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Published: September 26th 2011
This past weekend I learned that the Chinese translation of Bungee jumping is 'Ben Zhu Tiao' literally 'stupid pig jump.' It was posted on a sign at the center of Baiyun Shan (white clowd mountain).
When I arrived at the center of the mountain there were rides and games with no people; just burned out carnies looking at empty bumper cars; semi-employed transients who just dusted off their wind breakers ready for the off season. It was a desolate afternoon. September is when the old folks take the mountain back for tai chi, and the bungee jumping safetey instructor looks out at the crowd of 80 somethings hoping one to attract a grey haired adrenaline junky.
Of course there is the "natural beauty" scam of a five yuan entrance fee, and the very top of the mountain has another cover charge. The best option is to climb up before sunset and have dinner at the cafe just below the summit. You can see a semi panoramic view from the terrace.
There is also a great practical joke of the "Keep Fit Walk." an entire path decorated in beautiful round stones. Which if you stand on
3 women hitting a tree with a stick
That's a way to beat inflation, Find fruit in the park.will send blood to certain organs if you stand on them. It also sends pain into your feet. The photos will show evidence of this. Walking barefoot across tiny sharp rocks does cause pain, I've attached photos to prove this.
The hiking was lovely, it was very easy to get lost and forget that this city has ten million residents. Really a great afternoon. As the sun set and we made our way back down the mountain there were three women hitting a fig tree with a stick. They actually drew a crowd, people stopped to watch, wondering what these cooky ladies were doing. Enjooy the photo.
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