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West Lake: The Thousand-Year Lake of Poetry and Painting
Spring dawn on Su Causeway, Three Pools Mirroring the Moon, Leifeng sunset - why the Ten Scenes of West Lake captivated poets for centuries.
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Red Packets and Gift-Giving: The Chinese Way of Social Grace
How much in a red packet, how to give gifts, what to mind when visiting - reading Chinese social etiquette.
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Chinese Night Markets: The Fireworks of Everyday Life After Dark
Skewers, stinky tofu, candied hawthorns - night markets are the best window into everyday Chinese life.
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Chinese Hotpot Culture: The Bustling World in a Pot of Red Broth
Yuanyang or nine-grid pot? How to dip, season and chat - the complete way to eat Chinese hotpot.
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Lhasa-Nyingchi: 6-Day Route on the Tibetan Plateau
The Potala Palace, Jokhang Temple, Nyingchi peach blossoms and snow mountains - a pilgrimage on the roof of the world.
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Guilin-Yangshuo-Longji: 4-Day Landscape Route
Li River rafts, Yangshuo countryside and Longji rice terraces - Chinese landscape painting come to life.
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Shanghai-Hangzhou-Suzhou: 5-Day Jiangnan Water Town Route
Skyscrapers, West Lake poetry and elegant gardens - the finest of Jiangnan, China south of the Yangtze.
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Beijing-Xi an-Luoyang: 7-Day Ancient Capitals Route
The Forbidden City, the Terracotta Army and the Longmen Grottoes - three thousand years of Chinese history on one route.
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Museums in China: Treasures Worth Visiting and Booking Tips
Free bookings, national treasures, hidden gems - how to make the most of museums in China.
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Getting Around by Car in China: Taxis, Ride-Hailing and Bike-Sharing
From hailing taxis to Didi ride-hailing and shared bikes - the most practical transport guide for China.
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Ordering Food in China: Menus, Tastes and No-Miss Tips
Can not read the menu? How different is "mild" from "extra hot"? This guide helps you eat well in China.
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China Sleeper Trains: Soft Sleepers, Hard Sleepers and Overnight Tips
Overnight trains save a hotel night and show you the countryside - how to pick a berth, sleep well and stay comfortable.
