Yes, during the War of Liberation, the PLA or then the Red Army were very well behaved. My late mother always relate to us of how they came through her village bearing some rice and a few chooks and requested the villagers to cook and share a meal with them so that they can explain to the villagers the revolutionary ideas and plans for the future. My mum contrasted with the Japanese Imperial Army who raped and pillaged but Nationalist did not rape; they nevertheless stole any properties that are worthwhile. On news of the late Chairman Mao's death she mourned his passing in September 1976 by wearing black for three months. She also advised me she cried and was teary for weeks as if his passing was akin to her own father's death.
Long time no see, Nick! Thanks for the introduction of such beautiful village and culture, fascinating! Really like your drone shots, astonishing views with some 3D effect (to me :). The architecture of the drum tower is indeed awesome!
Hi Nick, I used to live in Rongjiang, Guizhou, for 4 years, teaching at the same school. I loved my school, students and made really good friends. I bought an upsize scooter so I could go visit the villages surrounding my town with 1 of my friends there. Often went home with some students to their hometowns (villages). Love it so much and also helped sifting sand for building or cutting down the rice stalks with one of my students‘ mother. The big cities don‘t attract me because there it seems ebetyone is for himself. I came back to South Africa for a holiday on 8 Jan 2020, but then I could not go back because the virus broke out. I REALLY miss my life in China. Best 4 years of my life!!!
Hi. Im planning to visit the area 4/5 days on my way to guilin, can i do it on my own by public transport or maybe for the language barrier you recommend me taking a tour there?
The impact of the greenery at the introductory start of the video is so soothing to the eyes and very invigorating. The woman that walked past with her hair polled made me lost thought for a moment thinking you had flew back to the ancient past. Ancient town like this has lost its charm with those souvenir/commercial shops. Beautiful architecture but it is now what we call old-new, or new-old referring to refurbished buildings to make it look old. However there is still a quiet charm as you brought us along the corridors along the river stream, and the wooden houses, refreshing for urbanites like me, tired of concrete walls. Thanks for sharing.
Hi Nick! Thanks for your lovely video. I see your videos mostly focusing on the southern part of China, do you have plans exploring the north? There are abundant of historical relics well preserved in Shanxi（山西）, it is a beautiful place as well :D
@Nick in China - quality stuff mate, you're doing it better than most Chinese-based youtubers so far as culture and history goes... hope to see a lot more content in the year ahead now that we're into spring.. happy travels pal! 👍
@@nickinchina2552 being a female, couldn't resist buying a roll of their locally woven cloth & had a Chinese style long jacket made when I got back to HK 😁
@@nickinchina2552 Yes! There are Yao villiages near my hometown. Though it's a pity that I didn't travel around Hunan too much. Look forward to your new videos!
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Good clip . Like the drone overview . You capture the essence of the place and good highlights commentary. Look forward to more !
Thanks!
That is kind, thanks. Really means a lot to me 🙏🙏
I’ve watched a lot of china-travel videos by English vloggers. Your videos are the best I’ve seen on this platform. Please don’t stop making them!
thanks! i'm back now after a long break
Yes, during the War of Liberation, the PLA or then the Red Army were very well behaved. My late mother always relate to us of how they came through her village bearing some rice and a few chooks and requested the villagers to cook and share a meal with them so that they can explain to the villagers the revolutionary ideas and plans for the future. My mum contrasted with the Japanese Imperial Army who raped and pillaged but Nationalist did not rape; they nevertheless stole any properties that are worthwhile. On news of the late Chairman Mao's death she mourned his passing in September 1976 by wearing black for three months. She also advised me she cried and was teary for weeks as if his passing was akin to her own father's death.
thanks Peter, some cool architecture in these villages.
That is how the Chinese Communist Party defeated the Chiang kai-shek forces. Mao got the support of the peasant.
@@nickinchina2552 have not seen any new videos from you. Are you ok? Time is crazy. Take care
Long time no see, Nick! Thanks for the introduction of such beautiful village and culture, fascinating! Really like your drone shots, astonishing views with some 3D effect (to me :). The architecture of the drum tower is indeed awesome!
always enjoy watching your videos. very down to earth style. makes me feel home.
Oh thanks, i'm glad you like them!
Hopefully you are in good health.
Missing your video.
Thanks for this great video, those wooden buildings indeed look very unique , ethnic styled.
Wind and Rain Bridges (风雨桥), beautiful name in Chinese!
Also sounds beautiful in English. :) Thanks for watching Debby!
Also sounds beautiful in English. :) Thanks for watching Debby!
Great video, Nick! Really appreciate it. It makes me miss my trip to Guizhou again.
