#119 Teaching at Taizhou Teachers College, China (Part 2,The Silk Road near DUNHUANG, Gansu)

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September 20th 2009

Published: September 18th 2009

***** "It is with deep sadness, that I heard of the recent events and tragedy at my former school in Miami. From so far away, in Taizhou, China, I wish to share in your pain and suffering, that must be overwhelming you, my dear friends and collegues and students at Coral Gables H.S. My memories of almost 20 years with you were of great joy and satisfaction, and I wish I could be there with y... Read Full Entry

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Hans J. Schneider

Hans

After 38 years as a Foreign Language Teacher and Foreign Language Dept. Chair at Coral Gables Sr. H.S., and A.J. Professor of German at the University of Miami, I have left Florida in June of 2006, where my home is in Miami Beach, Florida, USA. I have just signed another year's teaching-contract (my 8th year now) with Taizhou University in the city of Taizhou, located about 3hrs north of Shanghai, in Jiangsu Province, CHINA. I thought it would be informative for others and rewarding for me personally, to log the progress of my efforts from beginning to end, as a Travel and Photo Jo... full info

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Evening Entertainment in Dunhuang, Gansu, Photo #3

The two hour show was spectacular entertainment for us all.

Evening Entertainment in Dunhuang, Gansu, Photo #4

Life camels became part of the show, reminding of their importance in the development of trade and travel along the Silk Road. You see them entering center-stage.

Evening Entertainment in Dunhuang, Gansu, Photo #5

The sets were exotic, and show the influence of the merging cultures, which flourished here at Dunhuang, during the time, when the Silk Road brought East and West closer.

Evening Entertainment in Dunhuang, Gansu, Photo #6

The acrobatics of the young artists were dazzling exhibitions of skill and strength. It was another night in the West of China, that is not easily forgotten.

Our Hotel in Dunhuang, Gansu

Looking much like an ancient desert fortress, our hotel was simply the best. The staff was the most attentive and the accommodations should be a recommendation to all who may wish to visit the city of Dunhuang in Gansu.

Our Hotel in Dunhuang, Gansu

No hotel in China has left me with a better impression. It well deserves its 5 Stars.

Our Hotel in Dunhuang, Gansu

From the roof-top of the hotel, which is open for a spectacular breakfast, we have this spectacular view toward the nearby desert dunes, which we will visit in the next TravelBlog entry.

"Dunes"

Only a short drive from our hotel, sitting on the edge of the desert oasis of Dunhuang, the towering sand-dunes of the surrounding desert become the adventure of the next day. I will share the experiences with you in my next TravelBlog. The summer-travels of 2009 have not yet come to an end.

"Calvin the Camel"

Camels are such beautiful animals, and often seem to have a serene smile on their faces. I called him Calvin, and he was my friend for a day as we journed toward the desert-dunes, surrounding the oasis of Dunhuang,Gansu. You will see more of Calvin in my next Photo-Journal.

Ancient Map of the "Silk Roads"

The Silk Road was not just one road. Various routes connected the flow of trade between East and West. The red lines point to their destinations. They all seem to merge at the stratetig point of Dunhuang Oasis. You will find the city in the "orange" area, now the Province of Gansu, located just a little to the right of the center.

18th September 2009

Stefanie Kinnamon
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Sounds like you had a wonderful trip! Pictures of my adventures would involve five-year-olds with their fingers up their noses. Not quite as picturesque I feel. Its funny, I went to Gansu as well and visited completely different areas. I think two people could have basically the same itinerary and come back with completely different stories. Drop me a line sometime and tell me how you are doing.

18th September 2009

Sue Storr
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More blue skies!
Hi Hans, may I also express my sadness to you regarding Coral Gables High. I know you will be suffering a bit also. You've excelled yourself again! Great blog- still on my "must-see" list! Van cooked itself and cracked the head (of the motor). Too expensive to fix, so trying sans vehicle for a while and see how it goes. Of course that means getting out on my bike a lot more (to and from work especially). Good for the knee rehab- and my return to China- whenever! BTW, you're looking a shadow of your former self!! Hope you are well. Hugs Sue

18th September 2009

Julie
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Keep them coming!
I tune in every morning to see what you've written. I feel like I'm right there with you. I remember the trip to Spain; that was a blast! I still have my rug from Morocco and the many pictures I took. P.S. You're still dressing very sharply! :)

18th September 2009

Sandra Cordoba
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always splendid!
I'm glad you're still posting :D your trips are amazing!

22nd September 2009

Susan Goodman
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lucky you, I loved Dun Huang
Hans, I read your blogs and wish I were back in China. My trip to Dun Huang with Linell was wonderful. The place is absolutely unbelievable. I'm wondering how you got the photos of the inside of the caves (but that's a different issue). We saw our alloted number of caves and then went to the hotel on the outskirts with the fantastic top floor bar and met a French artiste manager who had finally got permission to visit many of the caves. These caves are still unknown to most non-Chinese, and probably most Chinese. I was so glad that Linell knew about them and arranged our trip there. You and she should hook up before she decides to return to the US. She's been in China at least 15 years, maybe closer to 20. Thanks for continuing to do your blogs. I love China, but can't return because of lung problems. I wish I had met you while I was teaching at Nanjing. Susan

29th September 2009

June
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Motivated by what kind of spirit, dare those tresspassers steal away other nation's unreplaceable treasures? Well, while the cowarded, corrupted rulers turned their blind eyes on the robbery, why not to sacrifyce ancesters' legacies for exchange of a few cash, as done by a taoism monk, who was then garding the side? Sad indeed, never mind, these things do happen.

30th September 2009

Julie
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Address
Hans, If you could post or email to me your address, I would like to send some things to you. Thank you!

30th September 2009

June
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Thanks for your tireless work!
Your genuine appreciation of the Chinese culture must have made great impact on many of your students.

3rd October 2009

Hans
Hans J. Schneider

My e-mail for Julie:
HansSchneider102@msn.com

3rd October 2009

Hans
Hans J. Schneider

my address for Julie:
Hans J. Schneider c/o Taizhou Teachers College #100 Chunhui Rd. Taizhou, Jiangsu, PRC 225300

13th October 2009

Julie
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Great, thank you! I'll put together a package for you to be mailed some time in November. I'll let you know when I post it. Have a great week!

21st December 2009

Julie
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Fröhliche Weihnachten!
Hello Hans! I wanted to wish you a Merry Christmas and hope that you have a wonderful holiday. I do have a package for you but I have decided to wait until after the holidays to mail it. I once sent a package to a friend in Italy and he never received it. I know the mail service (especially international) is very chaotic around the holidays. I will be celebrating Christmas at my mother's house. She does the traditional Italian Feast of the 7 Fishes. I am looking forward to it. The family has dwindled now that I am older and I miss having everyone around but they will be remembered as we celebrate. Speak to you soon!

29th October 2010

The main portal of the Mogao Grottoes of Dunhuang, Gansu

杨吟卉
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You are cool

29th October 2010

tony
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how a u
how are you ?do you remember me ?where a u now?

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