This trip gave me a deeper understanding of China, especially in Shanghai and Yangzhou, and it changed some of my thoughts and perspectives I had of China before I went on this trip. This trip also made me appreciate what we had in Singapore, and not to take these things for granted, because these things were not things that could come by easily. It also made me think that Singapore is really fortunate to be so prosperous, and the education we receive is so good, compared to China's. When we went to the school in Yangzhou for the exchange program, we observed the way of life in their school. I finally realized that their life in school was much more tedious compared to ours. They had even longer school hours than us and there wasn't much rest time for them. Their lessons were also very "detailed" and the content being taught was very rich, and I would not be able to absorb so much knowledge if I were them. This taught me to be grateful that RV was different, as it organised different events at different times of the year, so that we students can relax and have a good break. Over in their school, I couldn't see any events or campaigns, and they studied and studied all the time, which seems to make their school life boring.
I enjoyed the time when we were have P.E lessons with our Chinese buddies and it was a very fun and enriching experience. Unlike our P.E , their P.E was meant to be fun and enjoyed. The teacher who taught us the Wushu was also really funny and he was a good teacher. Although the lesson was pretty short and simple, I got to experience how their P.E lessons are like.
Also, I have become more aware of the values and beliefs of people in China. From the way I have observed the students at the Yangzhou school, I can tell that the Chinese students are very well behaved, and they have a lot of self-discipline, unlike most of us. During their lesson time, they sit up very straight and listen attentively, without fidgeting or doing other things. This is probably because of their very strict teachers, who want to instil values like self-discipline in the students. When they want to ask a question, they will raise up their hands and not just shout out the answer whenever they want. This shows that they are very orderly and they know the appriopriate time to talk. What I can also infer from this is that the students take a lot of initiative to answer questions. Almost immediately after the teacher asks a question, someone would raise up their hands to answer the question. We RVians should learn from the Chinese students to be more initiative.
I am proud to be a Singaporean because although we don't have a such a long history or culture, we have many "trends" that only we know or do. We also have many terms which other foreigners will not understand, that is only unique to us Singaporeans. I am also proud of the fact that Singapore is a multi-racial community, which is a very rare thing, as countries like in the middle-east often have many conflicts due to discrimination of races and religions. This just shows how bonded and united Singapore is as one. We might not have the history or the power, but what we have is one big bonded community, regardless of race, language or religion. Singapore offers so many opportunities for us to grow, and we should treasure these opportunities which will benefit us in future. That is why I am proud to be a Singaporean.
In Shanghai, the Chinese preserved the areas such as the Bund and the French Concession. They preserved them by keeping the old structure of the buildings there, while converting some of the insides into trendy cafés or even museums, which showcase the history of these monuments or buildings. Even though the old life or culture of the building might be gone, they made an effort to preserve it by installing museums so that people will be keen about these histories.For example, in the French Concession, there were many old westernized buildings that were from the past, but the government managed to turn that place into a new tourist attraction, and tourists will be able to appreciate the long history of these sights, while seeing the new side of it at the same time. If they just keep the buildings there without anything in them, the entire place would not be popular for the young people, and it might just end up being a dead town that was abandoned. Singapore should learn from China and instead of destroying the old buildings that were rich in history, they could make use of it to build cafés and museums , that could attract many young people. These young people can learn the history behind these buildings or sites at the same time, while eating or drinking
Sunday, 13 July 2014
Yangzhou Day6 RV Trip Advisor
1）我们在第六天里去了个园游览。我觉得个园很值得去观看一下，因为那里我们看到了很独特的景色。这里绿树满满，也看到了很多竹子，非常有特色。
在这个个园里，我们也注意到了很多不同家中的院子，他们各个都有自己的设计，所以我们看了觉得很有趣。
这个是在一个房间里的一个书法。它的‘勤’少了一个横，这表示住在这里的孩子还需要多努力，因为他还不够勤劳。
总分：4/5
2）We went to the Volkswagen Factory. We could see the procedures of the constructing of the cars in the factory. It was really cool as it was the first time I seen or ever been into a car factory, so it was a very interesting experience.
I learnt that the staff in this company put in alot of effort in their work, regardless of their positions in the company. It manages to convince their customers that they could trust Volkswagen.I can also tell that they are trustable from their attitude at the factory. Also, their workplace environment was built to the satisfactation of their workers. It was really neat and I could tell that it was very modern because they even used smooth electronic buggies to show us around the factory.
