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Beijing First Impressions: A Foreigner's Honest View

FIRST DAY in Beijing, China

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FIRST DAY in Beijing, China
Sheku Mans26 min

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FIRST DAY in Beijing, China. This China travel video was filmed by Sheku Mans. Watch the full journey and explore the filming details and destinations on this page.

Everything Western media warned me about China was all lies and exaggerated to spread anti-China sentiment to brainwash the weak-minded Western who has no clue what life in China really is. In this short documentary, I share my first impression of China as a foreigner who had previously lived in America and the UK. Due to the poor relationship between China and America, the information coming from mainstream Western media is biased and unreliable. So eventual move to China's capital Beijing will give you clear insights into real life in China for years to come. There's no disputing, that American Media is highly influential and when reporting wrong information it messes with the mind and causes fear-mongering globally. Recently, the U.S. government warned Americans not to visit China which is insane. This is my first time in mainland China after leaving the UK permanently. FIRST DAY in Beijing, China

--- Sheku Mans
September 2, 2023, Autumn in China

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Sheku Mans's first day in Beijing begins with a journey from the UK and a layover in Abu Dhabi. In Beijing, he arrives at his hotel, explores the streets, meets a curious local and tries Peking duck. He describes feeling drained at first, then appreciating the wide streets, pleasant weather and family life around him. His account moves from a delayed flight and Abu Dhabi layover to an encounter with a curious local, a 7-Eleven visit and a Peking duck meal.

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FIRST DAY in Beijing, China

A journey from the UK through Abu Dhabi

Sheku Mans begins the video with his arrival and initial expectations of China. Before reaching Beijing, he travels from the UK on a flight that is delayed and includes a layover in Abu Dhabi. During the stop, he adjusts to a new setting and talks about Abu Dhabi's history. The account describes the city as large and hot, and includes a visit to the Sheikh Zayed Grand Mosque. Sheku's practical observations include carrying an umbrella in hot weather and respecting local norms, including rules around public displays of affection and jaywalking.

First impressions in Beijing

After arriving in Beijing, Sheku checks into a hotel and goes out to explore. At first, he feels drained and says that the streets and scenes seem repetitive. As he continues, he appreciates the wide streets, the pleasant weather and what he describes as a safe feeling while walking. A local approaches him and appears flabbergasted by his presence, an encounter he finds surprising; he also says that people generally have been kind. His first impression develops as he spends more time in the city.

Sheku observes people crossing streets, designated bike lanes and families spending time together. He sees parents taking children to classes or the park and describes this as evidence of community life. He visits a 7-Eleven and tries Peking duck, which he calls cheap and delicious, with a moist texture and crisp skin. He also notes that some stores use self-checkout. His tips from the trip advise paying close attention to traffic when crossing and using walkways rather than bike lanes.

What he takes from the first day

The video compares Sheku's first impressions with his expectation of China based on media narratives. He says the experience is better than he expected, while acknowledging that there are both good and bad aspects. He advises travelers to stay calm when plans go wrong and to remain open-minded rather than relying on biased accounts. The video ends with his intention to stay in China and continue sharing what he encounters. It presents his day as a personal account of Beijing and the Abu Dhabi layover, with food, weather, local encounters and the rhythm of family life as details that stood out. He also talks about the flight and the change in surroundings between the UK, Abu Dhabi and Beijing. In Abu Dhabi he experiences extreme heat, and the source notes a visit to the Sheikh Zayed Grand Mosque. The contrast helps explain why an umbrella is among his travel observations. After landing in Beijing, he stays at a hotel and explores nearby streets in pleasant weather. He says the first impression left him drained, as many sights seemed similar, but wide streets and a friendly encounter shifted the mood of the day. The person who approached him seemed flabbergasted, while other interactions were generally kind. The video includes a stop at 7-Eleven and a meal of Peking duck, which he describes as inexpensive, moist, crunchy and delicious. He notices families taking children to classes and parks, and sees designated bike lanes as part of the city's street environment. He advises visitors to watch traffic carefully, use the proper walkways and respect local rules in Abu Dhabi. His advice about travel is to remain calm when plans go wrong and to stay open-minded. He says he intends to remain in China and share more experiences, using his first day to compare what he expected with what he encountered.

FAQs (From the traveler's perspective)

Q: What was your first impression of Beijing?
A: Honestly, I was a bit drained at first, seeing too much of the same things. But then I started to appreciate the wide, safe streets and the pleasant weather.
Q: What was the most surprising thing that happened to you?
A: Probably the guy who came up to me and seemed really flabbergasted by me. It was a bit surprising, but generally people have been very nice.
Q: What did you think of the food?
A: The food is cheap. I had Peking duck, and it was amazing. So moist, crunchy, and delicious.
Q: What's your overall impression of China so far?
A: It's better than I expected. The hate is overblown. There are bad things, but also many good things and wholesome things about China.
Q: What advice would you give to other travelers?
A: Stay calm when things go wrong. Everything happens for a reason. And be open-minded; don't rely on biased media reports.

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Attractions in this video: Sheikh Zayed Grand Mosque, 7 Eleven