star trail one night.
The Great Bear, the Plough or Ursa Major is one of the easiest constellations to spot. The bit I recognise looking into the night sky is highlighted in pink. Everything else is drawn using Google Sky.
Monday, 2 March 2009
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