Ah, this is my last night in Beijing for this trip. I'm quite happy to be getting out of here actually. While I'm sure Beijing has its charm, I haven't taken to it like I've taken to Hong Kong. This stems mainly from the fact that I don't have friends and family here whilst in Hong Kong I have both. Also, I don't really like the food in Beijing.
I didn't venture much this time around. For some reason, I just didn't feel like going out. Plans to visit the Temple of Heaven (天坛) were scrapped because I saw from afar on Saturday that it was undergoing renovation. The main structure was surrounded by scaffolding. Though the park at the back of it was opened, I didn't see any point in going when the main attraction was closed!
The other more interesting place I went to was 荷花坊 (Lotus Lane) also known as 后海 (Hou Hai). This is Beijing's equivalent to Singapore's Boat Quay but much more happening if you ask me. It was buzzling with lots of activity even on a Sunday night and there were people dancing at the start of the lane.
Anyway, can't wait for Hong Kong! That's my playground!
Posted by DSD at September 6, 2005 12:43 AMhi, I'm a Singaporean working in Beijing for the past three years. Beijing actually has many good Chinese restaurants which suits our taste buds. The prices are so much cheaper compare to what you pay in Singapore. Email me the next time you come to Beijing, I will be glad to bring you around to some of the good restaurants.
Posted by: Mag at September 16, 2005 12:53 AM