Today, I started out going to Silk Street Market to pick up a few things for some friends back in the States. Silk Street Market is known for good deals, lost of bargaining, and lots of tourists. This is the second time I've gone but my room mate/Colleague's dad is leaving to go back home today, so I'll be taking this adventure solo.

I took a few pictures from inside the building today. Today I actually did quite well, I ended up getting a TAG Formula 1 watch for around 75 RMB, and another pair of Oakley's for 50RMB. I was also sent on a mission to pick up purses for Sarah, and family, but found that the one's I'm asking for are too new, they say it takes about 3 months before they are sold at these stores.

After a few hours of walking around, looking at items, and watching others bargain for deals, I took the Subway back towards the apartment. This photo is of Line 1 (red line), that is the oldest line. There is no air conditioning, and it's always packed full. Too the point where you have to be willing to squeeze in the door just enough that the doors will still shut. Luckily I only had 1 stop till I transferred to line 10 (the newest line), which is air conditioned, and not as busy.

When I got off at the Transfer station to Line 8 (by the Olympic Green "OCD"), I was offered a ticket to go see the Hockey match tonight. Asking a price I was told 800 RMB... which is kind of laughable actually, I worked back and forth a while with the guy and ended up at 400. I think I could have gone less if I had spent the time. Looking at the time, I realized I only had 30 minutes to get north to the Hockey stadium in time to see the game, so I caught the Olympic Bus Line 1, and made my way to the game. It was actually quite busy getting into the stadium, as the entrance handled both the Hockey stadium and the Tennis stadium right next to it.

The first game was Canada vs Australia, which sounded like a good match up. My seat was actually quite good, up on the 4th level almost center field, and under the canopy (which was good as it looked like it was going to rain). Australia Stomped in this game, and it ended with a 5 point lead.

Here's a Panographic from where I was sitting:

Oh yeah, and this guys shirt really does say, iPood. Funny take on IPod. Notice the guy on the pot is listening to his iPod. ;-) Any connection you want to make with iPod and Crap, you are more than welcome...

After a quick break, it was time for game two. Here is a shot of the entry and concessions stand area:

Game two was South Africa against the Netherlands. Great game, but again one sided, NED won the game 5 points ahead, to Zero that is...

I have some video I'll upload to YouTube Later today of the games.

-Chris