Total Ratings: 3.5/5
3) We also went to the paper cutting museum in Yangzhou and we were taught how to cut simple animals. Even though it looked so boring and simple, the real process was actually very difficult and a lot of patience and determination was needed. I made so many mistakes and cut so many wrong parts and i was feeling kind of frustrated and down. But I thought to myself that there were many other much more challenging paper cuttings so I had the motivation to complete the animal patiently
Total Ratings: 3/5
4) We went to the 大明寺。It was a long climb up the hill to the entrance of the temple. We also went to see a pagoda inside the temple which some of my friends tried to climb. I highly do not recommend a trip here as it is not worth the climb and it is boring.
总分：4/5
2）We went to the Volkswagen Factory. We could see the procedures of the constructing of the cars in the factory. It was really cool as it was the first time I seen or ever been into a car factory, so it was a very interesting experience.
I learnt that the staff in this company put in alot of effort in their work, regardless of their positions in the company. It manages to convince their customers that they could trust Volkswagen.I can also tell that they are trustable from their attitude at the factory. Also, their workplace environment was built to the satisfactation of their workers. It was really neat and I could tell that it was very modern because they even used smooth electronic buggies to show us around the factory.
Total Ratings: 3.5/5
3) We also went to the paper cutting museum in Yangzhou and we were taught how to cut simple animals. Even though it looked so boring and simple, the real process was actually very difficult and a lot of patience and determination was needed. I made so many mistakes and cut so many wrong parts and i was feeling kind of frustrated and down. But I thought to myself that there were many other much more challenging paper cuttings so I had the motivation to complete the animal patiently
4) We went to the 大明寺。It was a long climb up the hill to the entrance of the temple. We also went to see a pagoda inside the temple which some of my friends tried to climb. I highly do not recommend a trip here as it is not worth the climb and it is boring.
Total Ratings: 2/5
Thaddeus(32)
Saturday, 12 July 2014
Trip Advisory Day 4 and 5
Day 4- 第一天到扬州大学学习
扬州大学的学生们都很孝顺，跟我们比起来，真的差得远。他们上课的之态，回答的能力，努力学习的态度，都能从他们上课时看出来。新加坡学生们都经常喜欢在桌子上趴着，当被叫回答问题时，会显得很不耐烦的样子，有的都不想尽一份力努力读书。真的有个很大的差别！
By displaying such a positive attitude, they taught me that it was essential to appreciate the fact that we are lucky enough to be provided with a good education system. Therefore, we have to improve our attitudes towards learning by paying attention in class, answering questions with enthusiasm and studying sincerely. That is the least we can do to show appreciation to the opportunities we have in our lives (as students) so far.
扬州大学的学生们都很孝顺，跟我们比起来，真的差得远。他们上课的之态，回答的能力，努力学习的态度，都能从他们上课时看出来。新加坡学生们都经常喜欢在桌子上趴着，当被叫回答问题时，会显得很不耐烦的样子，有的都不想尽一份力努力读书。真的有个很大的差别！
By displaying such a positive attitude, they taught me that it was essential to appreciate the fact that we are lucky enough to be provided with a good education system. Therefore, we have to improve our attitudes towards learning by paying attention in class, answering questions with enthusiasm and studying sincerely. That is the least we can do to show appreciation to the opportunities we have in our lives (as students) so far.
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第四天－Lushi Old Mansion
我们就在这传统的餐厅用餐。他们所提供的地方，餐具，装饰，都让我感觉是否回到唐朝时代似的。我很荣幸能够有这个机会尝试一个真正中国扬州传统的晚餐。
I am honoured to be able to experience this cultural dinner which is a one in a life time chance. This dinner is indeed memorable and fulfilling. Adding on to that, it brought our understanding of China's culture to a whole new level.
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Day 5- 在扬州大学的最后一天
这天虽然很难忘，可是我们也很感激能够从这个经验学到很多新的知识。我们也希望能够再有个机会跟他们交流。真的很想。。。
The last day was memorable. We learnt to appreciate Singapore's education system and understand the benefits provided to us. But most importantly, we learnt about friendship. It was hard to part with the China buddies. And by hard, I mean really hard. Although it had been a short period of two days, friendship have sparked between us and it was hard to leave again. Nevertheless, we could still keep in touch through email and the memories between all of us are saved in pictures. The time spent with them was enchanting and it was definitely the best part of this trip. Our group have also grown much closer ever since.
