We've just bought our train tickets to go to Xi'an this weekend - it's home of the Terracotta Army, and I'm really excited :) We're leaving on Saturday morning and taking the fast train (two and a half hours, apparently) to arrive just after midday. We'll be back on Tuesday (oh, the hassle of getting time off!) in the evening.
We're looking at hostels now; there are lots to choose from as Xi'an is firmly established on the tourist route so if we get one with internet, I might be able to take my laptop if you wanted to Skype briefly on Sunday. I'm not sure how I feel about turning 23...
Speaking of which, 'Thank you' to Uncle Al, Aunty Kate, Katie and Sarah for my birthday card (a proper Chinese card - red envelope and Yuan inside!) DAD - could you please send them the link for my blog? Or pass on my thanks...
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