Good bye China, Hello Vietnam
China was an experience. I am glad we started here and are moving south. It is a country that requires alot of patience for the nonconversant traveller and I think the rest of South East Asia is going to spoil us a bit. Not knowing any better we didn’t think getting around was that bad at all. OK, so, my top three places in China are:
1. Tiger Leaping Gorge - For the scenery
2. Lhasa - For the train ride and a glimpse at the mysterious Tibet
3. Datong - To see some of China that is not polished and on display. It still holds the title as most disgusting and interesting.
I will not miss the constant spitting, complete inability to stand in a line, split panted babies urinating on the side walk, and lack of toilet paper/hand soap however. Otherwise, I think that China is a bit misunderstood. This time next year when the camera crews roll into Beijing for the Olympics the world will have a chance to take a new look at post Mao China. It is a vibrant and energetic country that is changing so fast. I am interested to see what the future holds for them.
Tags: Travel
August 7th, 2007 at 2:47 pm
Are you doing ‘Top 3’s throughout your adventuring too? Me too! How cute. Sounds like y’all are still in great spirits after lots-o-travel and all that goes with it. Good to hear.