Toyota Center ποΈππ΄
Exploring the Exterior of the Houston Rockets' Home Court - Toyota Center stands as the iconic home of the Houston Rockets, a place where legends like Yao Ming once battled on the hardwood. ππͺ I had initially hoped it would be open for tours, ποΈmuch like the BernabΓ©u Stadium or San Siro, where visitors can freely explore and purchase memorabilia... ποΈπ Upon arrival, I parked my car opposite the stadium and scanned the QR code to pay for parking. ππ΄To my surprise, there were no options to select a 1-hour or 2-hour parking duration; instead, the system automatically charged me for parking until 3 a.m. the next day. Why? That's a whopping 12 hours for just $18 (though the original text mentions 18 "kuai" which I assume refers to Chinese currency, here converted to USD for context)... π²πΈ πAfter entering the lobby and inquiring with the staff, I learned that while tours are indeed available, they require advance reservations. Spontaneous visits, like mine, were out of the question. π’π« Oh my goodness, just taking a peek at the exterior cost me over 100 RMB in parking fees! And earlier at Anderson (assuming it's another location), I spent 60 RMB just to admire the outside. This is starting to feel like a bit of a rip-off... ππΈ Nevertheless, π΄the Toyota Center remains a majestic sight, even from the outside. Its sleek design and towering presence evoke a sense of awe and excitement for basketball fans worldwide. ποΈβ¨ #LifeAesthetics #Houston #ExploringTheWorld π¬ π§
