Category: travel china
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Where To Travel In China: China Travel Quiz and Best Destinations To See
China is a huge country with so many amazing places to visit! What many people may not know is that there is more than just the Great Wall and temples to see here. From beaches and mountains to stunning waterfalls and unique minority cultures, there’s a lot to check off on your China bucket list!…
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Shangri-La: The Mystical Paradise in China
Shangri-La, the famous mystical paradise mentioned in James Hilton’s Lost Horizon, is actually a real place you can find in the Yunnan Province of China! The Myth of Shangri-La The paradise city called Shangri-La is similar to other mystical places like El Dorado and Atlantis. The people of Shangri-La are said to have lived…
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Huanghuacheng Section of the Great Wall: Lake Views and No Crowds!
There are many sections of the Great Wall to visit nearby Beijing, and one of the lesser known ones is Huanghuacheng. Also called the ‘Water Great Wall’ (水长城) because of the reservoir nearby, the Huanghuacheng section of the Great Wall has exceptional views of the surrounding valleys and unique water scenery that makes it stand…
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A Guide to Visiting Lijiang in the Yunnan Province
With winding streets filled with colorful umbrellas and glowing lanterns, Lijiang feels like a dream! Located in the northern Yunnan Province, Lijiang is a fantastic destination to visit if you want to experience local Yunnan culture and cuisine. It’s also a great in-between stop if you plan to travel to other places in Yunnan like…
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Where To Travel For The National Holiday in China
October 1 is a huge holiday in China! It’s the founding of the People’s Republic of China, and China celebrates with a week long holiday from October 1 – 7. This gives Chinese people enough time to visit their families and go back to their hometowns. For expats living in China, this is a great…
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The Xijiang Qianhu Miao Village in the Guizhou Province of China
The Xijiang Qianhu Miao Village is a special ancient village in the Guizhou Province of China. It is home to the Miao people, a minority group in China. Visitors here can not only learn about the Miao culture, but also enjoy the traditional wooden architecture and stunning scenic views of the ancient village. What to…