Good question(s). Well, it's definitely all our neighbourhood (not just our flat or building). We are at the top of a steep hill off XueFuLu. Currently the water is off all day except for 2-3 hours in the evening. (We had this same problem for 6 months, earlier this year). Yes, there's a large water tower at the top of our hill, so I presume we get our water from there. Do you suspect there is a problem pumping the water back into it??
As ever, very annoying that people in some parts of the city are pouring water on the grass while other folk are washing from buckets. Probably even worse in the countryside villages too. We had low pressure water back for two hours last night, but off again this morning. Oddly, we rang the water company and they denied point blank that they were cutting off water to any areas.
@Magnifico
As a long-term non-VPN user in KM I can assure you the cravings do eventually diminish, after a few months. Cold-turkey is rough - use YouKu if the pain gets too much and gradually reduce the dosage. You can do it. You know it makes sense....
All that aside, I was also gutted when I saw it had closed. Good food, English menus, friendly owners. I'd love to know if it's simple moved someone else. Who needs another "clothes and trinkets" shop?
Thanks Vera and team. It's been really good to have an independent, locally-focused, fact-based resources (in English) to refer to throughout the lockdown.
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.
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.
Letter from the editor: Kunming community spirit in times of Corona
Posted byThanks Vera and team. It's been really good to have an independent, locally-focused, fact-based resources (in English) to refer to throughout the lockdown.
The temples of Kunming
Posted byArticles like this used to end with a "How to get there" list of bus routes and address etc. It would still be a useful addition...
How to: Cook a Thanksgiving dinner in China
Posted byNice article
Patrick Scally hands GK editorial reins to Vera van de Nieuwenhof
Posted byAll the best, Patrick. Thank you.
Snapshot: A change of heart in Lijiang Old Town
Posted byGreat advice.