An Introduction to Chinese Medicine and ExerciseChinese Medicine In all its forms, Chinese medicine is holistic - it considers the whole body (and mind). It sees diseases as symptoms of lack of balance in some aspect of the whole and seeks to bring the body back to harmony. Indeed, the word dis-ease simply means 'not at ease'. When the father of western medicine, Hippocrates, declared 'Let food be your medicine', he was very much in line with Chinese thinking. However, science, with its focus on reductionist logic, has led to a reliance on drugs which are intended to be direct fixes but which actually often further disturb the body's carefully balanced systems producing side effects. Further, drug-based medicine often addresses only symptoms and not underlying causes. Exercise In China, exercise is everywhere - an important part of Chinese culture through the philosophical foundations of Chinese thought that emphasise the harmony of body and mind. Hence, exercise is not just exercise in the western sense, often it involves a spiritual or mental side as in the martial arts and QiGong. Balance (control) and suppleness are prized as much, if not more, than strength and stamina. This is seen beautifully in Chinese acrobatics. The primary concept in the spiritual / mental dimension to native Chinese exercises is to achieve harmony of one's Qi. Qi is the flow of energy or life-force in the body, heaven and all living things - an ancient Taoist notion. Schoolchildren, and many workers, begin the day with 15 minutes of exercise. Ping Pong Although the name sounds Chinese, 'Ping Pong' probably was coined because of the sound the ball makes when hit near and far (by oneself and your opponent). The exact origins are obscure but Ping Pong (Table Tennis) has been popular across the world, especially so in China, Japan and Korea. China has had great success internationally at Ping Pong but it is its popularity among ordinary people that has given it a place in Chinese Culture. Ping Pong tables are commonly found in parks and other outdoor spaces. If you stop to have a look you may well be invited to a game!
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ShangHai: 20 Kid-Friendly Places to Visit
Shanghai Disneyland (上海迪士尼乐园 Shànghǎi Díshìní Lèyuán): Enjoy magical attractions and meet Disney characters at this theme park.
Ocean Aquarium (上海海洋水族馆 Shànghǎi Hǎiyáng Shuǐzúguǎn): Explore marine life exhibits and interactive displays.
Century Park (世纪公园 Shìjì Gōngyuán): Relax in green spaces and enjoy boating on the lake in this expansive park.
Shanghai Natural History Museum (上海自然博物馆 Shànghǎi Zìrán Bówùguǎn): Learn about dinosaurs, fossils, and natural history.
Shanghai Science and Technology Museum (上海科技馆 Shànghǎi Kējìguǎn): Discover interactive exhibits on science and technology.
Shanghai Zoo (上海动物园 Shànghǎi Dòngwùyuán): Visit pandas, monkeys, and other animals in this popular zoo.
Shanghai Children's Museum (上海儿童博物馆 Shànghǎi Értóng Bówùguǎn): Interactive museum with exhibits designed for children.
Happy Valley Shanghai (上海欢乐谷 Shànghǎi Huānlègǔ): Amusement park with thrilling rides and entertainment.
Shanghai Ocean Aquarium (上海海洋水族馆 Shànghǎi Hǎiyáng Shuǐzúguǎn): Explore marine life exhibits and interactive displays.
Shanghai Changfeng Ocean World (上海长风海洋世界 Shànghǎi Chángfēng Hǎiyáng Shìjiè): Enjoy a variety of aquatic attractions and shows.
Shanghai Botanical Garden (上海植物园 Shànghǎi Zhíwùyuán): Explore diverse plant collections and enjoy outdoor activities.
Shanghai Circus World (上海马戏城 Shànghǎi Mǎxì Chéng): Watch acrobatic performances and circus acts.
Shanghai Disney Store (上海迪士尼商店 Shànghǎi Díshìní Shāngdiàn): Shop for Disney merchandise and souvenirs.
Shanghai Natural Wild-Insect Kingdom (上海自然野生昆虫馆 Shànghǎi Zìrán Yěshēng Kūnchóngguǎn): Learn about insects and their habitats.
