Have you ever imagined what is similar and different between two places you've lived? I left my hometown, Keelung, Taiwan, for the first time to study for my master's degree in La Crosse. These different cities give me many impressions and bring me various viewpoints. I think that the differences between La Crosse and Keelung can be approached from several angles. Both of these places have similar and different public transportation systems, climate, and quiet environments. All of these give me a rewarding life in La Crosse and in Keelung.
First of all, Keelung has a much more convenient public transportation system than La Crosse. The public transportation system is very important in the city because people can easily use it at any time. For example, Keelung has many modes of public transport such as the Mass Rapid Transit (MRT), buses, trains, and many taxis which can be used without an appointment in advance. Several months ago, I wanted to go shopping with my friends in the evening. We had many ways to arrive at the department store, and we could take the MRT, a bus, or a taxi, so it was very convenient for us even until midnight. We could enjoy our time shopping without worrying about not have a personal vehicle to go home. On the contrary, La Crosse has a less public transportation system. For buses, taxis, and trains, appointments are required. For example, I went to the Valley View Mall with my classmates last weekend. We had to plan a schedule of buses in advance and write a shopping list before shopping. It reduced our enthusiasm for shopping because it was not convenient for us. Therefore, I think that Keelung has a much more convenient public transportation system than La Crosse.
Second, the weather is very different between Keelung and La Crosse. Keelung has warmer weather than La Crosse. I need to accept unexpected weather such as chilly days. For example, Keelung is in a subtropical zone, so all four seasons are also much warmer than those in La Crosse. Even though the season is cold in Keelung, the temperature is not under sixty degrees Fahrenheit. The humidity is not too dry, and the people look younger. On the contrary, La Crosse has a long snowing season in the winter, and I have to overcome the challenges of winter, such as going to classes while it snows. Because the snow sometimes melts, I can easily slip on it when it refreezes. Also, last winter was very dangerous because the ice and snow could easily cause traffic accidents. Hence, I think that Keelung has better weather than La Crosse.
Third, Keelung and La Crosse have similar living environments. These two cities have good public safety, and people abide by the law. For example, last year I discovered that the windows didn't have grills, and people did not lock the door when they went out because the city was very safe. Keelung has the same circumstances. In addition, police officers also patrol around every community frequently. Regarding mail delivery, the postal worker can put packages in front of the house, and no one would steal the packages. This situation is the same in Keelung. There are also few thefts in both cities. Consequently, I think that Keelung and La Crosse have a similar quiet and safe environment.
In summary, I think that Keelung and La Crosse has similar and different points, such as the public transportation system, the climate, and the environment. Although La Crosse has less public transportation, I will have much time to travel around this beautiful city. I can research and experience many amazing trips. Even though La Crosse has chilly weather in the winter, I can enjoy this unusual view of snow, which is like living in a Christmas card. Therefore, I firmly believe that Keelung and La Crosse have many similar and different circumstances, but both are good for one's lifestyle.
First of all, Keelung has a much more convenient public transportation system than La Crosse. The public transportation system is very important in the city because people can easily use it at any time. For example, Keelung has many modes of public transport such as the Mass Rapid Transit (MRT), buses, trains, and many taxis which can be used without an appointment in advance. Several months ago, I wanted to go shopping with my friends in the evening. We had many ways to arrive at the department store, and we could take the MRT, a bus, or a taxi, so it was very convenient for us even until midnight. We could enjoy our time shopping without worrying about not have a personal vehicle to go home. On the contrary, La Crosse has a less public transportation system. For buses, taxis, and trains, appointments are required. For example, I went to the Valley View Mall with my classmates last weekend. We had to plan a schedule of buses in advance and write a shopping list before shopping. It reduced our enthusiasm for shopping because it was not convenient for us. Therefore, I think that Keelung has a much more convenient public transportation system than La Crosse.
Second, the weather is very different between Keelung and La Crosse. Keelung has warmer weather than La Crosse. I need to accept unexpected weather such as chilly days. For example, Keelung is in a subtropical zone, so all four seasons are also much warmer than those in La Crosse. Even though the season is cold in Keelung, the temperature is not under sixty degrees Fahrenheit. The humidity is not too dry, and the people look younger. On the contrary, La Crosse has a long snowing season in the winter, and I have to overcome the challenges of winter, such as going to classes while it snows. Because the snow sometimes melts, I can easily slip on it when it refreezes. Also, last winter was very dangerous because the ice and snow could easily cause traffic accidents. Hence, I think that Keelung has better weather than La Crosse.
Third, Keelung and La Crosse have similar living environments. These two cities have good public safety, and people abide by the law. For example, last year I discovered that the windows didn't have grills, and people did not lock the door when they went out because the city was very safe. Keelung has the same circumstances. In addition, police officers also patrol around every community frequently. Regarding mail delivery, the postal worker can put packages in front of the house, and no one would steal the packages. This situation is the same in Keelung. There are also few thefts in both cities. Consequently, I think that Keelung and La Crosse have a similar quiet and safe environment.
In summary, I think that Keelung and La Crosse has similar and different points, such as the public transportation system, the climate, and the environment. Although La Crosse has less public transportation, I will have much time to travel around this beautiful city. I can research and experience many amazing trips. Even though La Crosse has chilly weather in the winter, I can enjoy this unusual view of snow, which is like living in a Christmas card. Therefore, I firmly believe that Keelung and La Crosse have many similar and different circumstances, but both are good for one's lifestyle.
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