September 21, 2009
Day 21 - China history lecture
It was a lecture on Confucianism, Taoism and Buddhism, but we only touched on Confucianism today. China history is really long and complex with all the conquering and expanding of the kingdoms. But it was still quite interesting. We were taught by a dean and he can speak English well and sometimes have a sense of humour.
Afternoon was a trip to the city to explore more - the same old place, Grand Ocean at 步行街. Had Sirloin Steak for lunch! Yummy! Went around to see what we can buy when the National Day sales come. I've targeted on a Nike shoe, but not sure if I need to buy it.
Took a taxi back to campus, the taxi is quite cramp and the price is so much cheaper than Singapore taxi fare rates. Good experience.
Reflections
There are 2 things special about the taxi here - there is actually a barrier between the driver and the back seats, and the rates. For the steel barriers, I assume that it is to prevent theft and threat from the back seat passengers. The rates are very low here, when shared among 4 people, each only have to pay 8RMB only, which is even lower than the starting fare in Singapore! But it is really cramp, not as spacious as Singapore ones.
I've learnt something today too, you can actually stop the bus along the road without having to wait at the bus stop. Just hail it, and you can board!
The Dean.
Coke float! Some time since we see it in Singapore.
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