China travel guide

China Yunnan city travel guide

admin — Tue, 05 Jan 2010 07:19:30 +0000

Yunnan, and its brilliant culture, numerous monuments and customs of various different nationalities, coupled with vastly different three-dimensional climate, rare birds and animals, plants that have underground treasures,giving of its rich and mysterious charm.
Kunming, Yunnan in China are called”Spring City”, which are indeed very beautiful. In the north now, thousands of miles are covered with the snow, but in winter in Kunming you will not feel cold. Tt is still a bonus Liulv spring, camellias in full bloom, the race to the blossoming plum and cherry flowers in Kunming interpretation of the world.

Transportation guide

Travelling to Yunnan, I suggest you go to Kunming first. In Kunming, Wujiaba International Airport currently go to Beijing, Guangzhou, Shenzhen and other 48 domestic routes; from Kunming it also opens the route to the major tourist areas in the province. In addition, the road in Kunming is the center in Yunnan Province, extending to the provinces, cities at home and abroad.

Food guide

Yunnan food general features as: wide choice of materials and styles in order to cook delicacies from land, water and so on. The food is characterized by its fresh fragrance to taste sweet, sour moderate, generally 5 yuan per capita consumption to 20 yuan. Well-known local dishes are: chrysanthemum white fungus gas cooker chicken, chicken tiger palm bacteria, Minced Fish Milk Cake volume, cross the bridge noodle, crisp dumplings and so on.

Three Gorges Dam open to visitors again

admin — Mon, 14 Dec 2009 07:52:28 +0000

In the morning of April 5,2009, the Three Gorges Dam crest re-opened to domestic and foreign tourists. Yangtze River Three Gorges Tourism Company said it will implement stricter security screening measures to ensure the security of visitors and the top of the dam after the opening.

According to reports, the current top of the dam area open to visitors, like last year, is limited to the left bank of the dam crest length of 100 meters and a width of 5 meters range. Tourists can take the car battery on board the dam, the sluice section of the designated area off to tour, take pictures, stay about 20 minutes.

Last year, the Three Gorges Dam crest for the first time opened to visitors. During the period it ushered in hundreds of thousands of Chinese and foreign tourists. In order to ensure the security of visitors, the Yangtze River Three Gorges Tourism Company implemented a strict security checks. Before they boarded the crest, tourists must go through the same security at the airport gate, and can not bring cameras, umbrellas, beverages and other items. Because of these security measures, top of the dam has no security incidents since it opened to travellers.

Tibet travel guide in winter

admin — Thu, 03 Dec 2009 02:27:54 +0000

To escape the peak tourist season, travelling to Tibet in the winter to feel the enthusiasm of snow-covered plateau. In Lhasa, the winter is not as cold as you imagine. High latitude and plenty of sunlight during the day has brought more than ten degrees in temperature, also at about freezing at night. It is warmer than many parts of the north in China. And the dry climate of Lhasa, there will be no feeling of cold. Basking in the sun, It is especially comfortable.

Tibet Accommodation Guide
Those regular hotels, not backpackers’ chice.Youth hostels though cheap, but most of them noisy, and people more lively, so they are more suitable for passers-by. Either, you come to Tibet to escape the city noise in search of a leisurely and quiet accommodation, or you want to Tibet as a life experience, would like more in-depth experience truly Tibet, rather than skimming over the surface, so those characteristics, family hotel is the most best choice.

Tibet Food Guide
The convenience of dining in Tibet is far greater extent than most people imagine. Restaurants in Lhasa and the surrounding towns are Sichuan Cuisine-based and other cuisine restaurants are also mushroomed out. As a result, tasting delicious food from all over China in Tibet is not a problem. In the Tibetan traditional food in the winter, red food (meat) is as the main; the famous snack has clutch mutton, lamb sausage, dried meat. Besides, a rich Tibetan-style decoration makes you feast for the eyes, such as the Hui Zhao Tibetan cultural characteristics of various auspicious patterns and murals and so on. In Lhasa, Ma Sen, Luo Boluo fruit, fragrant chai, etc. is a must to taste.

