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Forbidden City Lantern Festival

Forbidden City Lantern Festival

 2019-02-18

The Forbidden City is to be opened to the public at night for the first time in 94 years! The lantern festival show will take place on February 19 -20. To enter the Forbidden City to watch the lantern festival i…
Datong - Zhangjiakou High-Speed Railway to be Finished in 2019

Datong - Zhangjiakou High-Speed Railway to be Finished in 2019

 2019-02-13

Datong - Zhangjiakou High-Speed Railway is a supporting transportation project for the 2022 Winter Olympics Games. The 140-kilometer railway, connecting Datong of Shanxi Province and Zhangjiakou of Hebei Provinc…
Avenue of Stars in Hong Kong Reopens

Avenue of Stars in Hong Kong Reopens

 2019-02-11

Hong Kong Avenue of Stars is officially reopened to the public on January 31 after three years of renovations. The Avenue of Stars was one of the popular scenic attractions in Hong Kong attracting tourists from …
Shanghai Disneyland Zootopia Themed Expansion

Shanghai Disneyland Zootopia Themed Expansion

 2019-01-28

Shanghai Disneyland Resort has plans to build the first Zootopia themed land. It has been announced that construction will begin this year and will now bring the number of theme areas in Shanghai Disneyland to a…
Wangfujing Pedestrian Street to be Extended

Wangfujing Pedestrian Street to be Extended

 2019-01-21

Beijing Wangfujing Pedestrian Street will be extended northward for 344 meters this year. The construction of the new businesses along the street will also begin, and is scheduled to be completed by the end of 2…
Issue Time of Tibet Travel Permit

Issue Time of Tibet Travel Permit

 2019-01-14

Tibet plans to cut the issue time of the Tibet Travel Permit to overseas tourists by half this year Tibet plans to attract 40 million visits from tourists this year, up from 33.69 million in 2018, and increase t…
Guizhou Libo Makes its Debut in France on 13 Heures

Guizhou Libo Makes its Debut in France on 13 Heures

 2019-01-09

Guizhou officially made its debut on France 2’s afternoon program 13 Heures. A 5 minute video of Guizhou was broadcasted in the program. The program only leaves 10 minutes to introduce tourism resources at a ti…
2019 Harbin Ice and Snow Festival

2019 Harbin Ice and Snow Festival

 2019-01-07

The annual Harbin Ice and Snow Festival officially opened on January 5, 2019. One of the most popular attractions the Harbin Ice and Snow World, made with ice blocks pulled from the nearby Songhua River. The Ice…
Audrey Hepburn Exhibition in Beijing Chaoyang Joy City

Audrey Hepburn Exhibition in Beijing Chaoyang Joy City

 2019-01-02

The Audrey Hepburn Exhibition which is available in Beijing Chaoyang Joy City until February 20, 2019 is a tribute to the late actress. The exhibition which is named “Beyond Time” covers two-stories and featu…

2018

Hangzhou - Huangshan High-Speed Rail Opens

Hangzhou - Huangshan High-Speed Rail Opens

 2018-12-28

A new high-speed rail linking Hangzhou, Zhejiang and Huangshan, Anhui started operation on December 25, 2018. The line runs 265 km through northwestern Zhejiang and southern Anhui and travels at speed up to 250 …
Chongqings Largest Ski Resort Now Opened

Chongqings Largest Ski Resort Now Opened

 2018-12-24

On December 14 2018, Nantian Lake International Ski Resort was officially opened. The resort is located in Chongqing’s Fengdu County and is the largest ski resort in Chongqing. There is currently an estimated d…
2018 Macao International Parade

2018 Macao International Parade

 2018-12-19

The 2018 Macao International Parade was held on Sunday, December 16, celebrating the 19th Anniversary of Macao’s handover to China. This year, the Parade presented huge balloons of the mythological and folklore…
2018 Hong Kong Pulse Light Festival

2018 Hong Kong Pulse Light Festival

 2018-12-17

The orginal Hong Kong WinterFest has now been renamed Hong Kong Pulse Light Festival and this year the skyline of Victoria Harbour tourists can see the new winter version of the A Symphony of Lights and sound sh…
Paperless Train Tickets to be Implemented in 2019

Paperless Train Tickets to be Implemented in 2019

 2018-12-12

The general manager of China Railway Corporation (CRC) announced that paperless train tickets will be implemented all around the country next year. That means passengers will be able to scan their valid ID or mo…
Tang Tibet Ancient Road Exhibit at Qinghai Museum

