If you’ve ever wondered if there are actually 1.3 billion Chinese people, pop in for a quick visit and you’ll not only never doubt the veracity of that astronomical number, but will quickly be convinced all of them are in line in front of you. I’ve never waited in line so much in my life. Who knows what’s at the end of the line, by the time you get there you’re dead. I suspect that’s the reward, you die and Chairmen Mao’s ghost give you an eternity high five, which as everyone knows are the best high fives. It was 102 degrees when we landed, and stayed that way pretty much the whole time we were there. When you’re outdoors waiting in line for hours on end, I suggest you wait until it’s at least 102.
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