Tag Archives: Li River
Best Places to Visit in China in the Summer Posted by sasha on Jul 19, 2017
Summer is here, and it’s a great time to travel in China. Sure, it’s a busy time of year, but that’s always the case in the world’s most populous country. In my 5+ years of living in China, I ended up doing most of my traveling during the summer months. Here are a few of…
10 Videos for Summer in China Posted by sasha on Jun 22, 2017
Today marks the official start of summer (夏天 – xià tiān). All across China, children are finishing up their final exams while parents are busy scheduling summer activities. The weather is getting hotter and hotter, and you can expect to see the “Beijing bikini” on display as men roll up their shirts to deal…
Famous Places Around China Posted by sasha on May 22, 2017
China is a country full of impressive places, both man-made and natural. One could spend an entire lifetime exploring here and not even come close to seeing it all. Join us on a short tour around some of China’s most famous places while learning the names for them in Chinese in this 2-minute video:
25 Famous Chinese Landmarks Posted by sasha on May 17, 2017
In a country as massive as China, there’s lots to see. You could spend an entire lifetime exploring the Middle Kingdom and not see it all. That being said, there are definitely some places you’ll want to put higher on your China bucket list than others. Here are 25 famous Chinese landmarks and their names…
Yangshuo Photo Essay Posted by sasha on Mar 30, 2015
While I recently penned a blog post entitled “10 Reasons Why Yangshuo is Still Awesome” – which should have been enough to convince you that this scenic town in the autonomous region of Guangxi is still worth visiting – it’s true that a picture is worth a thousand words. For those who agree that seeing…
Li River Cruise and Motorbike Trip in Yangshuo Posted by sasha on Mar 26, 2015
The best part about visiting Yangshuo is getting out of town and taking in the area’s stunning landscapes – the karst mountain peaks and majestic Li River. Spend the morning cruising up the river in a bamboo raft to see the scenery so famous it’s on the back of the 20 RMB note. Then rent a…
Stunning Scenery and Wild Nightlife in Yangshuo Posted by sasha on Mar 19, 2015
Join us on a video tour of one of the most scenic spots in China – Yangshuo, a town in the autonomous region of Guangxi. Famous for its karst mountains and the Li River, Yangshuo is a great place to visit. Cycle or get a motorbike to explore the stunning countryside, catch an impressive cultural…