Tang Tibet Ancient Road Exhibit at Qinghai Museum

 2018-12-10

The Tang Tibet Ancient Road exhibition at Qinghai Museum is on show until February 3, 2019. The exhibition has over 200 artifacts from 7 provinces and autonomous Regions including Gansu, Ningxia, Qinghai, Shaanx…
Bruno Walpoth Exhibition at Zhejiang Art Museum

Bruno Walpoth Exhibition at Zhejiang Art Museum

 2018-12-04

Bruno Walpoth’s exhibition made its debut at Zhejiang Art Museum in Hangzhou on November 29 and will end on December 23. Bruno Walpoth is a world famous Italian sculpture artist and has been praised as one of t…
Hong Kong Great Outdoors Campaign

Hong Kong Great Outdoors Campaign

 2018-11-29

The Hong Kong Tourism Board has teamed up with National Geographic to promote its 10th annual “Great Outdoors” campaign, featuring 13 of the city’s most stunning landscapes. Hong Kong is not only the ultimate…
Dunhuang Cultural Toursim Resort

Dunhuang Cultural Toursim Resort

 2018-11-26

Dunhuangs cultural tourism resort Qian Nian Dunhuang is still under construction, the resort will consist of temples, grottoes, river valley and a replica of the Gobi Desert. The resort is estimated to cover an …
World’s First Underground Hotel Opened in Shanghai

World’s First Underground Hotel Opened in Shanghai

 2018-11-23

The world’s first underground hotel, InterContinental Shanghai Wonderland, recently opened to the public on November 15, 2018. Taking 10 years and costing 2 billion yuan to complete, the 88-meter-deep hotel is …
More Cities in China with 144 Hour Visa Free Transit Policy Available

More Cities in China with 144 Hour Visa Free Transit Policy Available

 2018-11-20

The National Immigration Administration has announced as of January 1, 2019, 53 nationalities will be able to use the 144 Hour Visa Free Transit Policy when transiting via Xiamen and other cities in China. The p…
2018 Beijing Shijingshan Ice and Snow Festival

2018 Beijing Shijingshan Ice and Snow Festival

 2018-11-14

The fifth Shijingshan ice and snow festival opened at the district’s ice and snow sports center in Beijing. The ice and snow festival is sponsored by Shijingshan District and organized by the district’s sports…
Leshan Giant Buddha Under Repairs

Leshan Giant Buddha Under Repairs

 2018-11-13

Leshan Giant Buddha in southwestern Sichuan province has been closed for maintenance since October. Several cracks appeared in the abdomen part of the statue, due to the problem of tourist overload. Checks will …
Xinjiang First UNESCO Geopark Opens in Keketuohai

Xinjiang First UNESCO Geopark Opens in Keketuohai

 2018-11-08

The Keketuohai UNESCO Global Geopark in northwest Chinas Xinjiang Uygur Autonomous Region opened to the public on October 14, becoming the countrys 35th state-level geopark in the list of the UNESCO Global Geopa…
Hong Kong Heritage Museum Jin Yong Gallery

Hong Kong Heritage Museum Jin Yong Gallery

 2018-11-06

On October 30, 2018 Chinese novelist Jin Yong (Dr. Louis Cha) died at the age of 94. Jin Yong was praised as the Tolkein of Chinese literature and penned 15 classic novels from 1955 to 1972. Since the announceme…
Lonely Planet Selects Shenzhen as the 2nd Top City to Visit in 2019

Lonely Planet Selects Shenzhen as the 2nd Top City to Visit in 2019

 2018-11-02

Lonely Planet has released its annual list of the best travel destination of 2019. Chinas high-tech city Shenzhen comes in second in the top 10 cities, with Denmarks capital Copenhagen and Serbias Novi Sad in fi…
Beijing Dongsi Hutong Museum Opened

Beijing Dongsi Hutong Museum Opened

 2018-11-01

Dongsi Hutong Museum was officially opened to the public on 19th October. The museum is located in Dongcheng District and covers an area of over 1,000 square meters. The museum is made up of a 28 room courtyard …
Hong Kong-Zhuhai-Macau Bridge Officially Opens

Hong Kong-Zhuhai-Macau Bridge Officially Opens

 2018-10-24

The world’s longest sea-crossing bridge linking Hong Kong and Macau to Zhuhai of Southeast China finally opens to traffic on Wednesday, October 24. Chinese President Xi Jingping attended the bridge opening c…
2018 Hong Kong Disney Halloween Time

2018 Hong Kong Disney Halloween Time

 2018-10-19

2018 Disney Halloween Time is coming back again! From September 13 to October 31 2018, Hong Kong Disneyland transforms into a spooky party at night with over 40 Disney characters dressing in special costumes.…
Construction of Tibetan Opera Museum in Lhasa

