So I looked on TravelChinaGuide.com and found a few things to see in the city of Taiyuan. But first a little background on where I'm going:
*Taiyuan is the capital of Shanxi Province.
*Bounded on 3 sides by mountains.
*In ancient times was an important military town.
*Currently one of China's heavy industrial cities.
*Accounts for more than half of China's national coal mining output.
Ok, so now that we know a little background info. here are some of the main tourist attractions:
*Jinci Temple
*Shuangta Si (Twin-Pagoda Temple)
*Tianlong Shan Stone Caves which contains sculptures dating from the Tang Dynasty (618-907)
*Foods (Shanxi Noodles, Tou Nao - steamed dumpling, saucages, and mutton soup)
So, even though I most likely won't get to do a lot of sightseeing, there are still a few interesting places to see around the city I will be staying and racing in!
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Fun, Bethany! Hope you get to see lots of cool -- and ancient -- places! Take a lot of pictures too to share with the rest of us back home!
I'm proud of you - and a little anxious having you fly off to far away China to race! Race well! But mostly take pride in your accomplishments and have a great, memorable time! We'll miss you and will be happy to have you back home June 1! God bless you, Sweetie! Love, Mom
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