The China Nobody Wanted Us To See... 🇨🇳

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China doesn't have problem with battery because Chinese phones are well-known for battery life. And also there are portable charger everywhere in China. Just go to convenient store usually there will be portable charger you can scan and rent out for a bit and then you can return it.

Both of you are wonderful human beings. When you show your respect and love toward China, Chinese will return toward you ten times more.🙏

China is actually one of the few countries in Asia that doesn't overcharge tourists. A lot of countries in South East Asia will charge foreign tourists more.

that kid's english surprised me lol. his parents probably send him off for extra classes. donations basically to maintain the temple grounds. since you paid entry you didn't really need to pay more but if you went in a temple with free admission, it wouldn't be a bad idea to donate something inside.

My personal understanding is that people bow to statues or Buddha images to show respect and reverence. As for burning incense, it says "three sticks per person" so it should be free. The box below is a bit like a donation. Generally, it depends on each person's ability and is voluntary rather than forced. There are many gestures and postures for burning incense due to the many Buddhist sects, but most tourists just bow. Burning incense in a temple can be understood as sending one's prayers to the Buddha along with the burning incense and candles, and hoping to receive the Buddha's blessing. The tall trees in the courtyard should be derived from the description of things in the Buddhist scriptures.

The little boy speaking English is so impressive, this means the Chinese Government's English as a second language policy is working. Chinese children will be able to speak the two most used language of commerce in world. Think about that for a while the most spoken language in the world today is Mandarin and the most English speakers in the world will also be in China ! How can the kids in the US and Europe even be able to compete ? Only the wealthy kids in the US are encouraged to learn Mandarin, even Trump's grandchildren are fluent in Mandarin because they know where the future lies !

Auntie loved feeding the fish and turtles. So cute.

This temple complex has connection to the emperor. Ancient buildings in China with golden/yellow roofs are reserved for the royal family and buildings only for the emperor can have 9 little ‘statues’ on top at the side of the curved roof(like the Forbidden City in Beijing.) Lesser rank royals can only have less on the roof depending on rank. You can go spotting this different buildings all over China; also the ceiling decor is much more intricate and opulent for royal buildings.

A wonderful day begins with watching your videos. Thank you for leading us to see a different China from different perspectives. As a Chinese, I have also been to many places that I have never been to. I have been busy with work and hope to have a spontaneous trip like you in the future. Once again, I wish you both all the best, beautiful and kind. ❤️

On the merit box is written the words "voluntary donation", since you do not understand Chinese, the incense is free, the donation is voluntary

Exploring kunming along with your camera is pleasant , Good!

Wow, I’m watching right after you posted it 🎉 Kunming is such a beautiful place!

Thanks for showing us China! And for being respectful!

在视频里我看到你们为“敬香”感到不知所措！并且通过alipay支付了费用。这正是不同文化让你们误会了。实际上，那些香是免费的，至于费用是随意的，甚至不需要支付任何费用。在中国寺院里，那就“心意”！

The landscape of YuanTong Temple descends because the temple was built on YuanTong Mountain. The paths climb and descend according to the landscape of the mountain. There's a zoom behind the temple, YuanTong Zoo, which is our childhood must-go place. Yunnan University campus is also nearby, and it is worth a visit. Lots of historic sites on the campus. There are generally three types of Buddhist temples in China: Han Style Buddhist temples, Tibetan Style Buddhist temples (in Shangri-La), and Hinayana Style Buddhist temples (Thai Style, usually in Southern Yunnan, such as Xishuangbanna 西双版纳)

I was in Kunming last summer. Beautiful city and loved the cool weather!

You two are one of my favorite people. I love your China content. I love your love for the country and its people.

Both of you are so humble believing in the principles of Do As The Romans Did In Rome and Mutual Respect

Always be with you❤