Alipay & WeChat Pay for Foreigners in China: A Guide

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TRAVEL JOURNAL Oct 30, 2026

A Guide to China's Airport Codes and Transfers: Where to Fly and How to Get to the City

Planning a trip to China often starts with choosing the right flight. But before booking your tickets, it is worth understanding China's airpo...

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TRAVEL JOURNAL Oct 30, 2026

How to Use China's Ride-Hailing Apps: A Practical Guide for Foreign Travelers

Getting around China can be surprisingly convenient once you know which transportation apps to use. In major cities such as Beijing, Shanghai,...

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Chinese noodle dish photographed in natural light while traveling in China

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TRAVEL JOURNAL Oct 29, 2026

How to Photograph Chinese Food in China: 12 Practical Tips for Travelers

From a bowl of hand-pulled noodles in Xi'an to a bubbling Sichuan hotpot in Chengdu, a bamboo basket of freshly steamed dim sum in Guangzhou o...

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Traditional Chinese huangjiu rice wine served in ceramic vessels and small tasting cups

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TRAVEL JOURNAL Oct 29, 2026

Chinese Rice Wine Explained: Huangjiu, Mijiu and Shaoxing Wine

Chinese Rice Wine Explained: Huangjiu, Mijiu and Shaoxing Wine Chinese rice wine is an important part of China's culinary heritage, with a hi...

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Homemade Chinese wheat noodles with flour and a rolling pin on a wooden work surface

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TRAVEL JOURNAL Oct 29, 2026

How to Make Chinese Noodles: From Homemade Dough to Regional Noodle Traditions

How to Make Chinese Noodles: From Homemade Dough to Regional Noodle Traditions Chinese noodles are more than a staple food. They reflect regi...

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Traditional Chinese candy and sweets including milk candy and assorted confectionery

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TRAVEL JOURNAL Oct 29, 2026

Chinese Candy and Traditional Sweets: What to Try and Buy in China

Chinese Candy and Traditional Sweets: What to Try and Buy in China Chinese candy offers much more than familiar packaged sweets. From creamy ...

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Simple Chinese home-cooked dishes for beginners including tomato and egg stir-fry and rice

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TRAVEL JOURNAL Oct 29, 2026

How to Cook Chinese Food at Home: Ingredients, Techniques and Easy Recipes

How to Cook Chinese Food at Home: Ingredients, Techniques and Easy Recipes Learning how to cook Chinese food at home does not require a profe...

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Chinese food delivery meal prepared for travelers staying in China

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TRAVEL JOURNAL Oct 29, 2026

China Food Delivery Apps: A Practical Guide for Foreign Travelers

China Food Delivery Apps: A Practical Guide for Foreign Travelers China's food delivery apps make it easy to enjoy local meals without search...

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Chinese herbal tea served with chrysanthemum flowers, dried jujube and traditional plant ingredients

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TRAVEL JOURNAL Oct 29, 2026

Chinese Herbal Tea: A Guide to Traditional Drinks and Regional Tea Culture

Chinese Herbal Tea: A Guide to Traditional Drinks and Regional Tea Culture In China, a cup of tea can be much more than a refreshing drink. I...

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Chinese afternoon tea with traditional teaware and delicate pastries in a garden setting

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TRAVEL JOURNAL Oct 29, 2026

The Best Places for Afternoon Tea in China: Tea Houses, Historic Hotels and Scenic Views

Afternoon tea in China can mean many things. It might be a beautifully presented tiered stand of pastries and savory bites in a luxury hotel, ...

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Traditional Chinese festive foods including dumplings, mooncakes, zongzi and tangyuan

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TRAVEL JOURNAL Oct 29, 2026

Chinese Festival Foods: Traditional Dishes and Their Cultural Meanings

In China, food is often more than something to share around a table. It can express wishes for good fortune, celebrate the changing seasons, h...

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Craft beer taproom in Beijing with a relaxed neighborhood atmosphere

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TRAVEL JOURNAL Oct 29, 2026

China Craft Beer Guide: Exploring Breweries and Local Beer Culture

China Craft Beer Guide: Exploring Breweries and Local Beer Culture China’s craft beer scene offers an unexpected perspective on the country’s...

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Chinese night market with street food stalls and freshly grilled snacks after dark

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TRAVEL JOURNAL Oct 29, 2026

The Best Places for Late-Night Snacks in China: Night Markets, Street Food and Local Favorites

Late-Night Food in China: A City-by-City Guide to Night Markets and Snacks When the sun sets in China, the food scene takes on a different rh...

