Chinese Movie – The Great Hypnotist《催眠大师》
Price: Free
Where: Keats Lounge
WHAT: Watch a interesting Chinese movie
Who: Students and Teachers
Why:
In 2014，one Chinese movie brought a storm in every cinema. That is The Great Hypnotist《催眠大师》. The movie relatives with a new topic in Modern Chinese society. The story happens between a hypnotist Xu Ruining and his patient Ren Xiaoyan. And the end of story will be a huge surprise for you. All audiences evaluate this movie as the best Chinese movie this year. After this great movie, we will have a discussion about the movie and some interesting topics.
Make dumplings
Price: 20RMB
Where: Keats Resturant
WHAT: Learn to make dumplings and enjoy some tasty dumpings
Who: Students and Teachers
Why:
Dumpling is a traditional food in northern China. In northern China, during the Spring Festival, every family makes dumplings together and eats dumplings. There are a lot of cooking methods for dumplings, such as: steamed, boiled, fried, etc., you can choose different dumpling stuffings according to your own taste. We will prepare all the materials for you, and let’s make dumplings together.
Day Trip to Stone Forest
Price: Cost: Ticket – 170RMB Bus – 100RMB
Where: Meet ar Keats school first and then take bus there
WHAT: Visit Stone Forest
Who: Students and Teachers
Why:
The Stone Forest is located about 80 miles to the southeast of Kunming. It is one of famous places in Kunming Yunnan. There are many various shapes of rocks in stone forest. The splendor of the Stone Forest is enhanced by the local customs of the native Sani people (who are part of the Yi minority). Sani people are industrious and hospitable——and unconstrained. If you ever visit Kunming, Stone Forest is a must-see place.
Learn a Chinese Song
Price: Free
Where: Keats Lounge
WHAT: Learn to sing a Chinese song
Who: Students and Teachers
Why:
We will learn to sing a Chinese song and the lyrics is a very famous ancient poem. The poem sounds more beautiful with a melody. Learning Chinese poems can help us practice our pronunciation; our teacher will explain the meaning and background of the poem to you. We believe you will have a better grasp of Chinese ancient poem after this activity. Come and join us.
Day Trip to Jiaoye Park
Price: Cost: bus — 4 yuan ticket： 20 yuan
Where: Meet at Keats school first, and then take bus to Jiaoye Park
WHAT: To visit Jiaoye Park
Who: Students and Teachers
Why:
Jiaoye Park is a very large park located in the north of Kunming. It is far to get to the park from the city center. The park’s air is also very pleasant, with large areas of lawn and even its own lake. The Kunming locals often go there for family picnics. If you happen to go at this particular season, you will see lots of flowers. If you are tired of cars and skyscrapers in the city, Jiaoye Park is a great place to spend a tranquil afternoon and immersed yourself in the nature. Come and relax with us!
Chinese Card Game
Price: Free
Where: Keats Lounge
WHAT: Learn to Play Chinese Card Game
Who: Students and Teachers
Why:
There are many different ways to study Chinese, among which, games feature as an excellent method. Today we will play a card game in which entertainment meets Mandarin to culminate in a game of light-hearted fun with an educational element. Many of our teachers will also be coming to participate, who aside from merely playing, will also be on hand to help you with your Chinese. And so now, let the games begin!
Day Trip to Dounan Flower Market
Price: subway – 10 yuan
Where: Meet at Keats school and take subway there
WHAT: To visit Dounan Flower Market
Who: Students and Teachers
Why:
Dounan Flower Market is the largest and the most important wholesale market of fresh flowers in China. The market boasts more than 500 flower stalls, which offer flowers that originated from different cities throughout China and are bound for export to many other countries. Whether you’re simply looking to buy the common flowers at a cheap wholesale price or are looking to buy some of the rare varieties, Dounan Market can meet everyone and anyone’s needs. We can catch the subway from downtown, straight to the market. Once there, you certainly won’t be able to resist buying at least a bunch of beautiful flowers.
Yunnan Minorities Museum
Price: bus – 4 yuan ticket – Free
Where: Meet at Keats school and take bus to Yunnan Minorities Museum
WHAT: Visit Yunnan Minorities Museum
Who: Students and Teachers
Why:
Minority culture is one of Yunnan’s treasures. This Sunday we will have a chance to learn about the minority culture in Minorities museum. In the museum, there are exhibitions about clothing, instrument, wedding, working tools, language, and so on. You will find there are so many things that you don’t know. We are sure that by the time you finish visiting the museum, you will have a better understanding about minorities’ culture.
Dynamic Yunnan Show
Price: 190 yuan （VIP seat）
Where: Yunan art theater
WHAT: Watch Dynamic Yunnan Show
Who: Students and Teachers
Why:
You will feel disappointed if you will never watch this show when you travel in Yunnan. Dynamic Yunnan is a remarkable show in Yunnan. It was created by a famous artist- Yang Liping. It combined with minority music, dance, folk songs and so on. All people were attracted by it. This show was performed in other countries many times and welcomed by all audiences. If you come to Kunming, it is a must-do activity for you.
Moslem Food
Price: bus ticket: 2 yuan food – 50 yuan
Where: Meet at school and take bus to a nice Moslem resturant
WHAT: Dinner in Moslim Restaurant
Who: Students and Teachers
Why:
There are more than 20 minorities in Yunnan province. One of the famous is Hui people. Their delicious foods are attractive. There are many famous Hui people’s restaurants in Kunming. You can try the special dishes there. This Sunday we will introduce one of the famous Hui restaurants. This restaurant is not far from school and the environment is full of Hui style. And the dishes are really delicious. Once you try, you will love it.
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