Hi Nick, I used to live in Rongjiang, Guizhou, for 4 years, teaching at the same school. I loved my school, students and made really good friends. I bought an upsize scooter so I could go visit the villages surrounding my town with 1 of my friends there. Often went home with some students to their hometowns (villages). Love it so much and also helped sifting sand for building or cutting down the rice stalks with one of my students‘ mother.
The big cities don‘t attract me because there it seems ebetyone is for himself.
I came back to South Africa for a holiday on 8 Jan 2020, but then I could not go back because the virus broke out.
I REALLY miss my life in China. Best 4 years of my life!!!
welcome to china
Hi. Im planning to visit the area 4/5 days on my way to guilin, can i do it on my own by public transport or maybe for the language barrier you recommend me taking a tour there?
The impact of the greenery at the introductory start of the video is so soothing to the eyes and very invigorating. The woman that walked past with her hair polled made me lost thought for a moment thinking you had flew back to the ancient past. Ancient town like this has lost its charm with those souvenir/commercial shops. Beautiful architecture but it is now what we call old-new, or new-old referring to refurbished buildings to make it look old. However there is still a quiet charm as you brought us along the corridors along the river stream, and the wooden houses, refreshing for urbanites like me, tired of concrete walls. Thanks for sharing.
Your video is getting better and better!
Hi Nick! Thanks for your lovely video.
I see your videos mostly focusing on the southern part of China, do you have plans exploring the north?
There are abundant of historical relics well preserved in Shanxi（山西）, it is a beautiful place as well :D
Hi Nick, I have not seen any new video from you for a while. I hope you are safe and doing well.
i'm good, sorry for the long wait...back now!
@@nickinchina2552 I am very glad to hear from you. 👍
Extremely beautiful, enjoy enjoy enjoy 👍
These ancient minority houses are truly amazing
@Nick in China - quality stuff mate, you're doing it better than most Chinese-based youtubers so far as culture and history goes... hope to see a lot more content in the year ahead now that we're into spring.. happy travels pal! 👍
Beautiful! Gotta put this place on my list, off the peak seasons tho, can't handle the crowds.
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wow, you are my biggest fan!
I was there about 3 years ago. Its beautiful & the people are so friendly,
Oh nice! yeh, it is a beautiful part of the country and people we're so chatty and friendly. Very cool place!
@@nickinchina2552 being a female, couldn't resist buying a roll of their locally woven cloth & had a Chinese style long jacket made when I got back to HK 😁
Very nice place. Hope I got the chance to be there in the future. THX
Zhaoxing was a nice place to stay, but there are so many other villages to explore. I wish had a bit more time there
I miss your Video ??????
Welcome back bro. Always look forward to your videos, they always provide good insights.
Truly beautiful place.
Bro! Are you back in the UK ?
nar, will be back next month though!
Nick, Are you ok? It has been a long time since you published your last video.
Back up and running!
Great video. You mentioned Hunan in the video, any plan to visit Hunan province any time soon?
I would LOVE to! But at the moment, i cant leave Xi'an....let's see what winter holiday brings. Are you from Hunan?
@@nickinchina2552 Yes! There are Yao villiages near my hometown. Though it's a pity that I didn't travel around Hunan too much. Look forward to your new videos!
@@nickinchina2552 Hello Sir, Worried About You~! Are You Okay? Literally on a Rabbit Trail trying to find info on Your Where-Abouts O.O
Hi, NIck. how are you?
i'm very well thanks, and back to video making!
Nick....it's time for another video perhaps?:)
Yeh, back to it now....long covid related break...
Got a drone. Nice. Haven't seen a drum tower like that in China.
I love it!
where are you ?? Nick , we all miss you 😥😥😥 Are you busy ?? ALL THE BEST FOR YOU , your the biggest fan 🌺🌺🌺✌✌
Xi'an's COVID landscape is not looking good at the moment. How are you doing, Nick? Been waiting for a new video.
Yeh that was a long wait, sorry. couldnt really go anywhere or do anything last year due to covid....
@Nick in China - What happened, no new videos? is everything alright there?..
Hi, sorry for the long delay...back now!
hey nick, are you ok?
Are you still in China?
THANK YOU TO NICK :)
it looks like a figurine rocking his guitar on the roof of the drum tower! but I bet it's a native string instrument.
Shredding an electric guitar haha
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How many ethnic minorities have you seen in China now?
My hometown, I am.My hometown, I am the Dong people, the Dong people have the world human non-legacy Dong people.My hometown, I am the Dong people, the Dong people have the world's non-legacy Dong songs, as well as various.My hometown, I am the Dong people, the Dong people have the world's non-legacy Dong songs, as well as various cultures.In my hometown, I am the Dong people. The Dong people have the world's non-legacy Dong songs, as well as various cultures.
There is no people!! Where is this people?!!!
hiding from the sun!