You can find large lampposts with these cameras all over Tiananmen Square (these particular cameras are situated near the Chairman Mao Memorial Hall) along with numerous uniformed and plainclothes police officers. Since Tiananmen Square has been the site of important demonstrations, the authorities continue to keep a watchful eye on any activities taking place there (exhibit any political activity and you will be quickly whisked away). Despite the government, China is a fascinating country to visit. Cheap flights to Beijing are often available during the winter and there are plenty of different-priced accommodations to choose from.
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From Patricia Racklyeft:
Do you know anything about the sculpture in your photo? What it is called? I took pictures of it when I was in China but now I can’t find any referneces to it. Thank you.
From Lindsay:
No, sorry. I am not sure if it has a name.