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Discovering China's Most Famous GHOST CITY! - IS ORDOS TOWN REALLY ABANDONED?!
Exploring China's Ordos Ghost City: A Journey to Inner Mongolia
In today's video we traveled all the way to China to see and explore a very famous ghost city known as Ordos! we are here to find out if it really is abandoned and to see if there are any hidden gems there! enjoy the video!
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My name is Jake, you might know me as jakenbake or jakenbakeLIVE...
In today's video we traveled all the way to China to see and explore a very famous ghost city known as Ordos! we are here to find out if it really is abandoned and to see if there are any hidden gems there! enjoy the video!
Jake, the popular Twitch streamer known for his travel vlogs, journeys to Ordos, China, a city dubbed the 'ghost city.' He explores this intriguing location to uncover whether it truly lives up to its abandoned reputation, searching for hidden gems along the way. This adventurous video promises a captivating look at an unusual destination.
In today's video we traveled all the way to China to see and explore a very famous ghost city known as Ordos! we are here to find out if it really is abandoned and to see if there are any hidden gems there! enjoy the video!
This travel vlog follows JakenbakeLIVE's journey to Ordos, a city in Inner Mongolia, China, often referred to as a "ghost city." The video begins with JakenbakeLIVE navigating the city's unconventional traffic rules, highlighting the unique and often humorous aspects of Chinese driving culture. He describes Ordos as a city that, despite its size, doesn't try to be too much, resulting in a more authentic and engaging experience for travelers.
The exploration continues with a visit to a Wanda Plaza, a common type of mall in China, where JakenbakeLIVE and his companion find refuge from the rain and enjoy a delicious lunch. Their meal includes local dishes and a unique soda, showcasing the diversity of Chinese cuisine. The experience is further enhanced by interactions with local people, including an uncle who takes pictures of them and friendly aunties who engage in the classic "How are you? I'm fine, thank you, and you." exchange.
The vlog also includes a visit to a unique DJI store, described as the most interesting one JakenbakeLIVE has ever encountered. The visit is marked by a humorous interaction with the shop owner and a purchase of a drone.
Later, the vlog shows JakenbakeLIVE and his friend enjoying a meal at a local restaurant, discussing the local food and their experiences. The day concludes with a visit to an unexpected and spectacular water show, which is described as the largest in Asia, highlighting the hidden gems and surprising attractions that Ordos has to offer. The video ends with JakenbakeLIVE reflecting on his experiences, emphasizing the warmth and hospitality of the local people and the surprising vibrancy of Ordos, challenging the preconceived notion of it as an abandoned city. The video showcases not only the unexpected sights and sounds of Ordos, but also the genuine human connections made along the way, creating a memorable and engaging travel experience for the viewer.
JakenbakeLIVE's China adventure takes an unexpected turn in Ordos, a city once dubbed a "ghost city." This video captures his exploration of this intriguing location, from navigating unusual traffic patterns to discovering hidden culinary gems within the city's malls. He shares surprising encounters with locals, highlighting the warmth and curiosity he experiences. The journey culminates in a spectacular, unexpected water show, showcasing Ordos's vibrant, evolving character, far from the abandoned image it once held.
JakenbakeLIVE explores Ordos, China's intriguing "ghost city," uncovering unexpected delights, heartwarming local interactions, and a stunning water show. A truly unique travel experience!
Ordos Exploration: Unveiling China's Evolving Ghost City
1:08 Embrace the unexpected: Ordos, despite its size, offers a unique and engaging experience for travelers, unlike larger capital cities. It's more wacky and entertaining.
1:39 Find your safe haven: When traveling, especially in less familiar areas, large malls can provide a reliable place for food, rest, and familiar amenities.
2:31 Navigating tier cities: In China, understanding the tier system for cities can help you manage expectations and find suitable accommodations and activities.
3:15 Food safety tips: When eating out in China, always ask if the food is cooked to ensure food safety and avoid potential health issues.
12:41 Inner Mongolia vs. Mongolia: Clarify that Inner Mongolia is a region within China, distinct from the country of Mongolia, although it shares cultural similarities.
14:36 Incentives for population growth: Some Chinese cities offer incentives, such as financial aid, to encourage people to have children and increase the population.
21:58 Hidden attractions: Be open to discovering unexpected attractions and events, such as the large water show in Ordos, that may not be widely advertised.
1:08 Embrace the unexpected: Ordos, despite its size, offers a unique and engaging experience for travelers, unlike larger capital cities. It's more wacky and entertaining.
1:39 Find your safe haven: When traveling, especially in less familiar areas, large malls can provide a reliable place for food, rest, and familiar amenities.
2:31 Navigating tier cities: In China, understanding the tier system for cities can help you manage expectations and find suitable accommodations and activities.
3:15 Food safety tips: When eating out in China, always ask if the food is cooked to ensure food safety and avoid potential health issues.
12:41 Inner Mongolia vs. Mongolia: Clarify that Inner Mongolia is a region within China, distinct from the country of Mongolia, although it shares cultural similarities.
14:36 Incentives for population growth: Some Chinese cities offer incentives, such as financial aid, to encourage people to have children and increase the population.
21:58 Hidden attractions: Be open to discovering unexpected attractions and events, such as the large water show in Ordos, that may not be widely advertised.
0:00 Arrival in Ordos City
1:08 Exploring the city
1:39 Finding refuge in the mall
2:02 Mall food court experience
6:12 Unique local soda discovery
14:16 Ordos ghost city history
15:07 DJI store visit
21:21 Ordos water show
23:00 Water show experience
0:00 Arrival in Ordos City
1:08 Exploring the city
1:39 Finding refuge in the mall
2:02 Mall food court experience
6:12 Unique local soda discovery
14:16 Ordos ghost city history
15:07 DJI store visit
21:21 Ordos water show
23:00 Water show experience
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It's a little wacky, people run red lights, and it's still a learning experience for drivers.
What's the food like in Ordos?
I found some great places to eat! We had delicious chicken soup with rice and mushrooms, and I tried a unique local soda that tasted like bubblegum.
What was the most surprising thing about Ordos?
Probably the huge water show! I never expected to see something like that in a city sometimes called a "ghost city."