Construction of Tibetan Opera Museum in Lhasa

 2018-10-18

Construction has begun on Chinas first Tibetan Opera Museum in Lhasa. The museum is expected to cost around 5.44 million RMB (around 800,000 USD). The construction work will end in the first half of 2019. The mu…
Picasso Art Exhibition Opens in Zhejiang Province

Picasso Art Exhibition Opens in Zhejiang Province

 2018-10-11

The ongoing art exhibition, Picasso-The Formation of a Genius, is held at Yuely Art Museum in Jiashan county, Zhejiang province. From September 8 to November 30, visitors can enjoy over 100 pieces of early wo…
Hong Kong-Zhuhai-Macau Bridge to Open in October

Hong Kong-Zhuhai-Macau Bridge to Open in October

 2018-09-27

The Hong Kong-Zhuhai-Macau Bridge is on track for its official opening in late October. Newly connected cities will hold a three-day drill from Friday at the new bridge to ensure crossing ready. Top state lea…
2018 Wuzhen Theatre Festival

2018 Wuzhen Theatre Festival

 2018-09-25

The 2018 Wuzhen Theatre Festival will take place at Wuzhen Water Town from October 18 to 28. The first festival took place in 2013 and has now grown to become one of the most influential and famous theatre festi…
Fourth China Tibet Tourism and Cultural Expo

Fourth China Tibet Tourism and Cultural Expo

 2018-09-17

The Fourth China and Tibet Tourism and Cultural Expo took place in Tibet’s capital Lhasa on September 7 and lasted for 5 days. An estimated 1,600 people, including 250 foreign guests and 230 domestic and intern…
Super Typhoon Mangkhut Made Landfall in South China

Super Typhoon Mangkhut Made Landfall in South China

 2018-09-17

Super Typhoon Mangkhut landed on the coast of Jiangmen City in South China’s Guangdong province on Sunday, September 16. Mangkhut is the strongest tropical cyclone to hit this year. Several coastal cities wer…
Hong Kong’s High-Speed Rail Link Begins Trail Operations

Hong Kong’s High-Speed Rail Link Begins Trail Operations

 2018-09-14

Hong Kong’s high-speed rail link to the Mainland has begun trail operations. The first series of trains operating between Hong Kong and the Mainland are named “Vibrant Express”, which feature a sleek exter…
Longest Glass Bridge with 5D Effect Opens in Chongqing

Longest Glass Bridge with 5D Effect Opens in Chongqing

 2018-09-07

A 230-meter long glass bridge recently started the trail operation at Yinglong Gorge Scenic Zone in Chongqing. The new bridge has claimed the title of the longest glass bridge in Southwest China, and features…
Hangzhou to Host 2022 Asian Games

Hangzhou to Host 2022 Asian Games

 2018-09-05

The Asian Games came to an end in Indonesia and China has already begun preparations for 2022 Asian Games which will be held in Hangzhou. Hangzhou is to become the third city in China to host the Asian games aft…
Beijing-Zhangjiakou High-Speed Railway to Be Finished in 2019

Beijing-Zhangjiakou High-Speed Railway to Be Finished in 2019

 2018-08-31

The Beijing section of Beijing-Zhangjiakou high-speed railway has been in the underground construction phase and is expected to be completed by the end of 2019. Beijing-Zhangjiakou high-speed railway is a maj…
CNN Names Guizhou as the Next Big Travel Destination in China

CNN Names Guizhou as the Next Big Travel Destination in China

 2018-08-31

Guizhou is now one of Chinas rapidly growing provinces and to keep up with its growth its offerings is now one of the best travel destinations in China. Guizhou has huge offerings when it comes to tourist attrac…
Little BIG City Beijing to Open in September

Little BIG City Beijing to Open in September

 2018-08-28

Merlin Entertainment Plc a UK based company how now opened its second Little BIG City in Beijing. The first Little BIG City was opened in Berlin last summer. Little Big City Beijing is a mini replica of Beijing …
Hong Kong High-Speed Rail to Open

Hong Kong High-Speed Rail to Open

 2018-08-22

The Hong Kong section of the Guanzhou-Shenzhen-Hong Kong Express Rail Link will start service on September 23. The opening of the line is expected to shorten the Shenzhen-Hong Kong commute to 14 minutes. It is…
Lao She International Theatre Festival in Beijing

Lao She International Theatre Festival in Beijing

 2018-08-20

From September 7 to October 27, the Lao She International Theatre Festival will take place in Beijing. This is the second time the festival has taken place and is organized by Beijing Artists Management Corp and…
2018 Magic Light Festival Launched in Tianjin

