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!

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!

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！

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.

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. 

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. 

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.

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.

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.

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!