Hancheng, An Ancient City of Heart-Touching Beauty

Hancheng, An Ancient City of Heart-Touching Beauty

When talking about ancient city or rural town, the places arises in one’s mind are often Qingmuchuan Ancient Town and Yuanjiacun Village. Because they don’t know that in east of Shaanxi province there is an ancient city which are more worthy of visit, Hancheng. Hancheng keeps the oldest and best preserved ancient city in…

Yongxingfang Food Street: A Great Place to Taste Food and Culture in Xian

Yongxingfang Food Street: A Great Place to Taste Food and Culture in Xian

Though the Muslim Quarter is still the most popular food street in Xian, an increasing number of local Xian people and tourists go to Yongxingfang Food Street for a typical Xian food tour. If you want to see the bustling scenery, Muslim Quarter will be the first choice. If you want to try some Shaanxi Food, we will recommend Yongxingfang…

The Detailed Shopping Guide for Forbidden City Souvenirs

The Detailed Shopping Guide for Forbidden City Souvenirs

The Forbidden City in Beijing is a royal palace of China during the Ming and Qing dynasties, located in the center of Beijing’s central axis. It is a crystallization of ancient Chinese architecture, art and history and culture, attracting countless tourists to visit. During your Beijing tours, you can’t miss the beautiful Forbidden City souvenirs. There are some…

Xi’an Free Attraction Highlights: How to Enjoy Xian on a Budget

Xi’an Free Attraction Highlights: How to Enjoy Xian on a Budget

Xi’an has been attracting tourists from all over the world with its rich tourism resources over these years. Is it bothering you having to purchase tickets wherever you go, which can be quite costly? And sometimes, the views may not live up to your expectations. There are also times when you just want to…

Xian Side Trips to Ancient Towns

Xian Side Trips to Ancient Towns

If you are tired of the hustles and bustles of the big cities, then why not drive to these ancient towns and relax yourself, have a taste of rustic folk custom and enjoy the beautiful sceneries? Today I will recommend the top five ancient towns in Shaanxi Province to you. Content Preview 1. Dangjia…

Xi’an Shopping Tips: Where to Go, What to Buy & Essential Tips

Xi’an Shopping Tips: Where to Go, What to Buy & Essential Tips

As one of the most important cities in northwestern China, Xian’s economy developed rapidly in recent years. With the ever-accelerated development of commerce, shopping is quite convenient. Xi’an where a major shopping district is characterized by a high concentration, so for tourists, shopping can be much more convenient. Whether to buy life necessities or…

Zhejiang Taizhou Shenxianju Scenic Area — Explore Stunning Landscapes

Zhejiang Taizhou Shenxianju Scenic Area — Explore Stunning Landscapes

While planning your Hangzhou tours, you can also experience different landscapes in other parts of Zhejiang Province. Located in Xianju County, Taizhou City, Zhejiang Province, Shenxianju Scenic Area was founded in 1998 with a total area of 22.32 square kilometers. With precipitous mountains, fresh breeze, and dense forests, the Shenxianju Scenic Area is the…

Beijing Hutongs: A Journey Through Time

Beijing Hutongs: A Journey Through Time

Mainly distributed in the Dongcheng District and Xicheng District in Beijing, hutongs have witnessed Beijing’s long history. Being the beating heart of Beijing’s cultural and social life, Beijing hutongs stand as timeless guardians of the city’s rich heritage and must be included in your Beijing tours. Wandering through the narrow alleyways, you’ll discover the hidden…

Tongrentang Drug Store: Authentic Traditional Chinese Medicine Since 1669

Tongrentang Drug Store: Authentic Traditional Chinese Medicine Since 1669

Tongrentang is a time-honored traditional Chinese medicine enterprise which is famous both at home and broad. The meaning of its name is “the unity of hearts and minds, benevolence spreading across the world”. Since 1723, it became an imperial pharmacy for a total of 188 years because of its superb quality of drugs. Through…

Chinese Gunpowder Invention: How Ancient China Changed the World

Chinese Gunpowder Invention: How Ancient China Changed the World

Having revolutionized areas like warfare, mining, construction, and even entertainment across the globe, gunpowder proudly stands as one of the most transformative and significant inventions in human history. While many people associate its origins with medieval Europe, the invention of gunpowder, in fact, traces back to ancient China, where it emerged not from a…

Ancient Chinese Compass – One of the Four Great Inventions of Ancient China

Ancient Chinese Compass – One of the Four Great Inventions of Ancient China

For thousands of years, Chinese people have kept surprising the world with their infinite creativity and wisdom. The inventions and masterpieces born on China’s vast land had greatly shaped world history. Among the Four Great Inventions – the compass, papermaking, printing, and gunpowder – the Chinese compass greatly reflects the nation’s deep intellect and pursuit of harmony between humanity and…

The Beijing’s Western Hills

The Beijing’s Western Hills

The Western Hills(Xishan), outside Beijing(Peking), offer five major attractions-the Fragrant Hills(Xiangshan), Temple of Azure Clouds(Biyunsi), Cherry Dale(Yingtaogou), Temple of the Sleeping Buddha (Wofosi) and the site of the Eight Temples(Badachu). An excursion to Western Hills offers relief from the hubbub of the city and from man—made landscapes such as are seen at Beihai and…

The Grand Canal–A Great Project Next to the Great Wall

The Grand Canal–A Great Project Next to the Great Wall

China has amazed the world time to time with its incredible man-made wonders. And among all the miracle-like creations, the Grand Canal of China, also known as the Jinghang Waterway, is another shinning star that significantly changed people’s life and even the history. It stretches for nearly 1,800 kilometers (1,115 miles) is still the…

Fragrant Hills Park Beijing: The Combination of Nature and Culture

Fragrant Hills Park Beijing: The Combination of Nature and Culture

Fragrant Hills Park Beijing China, also called Xiangshan Park Beijing, is located in Haidian District of Beijing. It is a famous tourist attraction integrating natural scenery, history and culture, and leisure. With its beautiful natural landscape and deep cultural heritage, Fragrant Hills Park has become a popular attraction during Beijing tours. Travel Information of…

The Mount Emei – A Famous Buddhist Mountain in China

The Mount Emei – A Famous Buddhist Mountain in China

Content Preview Brief Introduction to Mount Emei Fast Facts about Mount Emei What to See at Mt. Emei ? (Main Attractions) Things to Do at Mount Emei What Hotels Are Near Mount Emei? – Accommodation How Can I Get to Mount Emei? – Transportation What’s the Best Viewing Time of Mount Emei? How Can…

Celebrating Tomb Sweeping Day (Qingming Festival): Traditions and Cultural Heritage

Celebrating Tomb Sweeping Day (Qingming Festival): Traditions and Cultural Heritage

China has several major traditional festivals, including the Chinese New Year, Lantern Festival, Qingming Festival, Dragon Boat Festival, and Mid-Autumn Festival. Among them, the Qingming Festival is an important day for honoring ancestors. Qingming is one of China’s 24 solar terms, which objectively reflect seasonal changes in temperature, rainfall, and phenology. Ancient farmers used…