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Living and Working in Xinjiang, China

Living and Working in Xinjiang, China

http://summersupdate.blogspot.com

News, views, and travel reviews from two expats living and working in Xinjiang, China - basically the middle of nowhere. Whether its a travel destination, a news tidbit or commentary on controversial issues, if it has to do with Xinjiang, you'll find it here.

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  • The New "Ghost City" Wrap at KFC

    Posted on Saturday October 11th, 2008 at 10:31

    I had a great time at KFC the other day.  I'm not a regular there, even though it is the only link to the west that we have here in Xinjiang, but I found myself doing some shopping nearby so I thought I'd drop by for a quick visit.  Pretty ...

  • Kashgar, Eid, and the "8 Car" Mosque

    Posted on Friday October 10th, 2008 at 04:00

    It's always overwhelming to find yourself surrounded by more than 30,000 people at any point in time...whether at a sporting event, concert, or celebration...but it boggles the mind when such a gathering is performed peacefully, quietly, and quickly....

  • A Shout Out to the Alma Mater

    Posted on Tuesday October 7th, 2008 at 23:14

    I wanted to give a quick show of support for my alma mater, Belmont University, which just hosted the most recent presidential debates.  Ever since our new Curb Events Center was built a few years ago, the vision was always to host one of the pr...

  • Welcome to Kashgar: Heart of the Silk Road

    Posted on Monday October 6th, 2008 at 20:36

    On the westernmost tip of China lies a city that is caught up in an inward struggle over its identity. Is it part of the second largest desert in the world or located at the foot of the Tian Shan mountain range?  Is it on the far west tip of Chi...

  • Danger Travelling in Kashgar?

    Posted on Monday October 6th, 2008 at 01:50

    "I definitely do not want you go to there.  It's not safe, especially this year.  Haven't you heard what has happened there recently?  I think it is best if you stay here or go somewhere else for the October Holiday.  It is not wi...

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