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Feiyun Cliff (飞云崖), lit. flying clouds cliff, is named for its striking appearance. As a Ming Dynasty established by t...
28/03/2025

Feiyun Cliff (飞云崖), lit. flying clouds cliff, is named for its striking appearance. As a Ming Dynasty established by the people, every year on the fourth lunar month, they gather here to hold a 3-day celebration. As if you needed another reason to visit...

As the world's first Mazu , the Mazu Temple is believed to date back 1,000+ years. At the top of the hill is a stone ...
26/03/2025

As the world's first Mazu , the Mazu Temple is believed to date back 1,000+ years. At the top of the hill is a stone statue of standing 14+ meters tall. In 2024, there were ~300 million people worldwide who worshiped this compassionate of the sea.

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A popular tourist destination for 800+ years since the Liao Dynasty, ’s Yuyuantan (玉渊潭公园), aka Jade Lake Park, is cov...
20/03/2025

A popular tourist destination for 800+ years since the Liao Dynasty, ’s Yuyuantan (玉渊潭公园), aka Jade Lake Park, is covered in blossom pink. As spring arrives, why not sit under 1 of the 2,000+ blossom trees in the park & enjoy some cherry ice cream!

Built in the Dynasty 1,300+ years ago, Kaiyuan Temple (开元寺) is a famous structure in , Province. The East and Wes...
18/03/2025

Built in the Dynasty 1,300+ years ago, Kaiyuan Temple (开元寺) is a famous structure in , Province. The East and West within the temple are the tallest pair of stone pagodas still standing in . Each roof tells its own story.

Did you know the iconic Kunlun Hotel opened in 1959 and instantly became the favorite spot for foreign exchanges? At 8...
26/02/2025

Did you know the iconic Kunlun Hotel opened in 1959 and instantly became the favorite spot for foreign exchanges? At 8 stories tall, it towered over the city below, earning it the nickname “Balou” (8 stories).

: There's something special about beneath the and , looking down over the slumbering city of below.
25/02/2025

: There's something special about beneath the and , looking down over the slumbering city of below.

: As the day's draws to a close, we gather atop Jiangjunshan for a stunning view of the .
25/02/2025

: As the day's draws to a close, we gather atop Jiangjunshan for a stunning view of the .

: No trip here is complete without a taste of the evocatively named dish Big Plate of (大盘鸡). With potatoes, noodles...
25/02/2025

: No trip here is complete without a taste of the evocatively named dish Big Plate of (大盘鸡). With potatoes, noodles, peppers and more, it's a full meal in and of itself.

: Keketuohai Global Geopark is home to the legendary No. 3 Vein, a jaw-dropping pit that fueled China's industrializ...
25/02/2025

: Keketuohai Global Geopark is home to the legendary No. 3 Vein, a jaw-dropping pit that fueled China's industrialization with priceless minerals.

Pro tip: Bundle up! Temperatures here can plunge to a bone-chilling -50°C.

(Courtesy photo from Li Da)

: Hemu Village shines at . A short hike or horse ride up the hill reveals misty rooftops, chimney smoke, and breatht...
24/02/2025

: Hemu Village shines at . A short hike or horse ride up the hill reveals misty rooftops, chimney smoke, and breathtaking views.

: While is known for its snowy peaks and world-class skiing, such is the beauty of the place that even a simple i...
23/02/2025

: While is known for its snowy peaks and world-class skiing, such is the beauty of the place that even a simple in the becomes an unforgettable experience.

22/02/2025

: Overlooking is the Hadeng Platform, traditionally reached on horseback or by sled. While visitors today use it to enjoy the fabulous , it is said Genghis Khan once stood here as he looked out over his armies below.

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