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Chinese fusion cuisine combining traditional Chinese ingredients with contemporary presentation

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TRAVEL JOURNAL Oct 29, 2026

Chinese Fusion Cuisine: History, Famous Dishes and Where to Experience It

Chinese Fusion Cuisine: History, Famous Dishes and Where to Experience It Chinese cuisine is often described through its regional traditions:...

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Regional halal food in China featuring beef noodles, lamb dishes and traditional breads

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TRAVEL JOURNAL Oct 29, 2026

Halal Food in China: A Guide to Muslim Cuisine, Regional Dishes and Travel

Halal Food in China: A Guide to Muslim Cuisine, Regional Dishes and Travel China's food culture is remarkably diverse, shaped by geography, m...

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Traditional Chinese shadow puppetry performance with colorful figures behind an illuminated screen

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TRAVEL JOURNAL Oct 28, 2026

Chinese Shadow Puppetry: History, Craftsmanship and Cultural Experiences

Chinese Shadow Puppetry: History, Craftsmanship and Cultural Experiences Imagine a darkened room, a softly illuminated screen and a processio...

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Ancient Longquan celadon kiln site in Zhejiang, China

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TRAVEL JOURNAL Oct 28, 2026

The Ancient Kilns of Longquan: Exploring China's Celadon Heritage

The Ancient Kilns of Longquan: Exploring China's Celadon Heritage In the misty hills of southern Zhejiang, China, the story of an extraordina...

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Jiayuguan Pass fortress surrounded by the arid landscape of Gansu, China

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TRAVEL JOURNAL Oct 28, 2026

China's Ancient Military Fortresses: Historic Passes, Great Wall Defenses and Mountain Strongholds

China's Ancient Military Fortresses: Historic Passes, Great Wall Defenses and Mountain Strongholds Across China's mountains, deserts, river v...

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Traditional Chinese jade carving displayed as an example of Chinese decorative art

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TRAVEL JOURNAL Oct 28, 2026

Chinese Jade Carving: History, Techniques, Symbolism and Where to Discover It

Chinese Jade Carving: History, Techniques, Symbolism and Where to Discover It For thousands of years, jade has held a special place in Chines...

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A musician playing the traditional Chinese guqin seven-string zither

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TRAVEL JOURNAL Oct 28, 2026

Chinese Traditional Musical Instruments: History, Sounds and Cultural Experiences

Chinese Traditional Musical Instruments: History, Sounds and Cultural Experiences The sound of a Chinese flute drifting across a lake, the ex...

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Hongcun ancient village in Anhui with traditional white walls and dark tiled roofs reflected in the water

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TRAVEL JOURNAL Oct 28, 2026

Xidi and Hongcun: A Guide to China's UNESCO-Listed Huizhou Villages

Xidi and Hongcun: A Guide to China's UNESCO-Listed Huizhou Villages Xidi and Hongcun are two of the best-preserved ancient villages in sout...

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Traditional Nanjing Yunjin silk brocade weaving on a wooden loom

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TRAVEL JOURNAL Oct 28, 2026

Ancient Chinese Silk Weaving Techniques: A Guide to Brocade, Kesi and Traditional Textiles

Ancient Chinese Silk Weaving Techniques: A Guide to Brocade, Kesi and Traditional Textiles Silk is one of China's most recognizable cultura...

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Historic Ming City Wall of Nanjing, a former capital of China

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TRAVEL JOURNAL Oct 28, 2026

Nanjing Travel Guide: Exploring China's Historic Former Capital

Nanjing Travel Guide: Exploring China's Historic Former Capital Nanjing is one of China's most historically significant cities, with a heri...

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Ancient Chinese Inscriptions and Calligraphy: A Guide to China's Written Heritage

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TRAVEL JOURNAL Oct 28, 2026

Ancient Chinese Inscriptions and Calligraphy: A Guide to China's Written Heritage

Discover the carved words, monumental stone tablets and expressive writing traditions that preserve China's history through the art of the wri...

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Historic streets of Xijin Ferry in Zhenjiang, Jiangsu, China

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TRAVEL JOURNAL Oct 28, 2026

Ancient Yangtze River Ferries: A Guide to China's Historic River Crossings

Discover the historic crossings, riverside towns and forgotten journeys that reveal how China's longest river connected people, trade and cult...

