Why we love to live in China

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With China Walking Tour ... The Meixi Lake International Culture and Arts Center, located in Changsha, HuNan province, is a stunning example of contemporary architecture, designed by the late Zaha Hadid, a Pritzker Prize-winning architect known for her avant-garde style. The center covers an expansive area and features an array of cultural facilities, including a grand concert hall, exhibition spaces, and multifunctional areas that host various events and performances. Opened in 2019, the center's design is characterized by its fluid, organic forms that mimic the natural landscape of the Meixi Lake area. The exterior is composed of white, sculptural elements that create a striking contrast against the blue waters of the lake, giving the impression of an otherworldly structure. This innovative design not only serves aesthetic purposes but also enhances the acoustic and visual experiences within. Inside, the concert hall boasts state-of-the-art acoustics, making it an ideal venue for music performances, while the exhibition spaces are versatile, allowing for a wide range of artistic displays, from traditional art exhibitions to modern installations. The center is not just a cultural venue; it represents Changsha's ambition to become a cultural beacon in the region. Visitors can enjoy not only the impressive architecture but also the surrounding parkland, which offers picturesque views of the lake and landscaped gardens, making it a perfect spot for leisurely strolls and outdoor events. The Meixi Lake International Culture and Arts Center is a testament to modern design and a vibrant addition to Changsha's cultural landscape.

Jiddu Krishnamurti talks about how we are enslaved, and how to be free; clear sight, without prejudice, reveals the truth / what is - that is the true knowing / now. "Distortion will inevitably come into being when there is fragmentation, when one part of you condones or condemns what you observe. We are the result of propaganda, what we have been told from childhood to believe and not to believe. Knowledge is the past; there is no knowledge in the present. To be aware without choice is to observe without the observer, which is the past, the image-maker." BB says : truth begins when belief ends ... To be free, to be eternal, is to be here, right now, not chained to the past (baggage that blinds us), or forever focused on the future (in fear). This, is it. Until we realise it, the past controls us - both own own experience (in those chains), and all that we have believed. The past gives rise to fear. Love is the absence of fear.

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With Walking Vincent ... "Tonight, I'm coming to ShenZhen's FuTian district to watch the light show. Futian is the central area of ShenZhen, where the government is located, and the city's tallest building, Ping An Finance Center, is also here. In mid-December, the weather in ShenZhen starts to get cold, so there are fewer people on the streets. Every Friday and Saturday night, there is a light show in the Civic Center Square. This is one of the viewing spots, but I heard there's an even better viewing location on a nearby hill (I will go and explore it later, so stay tuned). Well, let's enjoy this beautiful light show together. In China, ShenZhen ranks first nationwide with 185 buildings taller than 200 meters, far surpassing New York in the United States. Moreover, the economic development history of Shenzhen is only a short span of over forty years, which is truly astonishing." With Walking in the air ...

No video in this post. At BB, we think this is something crucial to well-being and we'll do our best to convey our experience ... The most important point is - don't imagine that you can 'fix' things - at the start, one needs 3 or 4 meetings to relax and know someone - but beyond that, if things are not going well, get out early; one cannot 'fix' incompatibility, and certainly not a narcissist (they kind of know that they are wacko, but will never, ever admit it). 'Love' shouldn't require a lot of work; a bit maybe; but if one senses that it is all 'one way', or not going anywhere, quit. The relationship is very unlikely to get better; it almost certainly will get worse. Doomed. Save yourself years of wasted life. If you don't, expect to become bitter and twisted yourself. At BB, we feel that health is THE foundation to all else, so we do cover health in this regard, although primarily a travel and culture site. Thousand page books are not our thing; we get straight to the point. If you want to delve deeper, consider this - why is a relationship so important to you ? Going beyond 'animal instincts' is beyond many - they never really mature. If the immature instinct is made the 'gold standard', what can one expect ? If one cannot go beyond the animal brain, one is f****d [animal brain lingo]. The thing is, bad relationships that progress to having kids, can produce sad / bad kids (that may have to endure two decades of emotional abuse). And likely to repeat the cycle, and possibly go into politics, etc. - hence, it is very important to not be a part of this. Maybe, romantic 'love' is simply the grand distraction meme that helps keep the elite in power.

The gorge is located about 60 kilometers north of LiJiang in YunNan province.