This is a bit of a random question. Google maps shows there is a White Dragon Pool (白龙潭) inside the Forestry University. Does this place still exist or has it been demolished?
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This year the Expo is held in conjunction with the annual trade fair. It seems to be an attempt to place Kunming at the center of a trade bloc that would include ASEAN member nations and South Asian countries such as India, Bangladesh and Nepal. They are considering dropping tariffs in an attempt to increase regional trade in Asia. You can read more here:
www.gokunming.com/[...]
As for tickets, or how to get in, I'm looking into it.
There were 'training sessions' for police, fire departments, SWAT teams and anti-terrorism units held in several parts of the city today. This is in the run-up, as mentioned above, to the China-South Asia Expo. A rundown of the security operations can be found here:
society.yunnan.cn/html/2013-05/25/content_2744413.htm
Mike's got it right. Official word out of the National Space Science and Applied Research Center says it was a rocket launch. Payload was apparently scientific equipment for studying the ionosphere. Pictures and a brief explanation here:
news.sohu.com/20130514/n375886301.shtml
Message boards have gone haywire with comments on everything from UFOs to anti-missile technology tests.
I saw it as well. Looked like it was putting out a ton of smoke and then just faded out. I'll look in the papers tomorrow morning and see if there is any information.
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Passable no-frills Dongbei food including lots of dumplings, tofu, disanxian and other standards. Fair prices too.
A pleasant surprise hiding inconspicuously inside the Second Ring Road. Go for the temple, stay for the lovely forested park and its ample solitude.
Excellent service even when packed and the food is top notch. Great group of owners too.
Had the buffet here recently. A bit expensive but discounts are available for groups. Seafood, including crab, lobster and sushi were all fantastic. European and Chinese dishes were great as well. Beer was included with dinner. Overall, excellent service and food.
Excellent dumplings for omnivores, vegetarians and carnivores. This is a hole in the wall joint with no frills, but the owners are friendly and the dumplings are just right. Five stars if they get higher quality vinegar.
Giveaway: Improv jazz with Martin Berggren
Posted byWe have a winner! Scott Shaffer was the first person to tell us the song was about Pannonica de Koenigswarter, a longtime friend of Monk's and a patron of many New York City jazz musicians. Congratulations Scott.
'Rescue' of 500 dogs sets internet atwitter
Posted by@ Mandeep: Mr Ouyang has been gracious and diligent as a community organizer helping these dogs. He left a message above. You can contact him through GoKunming's messaging function and he can tell you how to make a donation.
Yunnan's economy outpacing national average
Posted by@ blobbles: The economy experienced growth of 10.8 percent when compared to the same time last year. The next three quarters could have growth or contraction so an overall yearly forecast of 40 percent growth is neither implied nor realistic. You are right, no economy expands that fast.
Forest fire burns near Kunming
Posted byA maintenance worker has been arrested in connection with starting the fire. He was charged with littering.
en.kunming.cn/index/content/2012-03/20/content_2882289.htm
Book Review: A Selection of Thirteen Yunnan Poets
Posted by@Barbara
The anthology is currently published only in Chinese.