2018 Magic Light Festival Launched in Tianjin

 2018-08-16

The 2018 Magic Light Festival was launched in Tianjin and will last for 31 days from August 3 to September 2. The light festival takes place on the site of Saturday Farm covering a total area of 660,000 squar…
The Largest Indoor Ski Hall to Open in Chongqing

The Largest Indoor Ski Hall to Open in Chongqing

 2018-08-06

The largest indoor ski hall in Southwest China is expected to open this month. Located in Chongqing, Liangjiang New Area Jihua Park Indoor Ski Hall covers an area of 22,000 square meters. There are multiple a…
Mainland China Receives 139 Million Inbound Visitors in 2017

Mainland China Receives 139 Million Inbound Visitors in 2017

 2018-08-06

The China Tourism Academy released an annual report on the number of inbound visitors in 2017. In comparison to 2016 the number of tourists received in 2017 to mainland China was a total of 139 million inbound t…
Airline Adopts Baby Panda to Spread “Panda Culture”

Airline Adopts Baby Panda to Spread “Panda Culture”

 2018-07-31

Sichuan Airlines has adopted a baby panda from the Chengdu Panda Base to promote its brand and develop the region’s “Panda Culture”. Born on July 15, 2017, the female baby panda is named “3U” and nicknam…
2018 Shanghai Disneyland Resort Inspiration Run

2018 Shanghai Disneyland Resort Inspiration Run

 2018-07-30

Registration has already begun for the 2018 Shanghai Disneyland Inspiration Run that is to take place on the September 15 and 16. The 2018 Disney Inspiration Run will have a 10K, 5K and 3.5K running routes. The …
Yunnan Province Listed in CNN 18 Best Places to Visit in 2018

Yunnan Province Listed in CNN 18 Best Places to Visit in 2018

 2018-07-27

CNN Travel has been looking to the year ahead to pick some of the best destinations worth visiting in 2018. Yunnan Province was listed as one of the 18 places to visit recommended by CNN. Famous for its Honghe H…
MUJI HOTEL BEIJING Opens

MUJI HOTEL BEIJING Opens

 2018-07-26

MUJI has officially opened its second hotel in Beijing, following the first MUJI hotel opened in Shenzhen earlier in January this year. Opening on June 30, MUJI HOTEL BEIJING is Located in the corner of the h…
New Shenzhen Book City Opens in Longgang

New Shenzhen Book City Opens in Longgang

 2018-07-20

The new Shenzhen Book City opened in Longgang District on July 18, 2018. The Longgang store is the fifth Shenzhen Book City store under the Shenzhen Publication & Distribution Group, following the CBD sto…
2018 Guilin International Marathon

2018 Guilin International Marathon

 2018-07-18

Guilin International Marathon has been certified as a “Silver Medal Race” by the Chinese Athletic Association. The 2018 Guilin International Marathon has an upgraded race route and services providing competito…
Sichuan Province Listed in Lonely Planet’s Top Ten Asia Destinations

Sichuan Province Listed in Lonely Planet’s Top Ten Asia Destinations

 2018-07-13

Sichuan Province is listed in 9th place in Lonely Planet’s Best in Asia 2018. Sichuan Province is famous for its beautiful nature reserves and delectable cuisine. From the mouth numbing spicy food to the adorab…
2018 Qingdao Beer Festival

2018 Qingdao Beer Festival

 2018-07-10

The 2018 Qingdao Beer Festival will kick off on 20 July and end on 26 August. This year is the first time that the beer festival has been extended to 38 days which make it the longest duration that the festival …
The World’s Widest Glass Bridge Opens in Qingyuan

The World’s Widest Glass Bridge Opens in Qingyuan

 2018-07-02

The world’s widest glass bridge has officially opened at Qingyuan Gulong Canyon (Gulongxia Scenic Area). The whole project has an estimated expenditure of 238 Million Yuan. The structure is supported by three l…
Silk Road International Tourism Festival Opens in Gansu

Silk Road International Tourism Festival Opens in Gansu

 2018-07-02

The 8th Dunhuang Tour-Silk Road International Tourism Festival kicked off in northwest China’s Gansu province on June 19. The festival featuring cooperation between countries along the Silk Road will last ti…
China and Pakistan New Direct Flight Opens

China and Pakistan New Direct Flight Opens

 2018-06-29

China Southern Airlines opened a new direct route linking Urumqi and Lahore on June 21. The new twice-weekly air route uses Boeing 737-800 aircraft, connecting Urumqi, capital of China’s Xinjiang Uyghur Auto…
High-speed Train to Operate from Kunming to Dali in July!

High-speed Train to Operate from Kunming to Dali in July!

