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On the 5th day of the 5th lunar month, many Chinese cities commemorate the death of the great Chinese poet Qu Yuan with a tradition known as the Dragon Boat Festival. Like the recent Ching Ming Festival, on April 4th (Lunar: March 14th), the Dragon Boat Festival is a traditional Chinese festival. Although the festival originates from the south of China, Chengdu, a northwestern city, also hosts dragon boat…

Back in 2007, I had the privilege of exploring one of the world's most unbelievably mesmerizing sites. A majestic black rock, standing wide and tall in all its glory, called Mount Kailash.

Having the splendid culture, Kangding is always regarded as the key site in Sichuan-Tibet Line and the ancient tea horse road. Tracing back to its long history, Kangding has been the political, economic and cultural center of Kham Tibetan area for many years. With an area of more than 11,600 square kilometers, Kangding is a great home to Tibet people, Han people, Qiang People and other ethnic groups. In…

Located on the western rim of Sichuan basin, Mount Emei is definitely a place not to miss when traveling in Sichuan. Its reath-taking golden summit sunrise, impressive cloud sea, rich Buddhist culture are enough reasons to pack your bags and hit the road for Mount Emei. Here are 6 tips that you should know when planning a trip to Mount Emei.Popular trekking routesHighlights of Mount EmeiBest time to…

With the most magical and diverse scenery as well as enticing ethnic flavor, China's southwestern Yunnan province becomes one of the most popular destinations in China. In addition to that, countless trekking opportunities will ensure you excellent Yunnan vacations here.

Lhasa, the capital of Tibet, is the dream destination for almost all travelers worldwide. Known as the Land of Gods and the City of Sunshine, Lhasa is a great place for you to explore the Tibetan culture, and embark on a spiritual journey as you observe the lives of the most pious Buddhists in the world. As the gateway to the "real" Tibet, Lhasa deserves at least 4 days for you to "see it all". Here is my…

China - A Winter Wonderland DestinationExotic, enticing, and filled with unique experiences, China beckons the traveler to immerse in a variety of activities and adventures in wintertime. You can take your pick depending upon your weather preference, from snow-filled and bone-chilling temperatures in the north to the more temperate conditions in the south of China. But no matter where you spend your…

As for most travelers who want have a good taste of Chengdu traditional culture, Jili street must is the best choice among the Chengdu attractions.Jinli Street is adjacent to the Wuhou Temple and it is one of the well preserved old streets of Chengdu. You can take leisurely walks and spend your free time in Jinli street just like the Chengdu residents do. Among the places to visit in Chengdu tours, Jinli…

Would you like to know the ancient towns in Shanghai with traditional cultures? If yes, Zhujiajiao is the first destination which you should choose when you travel to Shanghai.Zhujiajiao is a water town on the outskirts of Shanghai. Today 36 stone bridges and numerous rivers line there and many ancient buildings still line on the riverbanks. With a history of more than 1,700 years, Shanghain protects the…

As the capital of Sichuan province, Chengdu enjoys a high reputation of as "The Land of Abundant" which means "Tian Fu Zhi Guo" in Chinese. Considered to be one of the economic center and as well as the transportation and communication hub in Western China, Chengdu has been equipped with massive modern transportation system in which Shuangliu International airport plays an major part.The airport in Chengdu…