Culture
19.09.2017
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Shangri-La and Yading: A Storybook Landscape
Shangri-la, the inspiration for the hidden land described by James Hilton in his novel Lost Horizon, overwhelmed us with its Tibetan Buddhist monastery and beautiful scenery. We experienced breathless views in Yading Natural Reserve.
The 798 Art District: Gallery of Galleries
Located in the northeastern part of Beijing and a conveniently short walk from Wangjing South Bus Station, the 798 Art District has been one of my favorite spots since I arrived...
16.08.2017
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Dali and Tiger Leaping Gorge: The Amazing Trip Continues
We left Yuanyang and headed for Dali and Tiger Leaping Gorge. Of all the pictures we attempted to take, there was not even one that showed the true magnificence of what we saw.
16.07.2017
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Lessons from Yuanyang
There are massive places hiding in the world, and when you are in front of them, you can feel how big they are. The rice terraces in the south of Yunnan Province are one such pl...
29.06.2017
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Journey to Jiangsu
Jiangsu Province is located on China’s eastern coast, near the municipality of Shanghai. On a recent visit, I toured Nanjing, the provincial capital, and Kunshan, a smaller city...
04.05.2017
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01.02.2017
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Zhangjiajie: Out-of-this-World Mountains
Zhangjiajie Sandstone Peak Forest Geopark, the name referring to the area’s scenic spots collectively, is a geologist’s dream.
Fuzhou to Quanzhou
Last October, I was lucky enough to be invited to participate in the 2nd Maritime Silk Road International Tourism Festival in Fujian Province, which was meant to promote Fujian ...
01.01.2017
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The 1,001 Kashgar Nights
Modernity has swept this cultural and trade hub like a sandstorm. Where caravans and camels once trekked, taxis and motorcycles now crowd the streets. Dirt roads have become hig...
01.12.2016
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Wuzhen: Venice of the East
In the ancient water town built around a series of canals over 1,300 years ago, very little has changed. The place has been carefully restored and masterfully renovated.
01.11.2016
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1697
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Elegant Hangzhou
Many consider picturesque Hangzhou a Paradise on Earth. Thanks to its numerous mountains, hills, rivers and lakes, Hangzhou is characterized as a beautiful urban landscape with ...
01.10.2016
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2461
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