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Historic Chinese opera stage inside Beijing Huguang Guild Hall

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TRAVEL JOURNAL Oct 28, 2026

Historical Theaters in China: A Guide to Traditional Chinese Opera

Discover the historic stages, traditional architecture and regional performing arts that reveal the living heritage of Chinese theater. In ...

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Stone-paved historic street in Qingyan Ancient Town, Guizhou, China

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TRAVEL JOURNAL Oct 28, 2026

Historic Towns in Guizhou: A Guide to Five Ancient Towns and Cultural Heritage Sites

Historic Towns in Guizhou: A Guide to Five Ancient Towns and Cultural Heritage Sites Discover the stone lanes, riverside settlements, forti...

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Shenhai Well in Zigong with its historic wooden derrick

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TRAVEL JOURNAL Oct 28, 2026

Ancient Salt Wells of Zigong: A Guide to China's Historic Salt Industry

Discover the remarkable wells, traditional engineering and centuries of salt-making history that shaped one of Sichuan's most distinctive cult...

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Vendors preparing fresh produce stalls at a traditional Chinese food market in the morning

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TRAVEL JOURNAL Oct 27, 2026

Chinese Food Markets: 8 Scenes of Everyday Food Culture

Chinese Food Markets: 8 Scenes of Everyday Food Culture Fresh vegetables stacked in careful rows. Fish glistening on beds of ice. Red chill...

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Cantonese congee with century egg lean pork ginger and scallions in a ceramic bowl

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TRAVEL JOURNAL Oct 27, 2026

Chinese Porridge: A Guide to Congee, Regional Styles and Traditions

Chinese Porridge: A Guide to Congee, Regional Styles and Traditions A bowl of Chinese porridge may look simple, but its character changes d...

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Traditional Chinese red carved lacquerware with intricate floral relief decoration

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TRAVEL JOURNAL Oct 27, 2026

Chinese Lacquerware: A Guide to Traditional Craftsmanship and Art

A quiet shine, a finely carved landscape, a scattering of mother-of-pearl flowers against a deep black surface—Chinese lacquerware rewards a c...

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Traditional Miao clothing with embroidered fabric and silver ornaments in Guizhou China

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TRAVEL JOURNAL Oct 27, 2026

Traditional Clothing in China: A Guide to Ethnic Dress and Textile Traditions

Traditional Clothing in China: A Guide to Ethnic Dress and Textile Traditions China's traditional clothing tells stories that go far beyond...

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Yunnan mushroom hotpot served with seasonal mushrooms and broth in a Chinese restaurant

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TRAVEL JOURNAL Oct 27, 2026

China's Mushroom Culture: A Guide to Yunnan Wild Mushrooms and Regional Cuisine

China's Mushroom Culture: A Guide to Yunnan Wild Mushrooms and Regional Cuisine China's mushroom culture is a fascinating part of its regional...

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Traditional Peking duck served with thin pancakes, sweet bean sauce, cucumber and spring onions in Beijing

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TRAVEL JOURNAL Oct 27, 2026

Best Peking Duck in Beijing: 5 Restaurants for Every Type of Traveller

Best Peking Duck in Beijing: 5 Restaurants for Every Type of Traveller Few dishes capture the character of Beijing quite like Peking duck. ...

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A street food vendor preparing fresh seafood on a hot griddle in China

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TRAVEL JOURNAL Oct 27, 2026

Food Safety in China: A Practical Guide for Foreign Visitors

Food Safety in China: A Practical Guide for Foreign Visitors Exploring Chinese food is one of the most rewarding parts of travelling throug...

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Remains of the rammed-earth Yuan Dadu city wall in Beijing's historic ruins park

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TRAVEL JOURNAL Oct 27, 2026

Yuan Dynasty Ruins in Beijing: A Guide to Ancient Dadu

Yuan Dynasty Ruins in Beijing: A Guide to Ancient Dadu Beijing is often associated with the grandeur of the Forbidden City, the ceremonial ...

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Beijing Ancient Observatory with historic bronze astronomical instruments on its raised platform

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TRAVEL JOURNAL Oct 27, 2026

Ancient Chinese Observatories: A Guide to China's Astronomical Heritage

Ancient Chinese Observatories: A Guide to China's Astronomical Heritage Long before telescopes transformed modern astronomy, Chinese astron...

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Tianyi Pavilion in Ningbo, a historic private library in China surrounded by traditional architecture and gardens

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TRAVEL JOURNAL Oct 27, 2026

Ancient Libraries in China: A Guide to Historic Books and Literary Heritage

Ancient Libraries in China: A Guide to Historic Books and Literary Heritage Imagine stepping through a quiet courtyard, past weathered wood...