What to bring when travelling to Tibet in winter
1.Hat (it can shade)
2.Down jacket and warm clothing

3.Hiking shoes.
4.Gloves
5.Sunglasses, with anti-ultraviolet function
6.Lip Butter, required for men and women
7.Insulation-type glass which is easy to drink at any time. In Tibet, you must drink plenty of water daily
8.Moisture-type mask. You’d better use it every night (for women).
9.Female-specific wet paper towels, because of the inconvenient to a bath in the country,(for women).

Anyway all these things can be bought in Tibet where supermarkets bring convenience.

the lowest price ever-Jiuzhaigou

admin — Wed, 02 Dec 2009 03:54:39 +0000

Now, this winter is the best time to travel to Jiuzhaigou! Affected by the earthquake in 2008, this year’s winter tourist reception to Jiuzhaigou reach the lowest point in the past 10 years. The number of tourists per day is less than the same period last year, more than half. It is learned from the Jiuzhaigou Authority , Jiuzhaigou Sheraton Hotel and Air in China jointly launched activities aimed at low prices to attract tourists.

Many people think that Jiuzhaigou is still in danger. Actually it’s not. At noon yesterday, Jiuzhaigou tour guide Huang Ke-wen, and several peer-standing service center basking in the sun, distant mountains and trees Paint the world in white, blanketed by trees, waterfalls and lakes.In response to Jiuzhaigou’s “Winter”, the relevant apartmemts already take the lowest price ever to attract tourists. You can save about several thousands yuan comparing to the peak season.

Top 4 small cities in China worth going

admin — Thu, 19 Nov 2009 08:57:00 +0000

There are a lot of small ancient towns and small cities which leave the traces of Chinese long history and profound culture. Here I recommend top 5 small cities and towns worth visiting for your reference.

1. Lijiang in Yunnan

The Ancient Town of Lijiang is on the World Heritage List of UNESCO. Every ethnic group in Lijiang has a special festival, such as the Naxi people’s Sanduo Festival and the Yi people’s Torch Festival. The Lijiang UNESCO site is well known for its well-preserved ancient buildings and the distinctive Naxi culture. The aged wooden buildings decked with hanging red lanterns, and local musicians playing centuries-old Naxi instruments in the time worn streets, display a lifestyle and culture that seems lost in time. It is an idyllic place that seems far away from the cement, steel and busyness of the new section of the city. Lijiang is the gateway to many other tourist attractions in the region.

2. Pingyao in Shanxi

Pingyao is an ancient city that was named a World Heritage Site in 1997. Pingyao’s city wall has a perimeter of 6,163 meters, about 12 m high. The wall encircles an area of about 2.25 square kilometers, and separates the city into two worlds with different styles of structures. Inside the wall, the streets, pavement, structures, and about everything else retain the styles from Ming and Qing Dynasties. Outside the wall are the new the modern buildings. You can see and enjoy many things with Chinese characteristics, such as stamp number, native bank, pawnshop, traditional Chinese medicine shop, and silk fabric shop, variety store, and fan, lantern, theatrical costume store.

It records a lot of history and culture of Ming and Qing Dynasty.
3. Yan’an in Shaanxi
Yan’an is a revolutionary holy place in China. It used to be the military headquarters during the Chinese Anti-Japanese War (1937-1945) and China’s War of Liberation (1945-1949). This checkered past means that those who are interested in Chinese modern revolutionary history and the Yan’an Spirit which was exhibited in 1942, and is still evident today, or those who want to examine the colorful folk customs and culture of the Loess Plateau, should make sure that they visit Yan’an. The city has as many as 140 revolutionary sites. There truly is something for everyone to see.