 2018-06-21

The new Kunming to Dali high-speed train will officially operate in July shortening the journey from Kunming to Dali to just 2 hours. It was also announced that the construction of the Lijiang to Dali High-speed…
Tibet to Build Three More Airports

Tibet to Build Three More Airports

 2018-06-19

The construction of three new airports in Tibet has been confirmed. It is the government’s plan to promote tourism and economic growth in the area. The three new airports will be located in Shannan, Xigaze a…
Shenzhen Glory Ferris Wheel

Shenzhen Glory Ferris Wheel

 2018-06-13

China’s Greater Bay Area is set to become a global phenomenon and Shenzhen’s Bao’an District which has a 45 kilometre coast line is to become an important part of the Greater Bay Area. With the importance of …
Russian President Putin Takes the New High-Speed Bullet Train in China

Russian President Putin Takes the New High-Speed Bullet Train in China

 2018-06-11

Chinese President Xi Jinping and Russian President Vladimir Putin took the high-speed Fuxing bullet train from Beijing to Tianjin on June 8. On the train Putin told Xi that he has a romantic feeling every tim…
China’s Major Airports to Support E-Boarding Pass

China’s Major Airports to Support E-Boarding Pass

 2018-06-08

China’s major airports will be available for e-boarding pass and self-check-in by the end of 2018. All of the major airports will support e-boarding pass, and install self-check-in machines and ticket gates …
Jade Dragon Snow Mountain to Limit Visitors

Jade Dragon Snow Mountain to Limit Visitors

 2018-06-06

Lijiang Jade Dragon Snow Mountain in Yunnan Province is to begin limiting the number of visitors each day. Each day only 10,000 people can visit, this is an attempt to protect the glacier resources and to mainta…
TripAdvisor Names the World’s Best Landmarks for 2018

TripAdvisor Names the World’s Best Landmarks for 2018

 2018-05-30

TripAdvisor has announced its annual Travellers’ Choice Awards for 2018, which celebrate the most popular landmarks worldwide based on user reviews. Cambodia’s ancient temple complex Angkor Wat has been rev…
Hong Kong Disneyland to Introduce WeChat Pay

Hong Kong Disneyland to Introduce WeChat Pay

 2018-05-28

With the growing popularity and convenience of WeChat Pay in China, Hong Kong Disneyland has officially introduced WeChat Pay at its resorts which includes being able to purchase tickets, renting baby strollers,…
Beijing’s New International Airport Set to Open in 2019

Beijing’s New International Airport Set to Open in 2019

 2018-05-21

Beijing’s new airport is set to begin operations in 2019. The airport which can handle 100 million passengers and 2 million tons of cargo annually will become the world’s largest airport. Engineering projec…
Peppa Pig Theme Park to Open in Shanghai and Beijing in 2019

Peppa Pig Theme Park to Open in Shanghai and Beijing in 2019

 2018-05-14

In 2019 for the year of the pig, Merlin Entertainments is to open Peppa Pig Theme Parks in Shanghai and Beijing. Merlin Entertainments also operate Legoland Resorts, Madame Tussuads and Sea Life Shanghai. To mak…
Shanghai Jewish Refugees Museum to Expand

Shanghai Jewish Refugees Museum to Expand

 2018-05-10

The Shanghai Jewish Refugees Museum is to begin its expansion plan which is estimated to be complete by 2020. The museum has over 110 years of history and was originally the Ohel Moshe Synagogue. The museum was …
Rock Climbing Masters Tournament Held in Guangxi

Rock Climbing Masters Tournament Held in Guangxi

 2018-05-08

The Rock Climbing Masters Tournament was held on May 5 in Mashan county of Guangxi Zhuang autonomous region. Contestants were divided into the professional group and the open group in the competition. Apart f…
Guangdong Costal Highway Longest in the World

Guangdong Costal Highway Longest in the World

 2018-05-02

The Guangdong Coastal Highway which is reported to become the longest of its kind in the world is estimated to open to traffic by 2025. The highway will stretch 1,875 kilometres to run through 14 coastal cities,…
Travel from Urumqi to Dunhuang with “Meet in Dunhuang” Tourist Train!

Travel from Urumqi to Dunhuang with “Meet in Dunhuang” Tourist Train!