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Thank You. 谢谢你。
Chloe Sim (5)
Day 3
我认识到扬州人的早餐很丰富，不像我们新加坡。我品尝到很多包子，很饱。有一个包子特大，它的汁意外的多，使我👍赞不绝口。我给这个地方5星。我建议大家来品尝品尝。
上午：游览痩西湖，船游24桥
这里最适合不过拍景色了。这里非常漂亮，有很多桥与一些以前的房子。这里历史悠久，保持的很好。我给这个地方4星，因为太多蚊子了。不怕文字而有兴趣的人务必要来参观。
下午：参观中国雕版印刷博物馆（近观工人制作雕版）
这里主要有陶瓷、玉石、金属、书画、漆器、竹木、骨角牙、墓志碑文、石刻砖雕及其它文物。我亲眼目睹一些人写文字、刻文字和印刷文字。文字很整齐，可是一旦有错就要重来，是件很难做的事，令我感到不可思议。遗憾的是，这些技术正要从世上消失了。越来越少人有这技术了。我给这里5星。我希望大家能来参观。
东圈门历史街
这里是一个历史老街。这里富有历史文化。但这里大多是一样的所以我给这里4星。如果你看不腻的话，可以来参观。
东关历史文化街
和东圈门差不多，是个历史老街。同样的，我也给这里4星。
千秋粉黛表演
这是关于扬州美女的表演。演员个个都很漂亮，打扮得小巧玲珑。有的跳舞，有的唱歌。我给这里5星。这里务必要来。如果要找老婆，不妨来扬州！
Yuan Lin(22)
Friday, 11 July 2014
Trip advisory😄
法租界是个代表当时法国入侵中国上海的时候留下来的屋子设计。我给法租界的分数是四颗心心。地方很有法国的感觉，很漂亮。拍得照片很有纪念价值。法租界也有一些店面。比如，Starbucks。在自由时间时，可以买来喝，也能看看中国的Starbucks跟新加坡有什么差别。
day 2:
Shanghai Urban Planning Exhibition Hall
The shanghai urban planning exhibition hall is a pretty nice place. When one walks into the place, they will see a golden castle-like structure. There's 5 levels in this building, showing the change in buildings and transportation throughout the years. There's also a video showing what Shanghai has accomplished with the urbanization on the fourth level as well as the miniature model structure of Shanghai. It's quite a pretty scene. I rate this place 4 out of 5 stars.
day 2: 田子坊
田子坊是老上海（old shanghai). 它也是有店面。比如，卖糖的（happy pills💊），卖丝巾的，卖茶的🍵（tea house）等等。我觉得它蛮像我们新加坡的牛车水🐃. 我会建议给别人去。因为买的东西是新加坡买不到的。也顺便能体会到老上海的经历。tea house 的茶很好喝！可以买！😛
day2: 海底捞
我会建议别人去海底捞吃。因为他们的服务周到。我们还没踏入进他们的餐厅时，他们的服务员就已经在门口等着迎接我们。服务人员也给了绑头发的rubberband 给那些没绑头发的女生，给插眼睛的布给戴眼镜的人使用。服务人员也一定要帮我们倒食物进火锅里，不肯让我们帮忙。食物不错。但是我觉得它的羊肉味太重了。因为我们把羊肉放下去的时候，汤就有浓浓的羊肉味。我给他们 4颗星。
day2 dinner:
我们刚到扬州的时候，先去吃了晚餐。我并不习惯吃他们的食物，所以没吃多少。我不会建议在这餐馆吃。因为食物一般，没什么特别。我自己本身也不喜欢吃他们给我们做的食物。
Tuesday, 8 July 2014
trip advisor day1&7
Day 1-shanghai, 外滩和黄浦江
外滩🌊-很值得一见的景点。那里是一个很photo worthy 的地方，风景很美。
黄浦江🚣-highly recommended. 船游黄浦江 是一个很不错的体验。在船上看上海的夜景，也可以拍照，景色很美。
Day 7-YangZhou->Shanghai
高铁🚄- 若要从上海到扬州或从扬州到上海，我会建议你乘搭高铁。因为车程很长，乘搭高铁可以省很多时间。
-Yixuan(17)
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