Shangri-La, Yunnan – Home of Epic Trails
You may be familiar with the novel Lost Horizon by James Hilton, which features a fictional utopian lamasery situated in the mountains of Tibet. Shangri-La is a real place, located in the northwestern region of the mountainous, Yunnan province of China. Exploring Shangri-La City is undoubtedly the highlight of a trip to Yunnan. There is a wealth of attractions to explore, particularly for nature lovers, as this region is well known for its stunning views and vistas of snow-capped mountains
How to spend 72 hours in Hangzhou, China
Hangzhou is a picturesque city known for its stunning West Lake, lush tea plantations, and rich cultural heritage. Only 40 minutes away by bullet train from the skyscraping intensity of Shanghai. Imagine yourself gliding across the lake in a sampan boat, savoring tender Dongpo pork belly paired with Longjing green tea beneath the pagoda’s eaves, while the gentle sound of the guqin echoes across the tranquil waters. This Spring's destination offers a perfect blend of nature and tradition for every
Pingyao – One of China’s best-preserved ancient walled town
Pingyao ancient town located in the central of Shanxi Province is known as one of the "Four Best Preserved Ancient Cities" in China and listed under UNESCO World Heritage. If you are a history buff as well as architecture lover, then you will be fascinated about this ancient city. Come and explore one of China’s best-preserved ancient walled town! How to get to Pingyao? It is very convinced to reach Pingyao via high-speed train directly from Beijing or Xi'an.* From Beijing to
6 Beautiful Ancient Villages Near Yellow Mountain
After you visit the Yellow Mountain, visiting some Huizhou-style villages during your trip is a must! You might get confused about which village you should add to the itinerary; therefore, let's take a look to see the differences between them. Hongcun Village This is one of the most famous ancient village that you might have seen in Ang Lee's movie "Crouching Tiger, Hidden Dragon". Hongcun has a well-developed water system to lead water to flow throughout the whole village. Also, surrounded by
Summer Activities To Enjoy In China
Summer in China can be very hot and wet, but we know it can not stop your passion for traveling. Whether you are trying to get away from the heat or soak it all in there is sure to be some summer activities in China for you to enjoy this summer! Relax on the beach There are three nice destinations for you to enjoy the beach time. Xiamen is a relaxing, smallish city that has nice beaches, long stretches of the promenade,
13 Awesome landscapes in China
China contains countless landscape wonders, beautiful mountain peaks, spectacular canyons with waterfalls, and mysterious karst landforms. Each spot is a gift from our earth, showing the magic of creation. Guizhou Tour Itineraries: 8-Day Inspiring Guizhou Tour Mount Fanjing Fanjing Mountain is the first mountain in Guizhou that has been included in the World Natural Heritage List, and it has also been included in the "Biosphere Reserves" by the United Nations. Its famous for a Buddhist and its summer retreat. In addition, it's rich in
It’s time for you to visit Inner Mongolia!
Inner Mongolia is the destination which will remind you of nomadic herders, thundering horses and, of course, endless grassland! Now, we will lead you to explore this magical kingdom! Hulun Buir Hulunbuir is located at the northernmost tip of Inner Mongolia. You can enjoy forests, grasslands and lakes, the itinerary also includes exotic customs of the Sino-Russian and Sino-Mongolian. The best travel time will be from May to September. Normally this region will be separated into two travel areas, one is the
Four seasons in Daocheng Yading
The Daocheng Yading Scenic Area has not only magnificent and sacred snow mountains, but also vast meadows, colorful forests, and clear blue lakes. Here you can forget about your daily grind and make yourself feel like the local devout Tibetans. Dive into the wonderland of Daocheng Yading. The summer in Daocheng is from June to August, and the winter is from December to March. The best time to travel is from May to November. Four seasons in Daocheng YadingSpring: There
How many scenic spots on the RMB have you been?
On the back of the RMB, you can find different scenic spots from China. Do you know all of them? Let's take a look at the scenic spots on the RMB! 100 RMB - The Great Hall of the People It is located at the western edge of Tiananmen Square in Beijing. It is one of the symbols of the nation, the venue for the National People's Congress and the venue for many national political and diplomatic proceedings. Within the Great Hall
Xishuangbanna, Yunnan – The best destination to shelter from the cold
There is no doubt that Xishuangbanna is a must-visit stop on a trip to Yunnan. This city boasts lush tropical rainforests with a variety of rare animals. The annual average temperature is 21 ℃ and never snows here, even in January. Let us show you why Xishuangbanna is "an ideal and mysterious paradise". Location Xishuangbanna is located in the south of Yunnan Province, southwest China. Nature As Companion Xishuangbanna Tropical Botanical Garden This place is the largest tropical botanical garden in China and a