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Chinese vegetarian cuisine with tofu, mushrooms and seasonal vegetables

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TRAVEL JOURNAL Oct 26, 2026

Chinese Vegetarian Cuisine: A Guide to Traditional Dishes and Food Culture

Chinese Vegetarian Cuisine: A Guide to Traditional Dishes and Food Culture Chinese vegetarian cuisine is far more diverse than a plate of s...

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Traditional Chinese huangjiu wine vessel and tasting cups in a Shaoxing-inspired setting

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TRAVEL JOURNAL Oct 26, 2026

Chinese Alcoholic Drinks: A Guide to Huangjiu, Baijiu and Wine Culture

Chinese Alcoholic Drinks: A Guide to Huangjiu, Baijiu and Wine Culture China's drinking culture is a story of grains, fermentation, craftsm...

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A traditional Chinese dining table with shared dishes, chopsticks and tea cups

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TRAVEL JOURNAL Oct 26, 2026

Chinese Dining Etiquette: A Guide to Food Culture and Table Manners

Chinese Dining Etiquette: A Guide to Food Culture and Table Manners A meal in China is often about much more than the food on the table. It...

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A selection of Chinese regional dishes representing the diversity of China's culinary traditions

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TRAVEL JOURNAL Oct 26, 2026

Chinese Regional Cuisines: A Guide to China's 8 Great Cuisines and Local Food

Chinese Regional Cuisines: A Guide to China's 8 Great Cuisines and Local Food China's food culture is as diverse as its landscapes. From th...

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A street vendor preparing traditional Chinese snacks on a hot griddle

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TRAVEL JOURNAL Oct 26, 2026

Best Places to Try Chinese Snacks in China: 7 Cities and Local Food Guides

Best Places to Try Chinese Snacks in China: 7 Cities and Local Food Guides Some of the most memorable food experiences in China happen betw...

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Longmen Grottoes stone Buddha sculptures carved into limestone cliffs in Luoyang, China

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TRAVEL JOURNAL Oct 26, 2026

Chinese Stone Carving Art: History, Techniques and 3 Remarkable Sites

Chinese Stone Carving Art: History, Techniques and 3 Remarkable Sites China's stone carving art is more than a story of statues carved into...

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Panoramic view of Pingyao Ancient City in Shanxi, China, with traditional rooftops and historic city walls

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TRAVEL JOURNAL Oct 26, 2026

Pingyao Ancient City: A Guide to China's Historic Walled City and Merchant Heritage

Pingyao Ancient City: A Guide to China's Historic Walled City and Merchant Heritage Discover one of China's best-preserved historic cities,...

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Traditional Buddhist temple surrounded by wooded hills in Hangzhou, China

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TRAVEL JOURNAL Oct 26, 2026

Buddhism, Taoism and Confucianism in China: Beliefs, Temples and Heritage

Buddhism, Taoism and Confucianism in China: Beliefs, Temples and Heritage China's temples, sacred mountains, ancestral halls and historic a...

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Blue-and-white porcelain from Jingdezhen, China's historic centre of ceramic craftsmanship

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TRAVEL JOURNAL Oct 26, 2026

Jingdezhen Porcelain: A Guide to China's Porcelain Capital

Jingdezhen Porcelain: A Guide to China's Porcelain Capital For centuries, porcelain made in Jingdezhen has travelled far beyond China. Its ...

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A Guide to the Mausoleum of the First Qin Emperor: What You Haven't Seen

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TRAVEL JOURNAL Oct 26, 2026

A Guide to the Mausoleum of the First Qin Emperor: What You Haven't Seen

The Terracotta Army is often the first reason travellers visit Xi'an. Thousands of life-sized warriors, arranged in remarkable military format...

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Cantonese steamed fish with ginger and spring onion, a classic example of Chinese seafood cuisine

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TRAVEL JOURNAL Oct 23, 2026

Chinese Seafood Culture: A Guide to 4 Regional Cuisines and Local Dishes

Chinese Seafood Culture: A Guide to 4 Regional Cuisines and Local Dishes China's seafood culture is as diverse as its coastline, rivers and...

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Traditional Suzhou embroidery with delicate silk stitching and floral details

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TRAVEL JOURNAL Oct 23, 2026

Suzhou Embroidery (Su Xiu): A Guide to China's Traditional Silk Art

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