 2018-04-26

The tourist train “Meet in Dunhuang” that links Urumqi to Dunhuang restarted operation on April 20, 2018. This overnight train was first launched on July 1, 2017 and received an instant popularity. It was t…
Hangzhou Panda Research and Breeding Center

Hangzhou Panda Research and Breeding Center

 2018-04-17

Hangzhou plans to construct a giant panda research and breeding center. Hangzhou Safari Park has signed a contract with China Conservation and Research Center for the project. The center is expected to be comple…
Shenzhen-Vienna New Direct Flight

Shenzhen-Vienna New Direct Flight

 2018-04-16

Hainan Airlines has announced that a new non-stop route linking Shenzhen and Vienna will start service in October this year. The new twice-weekly flights will use airline’s Boeing 787 Dreamliner aircraft, co…
Palace Museum Opens Cultural Center in Pingyao

Palace Museum Opens Cultural Center in Pingyao

 2018-04-08

The Palace Museum, also known as the Forbidden City, opened a research and development center for cultural products in Pingyao on March 25. The two sides will cooperate on design, marketing and sales of cultu…
Hangzhou – Huangshan High Speed Train to Operate in October

Hangzhou – Huangshan High Speed Train to Operate in October

 2018-04-07

It has been announced that the new Hangzhou to Huangshan intercity high-speed train is to begin operating in October 2018. The new line will now have passengers transported from Hangzhou to Huangshan in just 1 h…
Beijing-Hangzhou New Bullet Train

Beijing-Hangzhou New Bullet Train

 2018-04-03

The new bullet trains linking Beijing to Hangzhou are to start operating next week on April 10, 2018. Named “Fuxing”, or Revival, the new trains will reach a maximum speed of 350 km/h, cutting down the trav…
Xinjiang Ruoqiang Luolan Airport Opens

Xinjiang Ruoqiang Luolan Airport Opens

 2018-04-01

On 29th March 2018, Northwest Xinjiang Uygur Autonomous Region opened Ruoqiang Luolan Airport. Presently the airport only has one route in operation and this route links Urumuqi, Korla and Ruoqiang county. The n…
Toy Story Land to Open at Shanghai Disney Park!

Toy Story Land to Open at Shanghai Disney Park!

 2018-03-28

Toy Story Land is set to open to guests at Shanghai Disney Park on April 26, 2018. Disney Toy Story Land will be the seventh themed park since Shanghai Disney Resort opened in 2016. The new land is set to fea…
Guizhou Shuanghe Cave Longest in Asia

Guizhou Shuanghe Cave Longest in Asia

 2018-03-25

Guizhou’s Shuanghe Cave in Zunyi city has been unveiled as Asia’s longest cave and the sixth longest in the world. Shuanghe Cave was discovered in the late 1980s and with over 19 surveys conducted there were 2…
China’s Bullet Train Expansion

China’s Bullet Train Expansion

 2018-03-18

China currently has the world’s longest high-speed train network but still plans to expand the system by 18% over the next two years which will cost USD556 Billion. The bullet-train which has expanded rapidly o…
Ocean Park Drink’N Music Fest

Ocean Park Drink’N Music Fest

 2018-03-18

The latest hip spot in Hong Kong is the Ocean Park Drink’N Music Fest which is now open to the public from March 10 to April 2. It is the second year that the four-weekend live music and beer festival has be…
Cole Flowers Blossom in Wuyuan

Cole Flowers Blossom in Wuyuan

 2018-03-14

Visit one of China’s most beautiful idyllic landscapes in Wuyuan. The Cole flowers blossom in late March and last until April and fills the fields with a sea of golden yellow. Wuyuan dates back to the Tang Dyna…
New London-Changsha Air Route

New London-Changsha Air Route

 2018-03-12

Hainan Airlines is set to launch non-stop service between London Heathrow Airport and Changsha Huanghua International Airport on March 23, 2018. Following its Manchester-Beijing service, this will be Hainan A…
Cirque du Soleil Performs in Shenzhen

Cirque du Soleil Performs in Shenzhen

 2018-03-07

Cirque du Soleil has kicked off its classic show “Kooza” in the southern Chinese city of Shenzhen this month. Cirque du Soleil is a world-renowned entertainment company which has performed in 450 cities in …
Chinese Public Toilet APP for Tourists

Chinese Public Toilet APP for Tourists

 2018-03-05

The National Tourism Administration has launched a new toilet navigation system which helps tourists locate public toilets. The mobile app aids tourists in finding public toilets located in 5A and 4A level sceni…
Jiuzhaigou to Reopen in March

Jiuzhaigou to Reopen in March

 2018-02-28

It has been announced that Jiuzhaigou Nauture Reserve will begin to reopen on March 8, according to credible sources. The Goukou – Changhai section will then be open to the public including the five famous h…
2022 Beijing Winter Olympics

2022 Beijing Winter Olympics

 2018-02-25

With Pyeongchang Winter Olympics coming to a spectacular end, all eyes are now on 2022 Beijing Winter Olympics. The epic 8 minute closing ceremony performance was choreographed by the world famous director Zhang…
Chengde Dingsheng Royal Lantern Festival

