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Best places for shopping in Xi’an

Embark on a retail adventure in the heart of China with our expert guide to shopping in Xi’an. As one of the most prosperous cities and tourist destinations in China, you will find numerous great places for souvenirs in Xi’an. Various souvenirs can be chosen for your families and friends. 

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Popual Chengdu amusement parks – fun and thrills for families

If you are feeling hot and bored when you have your Chengdu tour in summer, then you should visit the two amusement parks in Chengdu. It will help you to cool off the heat and have fun at the same time. Going to the amusement parks, you can have fun, excitement and cool yourself in the water on a hot summer’s day. It can be one of the best entertainment activities in the summer. The two most outstanding…

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August 2013 – Shangri-la Earthquake Causes Temporary Closure of Some Yunnan Attractions

An announcement from the tourism bureau of Deqen Tibetan Autonomous Region on 31st August recommends that tourists and residents in Shangri-la not visit Tiger Leaping Gorge, Meli Snow Mountain and Yunnan Snub-nosed Monkey National Park in the short term. Scenic spots, including Balagezong Area and Tiger Leaping Gorge, have also been temporarily closed to public, said the announcement. This temporary…

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Important Changes on Getting A China Visa – New Regulation Effective September 2013

Chinese authorities have announced a new exit-and-entry regulation on July 22nd, aiming to standardize the issue of visas for foreigners. These new rules will be effective from September 1st of this year.The new visa regulation offers for 12 types of categories for foreign travelers to choose. The 6 New and revised visa categories include:F visa: For travelers who arrive for exchanges and visits.M visa:…

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My unique experience in Chengdu Dialogue in the Dark

Do you know how many Visually Impaired (VI) people are there in your city? Have you ever imagined that if one day you are one of them, what would your life be like? Do you want to try even once to live in the dark, and experience the city that you used to know well without using your eyes? You may not know what the world would be like without seeing it. However, believe it or not, from 1988, with the help…

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China Now Allows Short Stay Without Visa

We are pleasant to announce that China is now making is accessible for transiting airline passengers from 45 countries to enjoy a 72-hour visa-free stay in both Beijing and Shanghai.To apply for a 72-hour visa-free stay, travelers need to prepare their valid international travel documents and the flight tickets which will depart to the third country or area within 72 hours.  During the 3 days, they are not…

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2013 Tibet Permits can be Easily Applied for Now

We are pleased to announce that foreign travelers can once again easily apply for a Tibet Travel Permit! On March 25th, the Tibet Tourism Bureau (TTB) released an official notice that Tibet would be reopen on April 1st. This important travel news means the previous restrictions in place for foreigners traveling to Tibet in 2012 have been lifted.

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