Shanghai Haichang Ocean Park (上海海昌海洋公园 Shànghǎi Hǎichāng Hǎiyáng Gōngyuán): Enjoy marine-themed attractions and shows.
Shanghai Madame Tussauds (上海杜莎夫人蜡像馆 Shànghǎi Dùshā Fūrén Làxiàngguǎn): Pose with lifelike wax figures of celebrities.
Shanghai Happy Valley (上海欢乐谷 Shànghǎi Huānlègǔ): Amusement park with thrilling rides and entertainment.
Shanghai Film Park (上海电影公园 Shànghǎi Diànyǐng Gōngyuán): Explore film sets and learn about movie production.
Shanghai Changfeng Park (上海长风公园 Shànghǎi Chángfēng Gōngyuán): Enjoy green spaces and outdoor activities.
Shanghai Changfeng Ocean World (上海长风海洋世界 Shànghǎi Chángfēng Hǎiyáng Shìjiè): Enjoy a variety of aquatic attractions and shows.
ShangHai: 30 More Places to Visit
The Bund (外滩 Wàitān): Enjoy iconic skyline views and colonial architecture along the Huangpu River.
Yu Garden (豫园 Yù Yuán): Explore classical Chinese gardens and traditional architecture.
Shanghai Tower (上海中心大厦 Shànghǎi Zhōngxīn Dàshà): Visit one of the tallest buildings in the world for breathtaking views.
Nanjing Road (南京路 Nánjīng Lù): Shop for souvenirs, fashion, and electronics on this bustling shopping street.
Jin Mao Tower (金茂大厦 Jīn Mào Dàshà): Visit this skyscraper for observation decks and a luxurious hotel.
Shanghai World Financial Center (上海环球金融中心 Shànghǎi Huánqiú Jīnróng Zhōngxīn): Enjoy panoramic views from the Skywalk Observatory.
Shanghai Museum (上海博物馆 Shànghǎi Bówùguǎn): Explore Chinese art and artifacts in this renowned museum.
Tianzifang (田子坊 Tiánzǐ Fāng): Wander through narrow alleys filled with shops, galleries, and cafes.
Power Station of Art (上海当代艺术博物馆 Shànghǎi Dāngdài Yìshù Bówùguǎn): Explore contemporary art exhibitions in a former power station.
Shanghai Urban Planning Exhibition Center (上海城市规划展示馆 Shànghǎi Chéngshì Guīhuà Zhǎnshì Guǎn): Learn about the development of Shanghai through interactive exhibits.
Shanghai French Concession (上海法租界 Shànghǎi Fǎ Zūjiè): Explore leafy streets, historic buildings, and trendy boutiques.
Longhua Temple (龙华寺 Lónghuá Sì): Visit one of the oldest and largest Buddhist temples in Shanghai.
Zhujiajiao Water Town (朱家角 Zhūjiājiǎo): Explore ancient canals, bridges, and traditional architecture in this historic water town.
Xintiandi (新天地 Xīntiāndì): Shop, dine, and explore entertainment venues in this renovated historic area.
Huangpu River Cruise (黄浦江游船 Huángpǔ Jiāng Yóuchuán): Enjoy scenic views of Shanghai's skyline from the river.
Shanghai Tower (上海中心大厦 Shànghǎi Zhōngxīn Dàshà): Visit one of the tallest buildings in the world for breathtaking views.
Nanjing Road (南京路 Nánjīng Lù): Shop for souvenirs, fashion, and electronics on this bustling shopping street.
Jin Mao Tower (金茂大厦 Jīn Mào Dàshà): Visit this skyscraper for observation decks and a luxurious hotel.
Shanghai World Financial Center (上海环球金融中心 Shànghǎi Huánqiú Jīnróng Zhōngxīn): Enjoy panoramic views from the Skywalk Observatory.
Shanghai Museum (上海博物馆 Shànghǎi Bówùguǎn): Explore Chinese art and artifacts in this renowned museum.
Tianzifang (田子坊 Tiánzǐ Fāng): Wander through narrow alleys filled with shops, galleries, and cafes.
Power Station of Art (上海当代艺术博物馆 Shànghǎi Dāngdài Yìshù Bówùguǎn): Explore contemporary art exhibitions in a former power station.
