Wuzhen – my Favorite Water Town in China

My first  visit to Wuzhen Water Town was during the traditional International Theater Festival in October. I could not believe I was in China! The atmosphere i...

Datong: Old town, Hanging Monastery, Yungang Grottoes and more

One of the most exciting destinations in China is Datong, in Shanxi province. Datong, in Chinese terms, is a small city with over three million inhabitants. It ...

Beaches Near Beijing

  Beijing is not near the ocean, but to get to the beaches from the capital for a weekend is not too difficult. Beijingers get there by car or by fast t...

Some Additional Tips for Your Weekend in Hong Kong

Hong Kong always knows how to surprise you, and if you intend to visit for a weekend or longer, I have some tips that you might find useful. My biggest and mos...

Chengde Mountain Resort: an Ultimate Guide

If you go to Beijing for longer than two or three days, you need to visit some exciting places that are relatively close. A very attractive spot is Chengde Moun...

Why You Have to Visit Yellow Mountain When You are in China

Of all the notable mountains in China, Yellow Mountain, or Huangshan Mountain, is the most famous and the most loved. You will find this mountain range in Anhui...

Visit a Teahouse in Beijing

  China, like Japan and Nepal, has a tradition of teahouses. Teahouses are venues where you not only drink tea, but you can also relax and enjoy shows....

Have a Look at These Amazing Places of Worship in Beijing

Tourists in Beijing usually visit the Temple of Heaven, the Lama Temple and the Temple of Confucius. They all are great and included on all tourist itineraries,...

Off the Beaten Path in Beijing

Beijing is much more than the Forbidden City the Great Wall. It offers a lot of well-hidden spots to have a look at if you decide to turn off the beaten path, a...

Why is it a Good Idea to Visit Bengbu City in Anhui Province

Anhui province is situated in the very center of China. Bengbu is the third major city of this province, with 3.5 million inhabitts, situated on the banks o...