Chengde Dingsheng Royal Lantern Festival

 2018-02-21

The fifth Dingsheng Lantern Festival was opened to the public on 31st January 2018! With over 50 groups of lanterns that came in all shapes and sizes illuminated Chengde at night. Apart from lanterns there was a…
Road Trips in Xinjiang

Road Trips in Xinjiang

 2018-02-21

The number of travelers taking road trips through Xinjiang has rapidly grown. Two road-trip routes in the region were recently listed among China’s top-10 road-trip routes by the China National Tourism Admin…
Zhuhai to Stage CCTV Spring Festival Gala

Zhuhai to Stage CCTV Spring Festival Gala

 2018-02-11

On February 3, Zhuhai was selected one of the cities to stage 2018 CCTV Spring Festival Gala for the year of the Dog. It’s reported that Hong Kong-Zhuhai-Macau Bridge and Zhuhai Chimelong Ocean Kingdom will …
Zhang Daqian Art Exhibition Held in Beijing

Zhang Daqian Art Exhibition Held in Beijing

 2018-02-04

From January 16 to March 4, the National Museum of China in Beijing hosts a great art exhibition dedicated to the famous Chinese artist Zhang Daqian. More than 100 pieces of artworks are displayed on the exhi…
Free Admission and Discount on Hotels for Tourists Visiting Tibet

Free Admission and Discount on Hotels for Tourists Visiting Tibet

 2018-01-31

On 31st January 2018, Tibet Autonomous Region announced that from 1st February to 30th April 2018 that all A class tourist attractions, hotels, car hire and flights will all be offering discounted prices. This a…
Britain’s Prime Minister Arrives in China

Britain’s Prime Minister Arrives in China

 2018-01-30

Britain’s Prime Minister Theresa May arrived in China today and is set to meet with China’s President, Xi Jinping on Thursday. May will be in China for a 3 day visit where she is accompanied by 50 British comp…
Yunnan Lucky Air Launches Direct Flights from Chengdu to Lugu Lake

Yunnan Lucky Air Launches Direct Flights from Chengdu to Lugu Lake

 2018-01-28

Yunnan Lucky Air has officially launched its new flight route which links Chengdu and Lugu Lake in Yunnan Province. The flights are available four times a week on Monday, Wednesday, Friday and Sunday. The flight…
New Chongqing-Hanoi Air Route

New Chongqing-Hanoi Air Route

 2018-01-28

Chongqing Airlines has recently launched direct flights linking Chongqing and Hanoi. Chongqing is one of China’s four direct-controlled municipalities and Hanoi the capital city of Vietnam. The route compris…
Chongqing - Guizhou High-speed Railway to Operate

Chongqing - Guizhou High-speed Railway to Operate

 2018-01-24

The Chongqing – Guizhou High-speed Railway is to start operating on 25th January, 2018. The rail route is to cover 345 kilometers in distance with the highest speed reaching 200km/h. The new high-speed train wi…
Guangdong Province 144 Hour Visa Free Transit

Guangdong Province 144 Hour Visa Free Transit

 2018-01-24

It has been announced that Guangdong Province will begin to offer the 144 hour visa free transit. The policy will now allow travelers from selected countries to visit Guangdong Province for 6 days without applyi…
Hong Kong-Zhuhai-Macao Bridge

Hong Kong-Zhuhai-Macao Bridge

 2018-01-24

The Hong Kong-Zhuhai-Macao Bridge is now the world’s longest bridge over water. The bridge is set to open to vehicular traffic in 2018 but an exact date is yet to be confirmed. This is the first large scale inf…
World’s First Panda-Themed Park to be Built in Chengdu

World’s First Panda-Themed Park to be Built in Chengdu

 2018-01-22

China and France has signed the agreement to build world’s first panda-themed park in Chengdu recently. Deyrolle Co Ltd, backed by the French government, will be the main designer for the project. According …
Guangzhou – Shenzhen – Hong Kong High Speed Train

Guangzhou – Shenzhen – Hong Kong High Speed Train

 2018-01-18

The Guangzhou – Shenzhen – Hong Kong high speed trains have officially begin to operate in 2018. The high speed train runs from Guangzhou South Station to Kowloon West Station in Hong Kong and will pass throug…
Jiuzhaigou Nature Reserve to Slowly Reopen After Earthquake

Jiuzhaigou Nature Reserve to Slowly Reopen After Earthquake

 2018-01-15

UNESCO World Heritage Site Jiuzhaigou will reopen slowly after it suffered a magnitude 7 earthquake last August. Admission fees will be reduced to attract visitors, according to the governor of Aba Tibetan an…
French President Macron Arrives in Xian

