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| Suzhou, China |
One of the biggest culture shocks the group experienced that
had not previously been to Asia was that the restrooms often did not have the
traditional toilet. Rather, they would have the indoor version of an outhouse
which was quite the shock for those of us that had never experienced this style
of restroom. This was the first experience I had with the restroom in China
outside of the hotel and this was at Suzhou university.
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| Shanghai, China |
The Bund in Shanghai was a vibrant place featuring many
shops and views, such as this view of the Shanghai financial district. The
metro station made travel across the water possible for us tourists and we
visited that side of the city immediately prior to this picture being taken.
This trip was a pure test of ability to navigate an unknown city and its public
transportation.
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| Shenzhen, China |
The poverty and inequality in terms of income and quality of
life were substantially low for the people of China. Homeless people, often
disabled, were very prevalent and were often in the middle of the sidewalk
asking for money from passerby.
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| Hong Kong, Hong Kong, China |
This photo illustrates the dichotomy between the view of the
city from high up versus the view of the city from the street. From above, it is
evident the many moving parts of the city such as the people, the flow of
traffic, and the constant construction and how it all appears to be a big
puzzle. From the bottom, the pool on the rooftop and the vegetation surrounding
it alongside the vegetation and hideouts on the other high rises was
non-evident, alongside the incredible architecture as is depicted in the
building at the top left.
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| Beijing, China |
This photo was taken at the only wonder of the world located
in China, The Great Wall. Although this wall was built to promote separation
from the Mongols, in this picture it is clear that many years later, this wall
serves to promote unity for those who visit to marvel at its beauty and
grandeur.
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