Allan, 16, Beijing
I put on for my city… I put on for my city…
I put on for Beijing…Beijing!
Like Young jeezy’s song.
I come from Beijing, I guess it makes me a local here. I have to say that I totally represent the kind of unique kids in this incredible city. My hometown Beijing is a metropolis, which is situated in the north east of China. With the history of over 3000 years, which was the seat of Ming and Qing dynasty emperors until 1911. Beijing now is the cultural centre of China and even Asia. Synthesizing the Asia and western cultures and such, it has rich historical sites and cultural institutions. Like all the Beijingers, I definitely have a kind of special connection to my hometown.
Beijing
As one of the new generations in the city, I have a kind of unspeakable obligation to introduce the most hyperactive districts, events and the inspiring things around me. I will let you know the dynamic city in my mind.
Beijing
I’ve got a special passion for if I ran my hometown all day with my friends, and I am telling you the most exciting transportation is bicycle in Beijing. We are having a colorful life from dawn to dusk. From my perspective and habit, the first thing I would do in my city is go exercise in different kinds of historical sites and parks, such as, Beihai park, Tiantan park and Jingshan park, etc. You can go exercise with the people from different areas, ages and even different countries; the people out there are very friendly and hospitable. They love to give a hand to the people who need help and communicate with each other in a natural way, it totally makes people feel at home. Form that point, Beijing remains a magnet for visitors from the inside and outside China.
There are definitely a lot of inspiring places for our youth, off the top of my head, there is a incredible spot called the Village, it is an open-air shopping complex, combining the entertainment and shopping facilities, the government created a stage for developing the native and foreign culture. We all love having fun in there and meeting people who have a lot in common with us.
Also there are some things that need to be improved in Beijing, the first thing comes to mind is the air should be fresher. The motor vehicles cause severe exhaust pollution, which made the air badly polluted. I think that all the Beijinger’s should have the awareness of being green and creating more approaches to make the city a greener place, we all should give it a shot! Another thing is the traffic problems like all the developing and developed countries, especially in rushhour you get stuck in horrible traffic jams every morning and evening is really unpleasant, which never fails to ruin people’s moods. As far as I am concerned, there is a good method of transportation that benefits both us and the environment—bicycle.
Best form of transport
I am telling you, nothing can be better than this resolution. Green all day. Also there is an inspirational culture in Beijing and all around the world called Fixed-gear. I am going to introduce you to the FG development in Beijing.
Fixed Gear Revolution
A fixed-gear bicycle (fixed wheel bicycle) cannot coast — the pedals are always in motion when the bicycle is moving. The sprocket is screwed directly on to the hub and there is no freewheel mechanism. When the rear wheel turns, the pedals turn in the same direction, this allows a cyclist to stop without using a brake, by resisting the rotation of the cranks, and also to ride in reverse.
Riding
This kind of culture is driving a lot of friends of mine crazy; they have organized a group of people and go riding in their leisure time. I am sure they are having a lot of fun, they also contribute to an environment friendly enterprise. I think it really has potential and the ability to develop in Beijing; I will put a great part of my money to develop this incredible thing.
This is Beijing, a city which having a colourful culture and hospitable people together. I bet you will get deep love for my city. If you want to come here, do not forget to get in touch with me. True love for my dynamic hometown!
