Travel – China
Travel – China
Hainan Airlines’ cabin crew uniforms show how Particularism works
At the Paris Couture Week in early July, China’s Hainan Airlines presented their new cabin crew uniforms which were designed by Laurence Xu. They “combine elements of classical, time-honored Oriental aesthetics and the silhouette of a modern Western suit, infusing… Read More ›
Tibet: Train journey to Lhasa
This is the second in a series detailing a trip to Everest Base Camp (Tibet), which started in Beijing and an ass-busting walk along The Great Wall (1). My travelling companions and I, suitably chuffed from our successful exertions, flew to… Read More ›
On Tour: The Great Wall of China
What happens in Vegas stays in Vegas, or in my case, what happens in Beijing stays in Beijing is one of those clichés that is used with a bit of a nudge and a wink to describe a trip with… Read More ›
The Chinese on a personal level: White man in China
I went to China in 2011 by way of Hong Kong. I met up with a friend of mine I had met in Vietnam who was living in Hong Kong; he offered to show me around. Hong Kong, of course,… Read More ›
Changzhou, China
In Changzhou there is a historical theme park called Yancheng ChunQiu Land. It is a beautiful park built up to illustrate a part of Chinese history called Spring and Autumn period. From around year 770 BC to 476 BC there… Read More ›
China unearths ancient palace ruins near terracotta warriors
China has unearthed the ruins of an ancient palace near the tomb of the country’s first emperor that was already famed for its terracotta soldiers, state media said on Saturday. The discovery is the latest at the mausoleum, which dates… Read More ›
Zhu jia jiao: A watertown in Shanghai
If you want to visit an ancient watertown in the outskirts of Shanghai, Zhu jia jiao is just the right place for you. There are nice canals running through the town, and the best way to explore the city is… Read More ›
Bodies in Motion (Chris H Lynn)
Bodies in Motion is a video in the “Reconstructing Seventeenth Century Chinese Landscape Painting” series, by Chris H. Lynn. Set in Nanjing.
Night Bridge (Chris H Lynn)
Night Bridge is a video in the “Reconstructing Seventeenth Century Chinese Landscape Painting” series, by Chris H. Lynn
Morning Fisherman – Nanjing, China (Chris H Lynn)
Morning Fisherman is a video from the “Reconstructing Scenic views from Seventeenth Century Chinese Landscape Painting” series, produced by Chris H. Lynn Location: Xuanwu Lake, Nanjing, China
China to build £3bn theme park in Tibet
Authorities in China have begun work on a £3-billion development aimed at luring more tourists to Tibet. It will see the construction of a theme park, a commercial district and a residential area on the outskirts of Lhasa, the capital… Read More ›
A visit to Shaoxing
Shaoxing is a smallish city in Zhejiang province about 200 km south east of Shanghai. Shaoxing is today mostly known for its fabric manufacturing. It is a nice city surrounded by beautiful scenery. There are plenty of things to do… Read More ›
Off The Beaten Track – Beijing: Episode 5 “The Market Collector”
Anne Gonschorek and Jessica Dowse show a China beyond the guide books. Join them to meet interesting characters and learn about Chinese culture first hand.
Off The Beaten Track – Beijing: Episode 4 “The Rickshaw Driver”
China Radio International’s chief explorers Anne Gonschorek and Jessica Dowse show a China beyond the guide books. Join them to meet interesting characters and learn about Chinese culture first hand.
Off The Beaten Track – Beijing: Episode 3 “The Veggie Musicians”
China Radio International’s chief explorers Anne Gonschorek and Jessica Dowse show a China beyond the guide books. Join them to meet interesting characters and learn about Chinese culture first hand.
Off The Beaten Track Beijing: Episode 2 The Street Food Vendor
China Radio International’s Anne Gonschorek and Jessica Dowse show a China beyond the guide books. Join them to meet interesting characters and learn about Chinese culture first hand. https://vimeo.com/40498162
Off The Beaten Track Beijing: Episode 1 The Fortune Teller
China Radio International’s chief-explorers Jessica Dowse and Anne Gonschorek show a China beyond the guide books. Join them to meet interesting characters and learn about Chinese culture first hand. https://vimeo.com/41137103
Hong Kong Avenue Of Stars
January 31st 2011: The Avenue of Stars is a salute to eminent Hong Kong film workers for their devoted contribution to local and world theatres. With many visitors to Hong Kong being fans of Hong Kong’s movies, the Avenue of… Read More ›
Chengdu China Giant Panda Breeding Base
July 29 2010: The Chengdu Research Base of Giant Panda Breeding is a non-profit organisation engaged in wildlife research, captive breeding, conservation education, and educational tourism. It’s go.al is to be a world-class research facility in all these areas The… Read More ›
Exploring the Ancient Sites and Streets of Wenshu Temple and Beyond
Published at eChinacities online magazine Many visitors come to Chengdu for the temples, the shopping, the restaurants and sightseeing. Wenshu Temple and surrounding area has all that and more. Lined with quaint buildings in the ancient Chinese architectural style, each… Read More ›
Chengdu’s Tibetan Quarter – Gateway to Tibet
Published at eChinacities online magazine Many consider Chengdu to be the gateway to Tibet, so it is only reasonable that visitors to Chengdu would want to visit the Tibetan Quarter. Chengdu’s Tibetan Quarter, or Little Lhasa, is located in the… Read More ›
Jiading Confucius Temple in Shanghai
Jiading is an ancient town located in Jiading District, about 20 kilometres northwest of Shanghai. On the southside of Jiading, in South Street, is the famous Confucius Temple, known locally as Jiading Kongmiao. It is one of the biggest and… Read More ›
Shanghai China Nights
While there is much to see in Shanghai, these night time shots of the city’s lights, including from helicopter, rooftops and restricted locations, are particularly spectacular. Shanghai has grown from a small fishing and textiles town, to become one of… Read More ›
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