Play Mahjong
Price: Free
Where: Keats Lounge
WHAT: Learn to Play to Chinese Mahjong
Who: Students and Teachers
Why:
Mahjong, orginated in China, is commonly played by four players. The origin of mahjong is widely discussed and one possible origin suggests that Confucius, the Chinese philosopher, developed the game in about 500 BC. The rules of mahjong are complicated, but don’t worry, we are here to help. Once you master all the rules, you will be attracted by the charm of it. Welcome to enjoy this activity!
Day Trip to Yunnan Provincial Museum
Price: Free
Where: Meet at Keats school first, and then take bus to the museum
WHAT: Visit Yunnan Provincial Museum
Who: Students and Teachers
Why:
Yunnan Provincial Museum is a comprehensive museum. It is located in Wuyi road of Kunming and it was established in August 1951. Yunnan Provincial Museum has a great collection of ancient bronze, ancient coins, ceramics, calligraphy, painting, stamps and various handcrafts, which have more than 200 thousand years of history. This is the best place for you to know about Yunnan’s culture and history. Let’s get the amazing trip started!
Play Chinese Chess
Price: Free
Where: Keats Lounge
WHAT: Learn to Play to Chinese Chess
Who: Students and Teachers
Why:
Chinese Chess or Xiangqi, is a very popular game in China. It has thousands of years history in China. It is suitable for all age groups. Containing the traditional Chinese philosophies, Chinese Chess has strict rules and a complete system, which are very helpful for your logic training and also it is a good way of entertaining. Welcome to enjoy this activity！
Day Trip to Yuantong Park
Price: bus – 2 yuan ticket – 30 yuan
Where: Yuantong Park
WHAT: Visit the Yuantong Park and Enjoy the Malus spectabilis
Who: Students and Teachers
Why:
Yuantong Park, located in Kunming city center，is the old zoo in Kunming. Now there are still many lovely animals in it. Besides many animals, the March of every year, around thousands of cherry trees and more than one thousand Malus spectabilis will bloom in the park. Please don’t miss the beautiful scenery. We wait for you at the school and take to the wonderland.
Dai Flavor Food This Weekend
Price: 50 yuan per person
Where: Meet at the school first and walk to the Dai Flavor Restaurant
WHAT: Dinner at Dai Flavor Restaurant
Who: Students and Teachers
Why:
There are 55 minority groups in China and Dai minority is one of the unique minority groups in China. They live in Xishuangbanna, southern Yunnan province. The Dai people have their own language, customs, festival and so on. In particular, Dai’s food, they are good at using natural ingredients to make all kinds of delicious food. We are going to try “Dai Flavor Food” this weekend at a nice restaurant. Join us and we can’t wait for a fabulous dinner.
Chinese Card Game
Price: Free
Where: Keats Lounge
WHAT: Learn to Play to Chinese Card Game
Who: Students and Teachers
Why:
Every culture has its unique way to play cards. Do you want to know how Chinese people play cards? Then welcome to our Card Game event and we will teach you how to play cards with Chinese people. It is also a good way to help you improve your Chinese listening and Chinese speaking.
Day Trip to Daguan Park
Price: bus – 4 yuan ticket – 20 yuan
Where: Meet at Keats school 16th floor and take bus to the Daguan Park
WHAT: Visit the Daguan Park
Who: Students and Teachers
Why:
Daguan park, one of the famous and historical parks in China, has the longest couplet in China. It is located next to the Dianchi lake. Taking an excursion to the Daguan Park is a great way to enjoy the beautiful spring in Kunming. You can view Western Hills called the “Sleeping Beauty” and the peaceful Dianchi lake. Let’s go and enjoy the flowers while it is still extremely cold in other cities of China.
Chinese Movie with English Subtitle
Price: Free
Where: Keats Lounge
WHAT: Watch a Chinese movie with English Subtitle
Who: Students and Teachers
Why:
We will recommend one of best movies of Zhang Yimou who is top 5 directors in China. If you want to know Chinese people’s daily life in the end of Qing Dynasty, welcome to join this week’s Chinese corner. After the movie, we will discuss about this movie in Chinese.
Daytrip to Golden Temple
Price: bus-2 yuan ticket- 30 yuan
Where: Golden Temple
WHAT: visit the Golden Temple
Who: Students and Teachers
Why:
Golden Temple is located in the east of Kunming. The golden Temple was first built in the 30th year of emperor Wanli’s rule(1602) in the Ming dynasty. During Jan. to Feb. It is the best time to visit there, because there is a camellia Show.
Local Snack
Price: 30 yuan
Where: Meet at the school first, and then walk to the restaurant
WHAT: Enjoy some tasty Yunnan flavor snacks
Who: Students and Teachers
Why:
Kunming not only offers beautiful scenery and great weather, it also has delicious food. Every dish has its own special quality, including all flavors such as sweet, sour, salty, and spicy. So, There’s something for everyone! Let’s enjoy this food together!
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