Shanghai Urban Planning Exhibition Center (上海城市规划展示馆 Shànghǎi Chéngshì Guīhuà Zhǎnshì Guǎn): Learn about the development of Shanghai through interactive exhibits.
Shanghai French Concession (上海法租界 Shànghǎi Fǎ Zūjiè): Explore leafy streets, historic buildings, and trendy boutiques.
Longhua Temple (龙华寺 Lónghuá Sì): Visit one of the oldest and largest Buddhist temples in Shanghai.
Zhujiajiao Water Town (朱家角 Zhūjiājiǎo): Explore ancient canals, bridges, and traditional architecture in this historic water town.
Xintiandi (新天地 Xīntiāndì): Shop, dine, and explore entertainment venues in this renovated historic area.
Huangpu River Cruise (黄浦江游船 Huángpǔ Jiāng Yóuchuán): Enjoy scenic views of Shanghai's skyline from the river.
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Plus the Paradise Island Water Park in ChengDu, the Arkansas Jazz Band in ChengDu, and a lot more ...
We end with a clip from 'ChongQing from the Air', starting with the city at night, and followed by the awesome natural scenery in the surrounding area, including the beautiful peaks and valleys of the Three Gorges area ...
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ChengDu Pandas, LeShan Giant Buddha and Mount Emei
Paradise Island Water Park, ChengDu
Arkansas Jazz Band, ChengDu, plus local dancers
Two scenes from ChengDu
ChongQing from the air
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Season's Greetings to all our visitors, from BeijingBuzzz, 2020 / 2021 :)
A fantastic flash mob surprises and catches the hearts of all in a BeiJing mall (China World Mall).
Love music? Don't miss this great film (turn up the volume; high quality audio) ...
一群喜好音樂的志願者在北京國貿的美食街快閃表演了美麗動人的歌曲，包括 "月亮代表我的心", "彎彎的月亮", "甜蜜蜜", "讓我們蕩起雙槳", "茉莉花", "站在高崗上" 以及 "高山青"。我們帶給了現場群眾意外的驚喜，也希望可以跟全世界的朋友分享這份喜悅。
A heart-warming surprise performance of popular traditional Chinese songs at the food court of the China World Trade Center, GuoMao, central-east Beijing. By artists from Taiwan and the China World Trade Center Chorus, plus many passers by.
The 7 songs : "The Moon Represents My Heart" (Yue Liang Dai Biao Wo De Xin), "The Crescent Moon" (Wan Wan De Yue Liang), "Oh, How Sweet" (Tian Mi Mi), "Let's Row the Paddles" (Rang Wo Men Dang Qi Shuang Jiang), "Jasmine Flower" (Mo Li Hua), "Standing on the Hilltop" (Zhan Zai Gao Gang Shang), "The Mountain is Green" (Gao Shan Qing).
This follows a similar event at Taipei 101 in Taiwan, back in the summer.
Bravo to everyone involved !
"Strangers become friends" - we need more of this ...
Peace ...
Love ...
See you all in 2021 .....
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'Umbrella' protests 2. Who's behind the curtain and what is the real agenda ?
With Michelle Greenstein and Rick Sanchez of RT ...
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Within ShangHai, the HuangPu River has an average width of 400 meters and is crossed by many subway train lines, other tunnels, bridges and ferries.
The river divides the city into two regions: PuDong to the east and PuXi (the older part of Shanghai that includes the Bund) to the west. It is the last major tributory of the YangTse River before the East China Sea.
Bonus film - a stroll along the Bund, in 4k / UHD ...
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TiánZǐFāng is a neighborhood of labyrinthine alleyways off TaiKang Road (TàiKāng Lù).
TianZiFang is known for small craft stores, coffee shops, trendy art studios and narrow alleys. It has become a popular tourist destination in ShangHai, and an example of the preservation of local ShiKuMen architecture, with some similarities to XinTianDi.
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GuangXi province in south China. A very picturesque place, with thousands of tall karst limestone hills.
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A beautiful film by LiZiQi ...
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