During July, Liminbu valley is a blaze of pale blue as the linseed fields flower. 

 

 

 

The seeds are used to produce oil for cooking. 

 

Potatoes are also grown in the valley, here seen with the Great Wall in the background. 

 

Village children in front of the remnants of a watch tower. 

 

 
The Elmers in China Photo Gallery produced by Richard Elmer.   If you have any comments or want to use any photos, drop me a line!  Revised: 16 Jul 2007 09:42:24 +0100.