Shiwei, also known as Ji Lalin, has a long history that dates back to the 5th century AD when villagers first settled here. During the Tang Dynasty (618-907), Shiwei, was known as Dada, and considered a Mongolian homeland. Currently it’s the only ethnic Russian township in China, and the diverse population lives together harmoniously.[Read more]

A lake dotted with islands and fringed by a laid-back city is a perfect setting.Crocodiles, jellyfish and other perils of the deep are not part of the Qiandaohu experience, meaning you can add swimming in the Great Outdoors, in azure waters veiling buried archeological treasures, to your stress-free trip into Chinas less-industrial past.[Read more]

Built six centuries ago to repel invading armies, the ancient fortress of Longli is today poised to attract legions of outsiders with its legacy as a Ming Dynasty (1368-1644) castle.The problem, however, with designing Longli solely to ward off attacks has been that it has really thrown off the feng shui, residents say.[Read more]

The Shanhai Pass of the Great Wall in Hebei province is the perfect place to catch a glimpse of life in China some 600 years ago. The place where the Great Wall meets the Pacific Ocean at its eastern end is a stunning sight that draws millions of tourists today.[Read more]

If you want to get away from the hustle and bustle of the Shanghai metropolis to seek out a historic and well-preserved ancient town, then head for Zhouzhuang, a place regarded as Chinas most famous water town.[Read more]

Anchang, an ancient town 12 kilometers west of the city of Shaoxing in Zhejiang province, with its untouched historical beauty, tranquility and elegance, is a good alternative to those overcrowded destinations.[Read more]

Expo fever is on the rise in todays travel market, but for many visitors who have come a long way to Shanghai, one tour about the Expo Garden doesnt seem enough for all the effort. So, they seek nearby tourist attractions. And among all the choices, the ancient water towns which Shanghainese often use as weekend retreats are the most popular.[Read more]

The tombs of the Ming Emperors are situated out near the Tianshou Mountains, some 50 kilometres northwest of Beijing. It may be a bit off the beaten track for many tourists but it is well worth making the trek out to view the necropolis of some of Chinas great rulers of the past — monarchs who ruled from 1368 through to 1644.[Read more]

As an immigrant from the south of the country, I see all of southern China as my hometown. Let me show you around a small town here.[Read more]

Pasang from Bayi Town, Nyingchi County in southeast Tibets Nyingchi Prefecture, is a tour guide of the local Thousand Year Walnut Tree Folk Custom and Culture Village.She is now attending a training course for tour guides at the Zhaoqing Tourism School in south Chinas Guangdong Province.[Read more]