4. Fenghuang in Hunan
The Phoenix City ( Fenghuan – Chinese for Phoenix) is a small and old city, 140km south to Zhangjiajie City and 52km south to Jishou City in Hunan Province, China. It covers an area of 1700 km with a population of 370,000, there are the minority ethnic group, such as Miaos, tujias, it was called the most beautiful ancient city in China by the famous writer Louis in New Zealand. Fenghuang has lots of relics and the sightseeing , the ancient city`s mountains and Tuo river, residents and establishment, temples and pavilions and more.

Where to ski in China?

admin — Thu, 19 Nov 2009 07:33:57 +0000

Winter comes, so does the snow. Most of the places in China were all covered with pure white snow. SO which place in China is the best place to have a visit in winter? I have a place to recommend for your reference.

Renown as the ‘Ice City’, Harbin, is not only rich in cultural heritage but is also famous for its beautiful natural scenery, ensuring an unforgettable tour. The carefully chosen itinerary takes you around the city visiting St. Sofia Orthodox Church, Zhongyang Dajie, Dragon Tower and Sun Island Scenic Resort. Best of all, you will see the unique ice and snow culture, which has a world wide reputation and will add a sparkle to your Harbin travels.

If you want to take away time during your Winter Holiday, take a trip to Harbin, the so-called “Oriental Paris”. The city center is situated approximately 30 kilometers from the airport, where you can take a shuttle bus to the centre, the bus fare is about CNY15. A sightseeing bus is readily available in the city for you to reach the key tourist attractions. There is also an option to take a taxi if you perfer. You can visit Sun Island and enjoy the super snow carvings and sculptures, observe groups of Manchu Tigers in the Tiger Park, wander along Central Street.

If you want to sample the authentic Russian cuisine, you’ve come to the right place in China. You shouldn’t resist the temptation of different kinds of delicacies. In the evening, you can go to see the snow lights exhibition.
Most of the important thing is that Harbin has a lot of ski resorts for you to ski.
Enjoy Sking!

Top 3 historical attractions in China

admin — Thu, 19 Nov 2009 03:42:13 +0000

China has a long history with 5,000 years. People all over the world are impressed by Chinese history and its profound culture. Here I recommend top 5 historical and cultural cities in China for your reference.

1.XI’AN the Entombed Warritors—- the eighth Wonder of the World
The Terracotta Army Museum lies 1.5 km east of the tomb of Qi shihuang, known as the First Emperor in China, who ordered the creation of this model army. The Terracotta Army has lain underground for more than 2000 years.
Excavation of the earth and timber vaults revealed thousands of life-size terracotta warriors in battle formation – a whole army which would accompany its emperor into immortality. The discovery was a real eye-opener to the whole world, as the vaults are so big, the figures are so vivid and the number of the figures is so incredibly large!

2.Rewake Buddha Temple Ruins
It lies in the Julakansiman desert, 40 kilometers away from the Yulong Kashi town of Luopu county in Hetian,the national key protected cultural relic.
40 kilometers away from the Yulong kashi Town, Rewake Ruins is braced by a vast wide desert. Rewake is Uygur language which means pavilions. The complex contains a big pagoda inside a courtyard and some attached buildings outside. Outside walls were decorated with colored murals and clay figurines and Buddhist sculptures litter around everywhere. From the left remnants, experts believe that of those statues, the largest one is around 3 meters tall. Each section of the wall measures 45 meters, which demonstrates the ruins?Grand looks!

3. The Great Wall of China
The Great Wall of China, one of the greatest wonders of the world, was listed as a World Heritage by UNESCO in 1987. Just like a gigantic dragon, the Great Wall winds up and down across deserts, grasslands, mountains and plateaus, stretching approximately 8,851.8 kilometers (5,500 miles) from east to west of China. With a history of more than 2000 years, some of the sections are now in ruins or have disappeared. However, it is still one of the most appealing attractions all around the world owing to its architectural grandeur and historical significance.