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Historical Center of Macau Video Tour Posted by sasha on Nov 24, 2015
Macau is famous primarily for being the “Vegas of the Orient,” but there’s a lot more to this former Portuguese colony than just casinos. Explore the city’s historical center in this short video featuring Senado Square, the Ruins of St. Paul’s, and the Museum of Macau.
Better Know a… SAR (Macau) Posted by sasha on Nov 18, 2015
We’re getting to know all corners of China in our “Better Know a…” series. Today, we head to one of just three Special Administrative Regions (SAR), as we visit Macau (澳门 – Ào mén). Perhaps most famous around the world as the “Vegas of Asia,” there’s a lot more to Macau than just casinos. History During…
Forbidden City Video Tour Posted by sasha on Nov 16, 2015
Step inside the massive Forbidden City in Beijing on this short video tour guiding you through the former home of Ming and Qing Dynasty emperors. Afterwards, climb the hill at Jingshan Park for the best aerial view of the palace.
Huangguoshu Waterfall Video Posted by sasha on Nov 11, 2015
In a follow-up to our recent post about the epic Huangguoshu Waterfall in southwest China’s Guizhou province, here’s a short video tour showing you the mighty falls, a cool night market, and some of the karst mountain scenery the area is famous for.
Huangguoshu Waterfall Posted by sasha on Nov 9, 2015
We’ve been talking about Guizhou province a lot on here recently, from the capital city of Guiyang to the Qianling Park outside of town. But there’s a lot more to Guizhou than the big city. A trip to this province wouldn’t be complete without taking in some of its natural beauty. Perhaps the best place…
Qianling Park, Guiyang Posted by sasha on Oct 27, 2015
Just outside of the city center in Guiyang is Qianling Park, a place where locals come to hang out, chat, or walk up to the Hongfu Temple. Walk all the way to the top and enjoy the views of the city below, where you’ll clearly see the rush to modernization that’s going on across the…
Tiger Leaping Gorge Posted by sasha on Oct 12, 2015
For lovers of the great outdoors and adventure travel, one place that should be high atop your China bucket list is the Tiger Leaping Gorge (虎跳峡 – hǔ tiào xiá) in Yunnan province. This epic 2-day hike takes you up in the mountains, where you’ll truly feel like you’re hiking in the clouds as you…