#2 -SECOND TRIP TO CHINA


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August 8th 2007
Published: August 22nd 2007
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Second Trip to China In 2006, I once again chose a place thru the Internet to work in China. This time I chose a place on the coast for a change in scenery. On this trip I saw more of the European influence (past and present) in China. This city called Lianyungang was completely different to Nanchang, which had a 5000-year-old history. My new ‘home town’ had a 260-year-old history! MY HOME ... Read Full Entry



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Eygyto-Roman-Greco petrol station Notice the truck
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Dance show
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one of the many banquettes- the food just kept comming
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islamic markets
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massive temples and gardens in the old capital
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temple at end of peir where sailing events of Olympics will be held
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german bunker
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top of german bunker
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more like Europe than China
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german buildings



25th August 2007

Qingdao, a city I've yet to explore!
Hi again John. Again, a good brief overview of your second sojourn in China, short though it may have been! In May I met a great Japanese lady who has been teaching Japanese in Qingdao for 3 years or so. I hope to visit her soon! The new "D" train service from Shanghai to the outskirts of Qingdao will make this an easier trip to organize! Any tips?
3rd September 2007

Qingdao train
Hi Sue, sorry for delay in responce- very busy here. I don't know anything about the "D" train, so i can't help you. John

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