The DVD shop opposite WenLinJie cinema (next to Dicos) was closed when I looked a couple of days ago. Must be a police check (or rumour of). Thanks all.
The DVD shop opposite WenLinJie cinema (next to Dicos) was closed when I looked a couple of days ago. Must be a police check (or rumour of). Thanks all.
Anyone know why all the DVD shops in the WenLinJie area have closed or are now selling other things? A crack down?
@NingSi I've sent you a PM with Robert's School info.
@Ludwig. Fair point about the YF vaccination
Thanks too for for malaria advice. I was actually given Lariam from the UK 6 years ago and it is mentioned as suitable for Bangladesh in this website I looked at:
www.mdtravelhealth.com/destinations/asia/bangladesh.php
However, I'm aware these things change fast and I'd be happy with any suitable malarial prevention meds. Just not sure from where to buy. Appreciate your help.
To be fair, the full WHO quote is a little less reassuring...
"Although the disease has never been reported in Asia, the region is at risk because the conditions required for transmission are present there."
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This place is now closed.
Price is now 100RMB for adults, 70RMB for children.
Some of the animal areas are as far as 10+km from the entrance - you can buy a hop on/off bus ticket for 60RMB per person, but there are also clearly marked walkways for those who are full of energy.
Everything inside is pretty expensive - consider bringing a picnic.
Many of the animals are in large outdoor enclosures. Some are caged. The park calls itself a safari, but this is not a "drive your car amongst the animals" thing. It's more like a decent western zoo.
There are places to handle/be photographed with animals, for a fee. Also, some kids amusements.
The animal show is free, but a waste of time (unless you love watching goats, sheep, pigs, horses etc!!).
Good labelling i English thorughout.
Still worth a visit, especially for the arhat statues. The 11am vegetarian lunch is basic, but still only 10RMB. Free entry.
Prague cafe used to be my favourite cafe in Wenlin area but I went for lunch there today after a few months away and it's really gone downhill (new owners?). The menu was a photocopy, the food was lacklustre and much more expensive than before, the decor was dull and the service so-so. I won't be back there anytime soon.
It's open! And it's free. And its terrific for kids.
The museum is surprisingly interactive (although only 2/3 of the attractions are working) and modern (VR, simulators, touchscreens, etc). Sadly, no English on any of the displays but the fun is in trying to work out how the exhibits work and what they are supposed to be showing. Well worth a visit.
Kunming natural history museum opens
发布者I saw this from the bus yesterday. Has anyone ever visited since it opened some 5 years ago? is it worth a look-see?
Getting Away: Songpan
发布者Did a similar horse/camping trip there about 13 years ago and it doesn't seem to have changed a lot... which is great.
Getting Away: Shicheng
发布者3RMB (instead of 175RMB) for a closer, more natural, less touristy site? I'm sold! Thanks GK!
Recipe: Yunnan-style chicken soup
发布者Good for "heath"? I'm up for "moor" typos! ;-)
Around Town: Xihua Wetlands Park
发布者I was there last week and it is a very unusual and pleasant part of greater Kunming. Hardly anyone there when I visited. The English on the sign I saw called it the "Urban Wetlands" if that helps to track it down. Not far from Guandu Old Town, which is a fun place to visit, too.