French President Macron Arrives in Xian

 2018-01-09

On 8th January, 2018, French president Emmanuel Macron arrived in Xian along with his wife Brigitte Macron for his three day state visit. The French president visited the Terracotta Warriors the most symbolic at…
World’s Longest Glass Bridge Opens in Hebei Province

World’s Longest Glass Bridge Opens in Hebei Province

 2018-01-08

China’s latest glass-bottomed suspension bridge opened at the end of 2017 in Hebei Province’s Hongyagu Scenic Area. Boasted the longest of its kind in the world, Hongyagu glass bridge has a 488 meter span o…
Xiamen Subway Line 1 in Operation

Xiamen Subway Line 1 in Operation

 2018-01-08

As of 31st December 2017, Xiamen Subway Line 1 is in operation and is the only subway line in China with a view of the sea. Construction of Xiamen Subway Line 1 began in April 2014 and was officially completed a…
Beijing New Subway Lines

Beijing New Subway Lines

 2018-01-02

Beijing Commission of Transport has announced that it will add three new lines to Beijing’s subway system. The new addition includes two high tech lines and a tram which will increase the number of lines in the…
New Macau-Changzhou Air Route

New Macau-Changzhou Air Route

 2018-01-02

Air Macau has officially launched a new air route linking Macau and Changzhou, a city in Jiangsu province. The route comprises three flights weekly in both directions operating on Mondays, Wednesdays and Frid…

2017

Beijing, Tianjin and Hebei Province 144 Hour Visa Free

Beijing, Tianjin and Hebei Province 144 Hour Visa Free

 2017-12-28

It has been announced that Beijing, Tianjin and Hebei Province will begin the 144 hour visa free entry. The policy will now allow travelers from selected countries to visit three areas and extends the previous m…
Hong Kong Ocean Park to Increase Ticket Prices in 2018

Hong Kong Ocean Park to Increase Ticket Prices in 2018

 2017-12-26

The popular Hong Kong Ocean Park claimed that it will increase ticket prices by 9 percent in January 2018. The new entrance fees for adults and children will be increased to 480 HK dollars and 240 HK dollars …
Hong Kong WinterFest

Hong Kong WinterFest

 2017-12-25

Hong Kong WinterFest has been in full swing since 1st December! Hong Kong has also been named as one of the top 10 places to celebrate Christmas. See the dazzling Christmas lights and decorations draped across t…
Melbourne-Zhengzhou Route Launches in December

Melbourne-Zhengzhou Route Launches in December

 2017-12-18

Australian cheap airline Jetstar launched a new international route on December 6 with direct flights from Melbourne to Zhengzhou, Henan. As a capital city of Henan province in China, Zhengzhou is a major tra…
Macao Special Administrative Region Establishment Day Celebrations

Macao Special Administrative Region Establishment Day Celebrations

 2017-12-18

On 20th December 2017 Macau will celebrate its 18th anniversary of the Macao Special Administrative Region Establishment Day. Celebrations have already begun in the city with the Macao International Parade on 17…
2018 Harbin Ice and Snow Festival

2018 Harbin Ice and Snow Festival

 2017-12-14

The annual Harbin Ice and Snow Festival will be open to the public on 24th December 2017 for trial operation. The official opening ceremony will be held on 5th January 2018. The Harbin Ice and Snow Festival is t…
Macao Light Festival 2017 Kicks Off

Macao Light Festival 2017 Kicks Off

 2017-12-12

“Macao Light Festival 2017 – AMOR MACAU” opened at the Ruins of St. Paul’s on 3rd December and will go on till the end of the month. Under the theme “Wish-Making under the Stars”, the opening ceremony f…
China’s “Toilet Revolution” Marches On

China’s “Toilet Revolution” Marches On

 2017-12-04

Chinese President Xi Jinping recently brought attention to enhance public toilet facilities in both urban and rural areas across the country, according to the official Xinhua news agency. Xi launched the "t…
Xian Chengdu High Speed Train

Xian Chengdu High Speed Train

 2017-12-04

The new high-speed train that links Xian to Chengdu will begin operating on 6th December 2017. The tickets will be available to purchase on the same date and has cut down the travel time between the cities from …
Guiyang to Open VR Theme Park

Guiyang to Open VR Theme Park

 2017-11-28

Guiyang is set to open China’s first VR theme park known as “East Science Fiction Valley”. The theme park is the first of its kind in China and covers 330 acres and has 35 VR attractions that includes shooter…
Tianjin Bird Watching Festival

Tianjin Bird Watching Festival

 2017-11-27

The third Tianjin Bird Watching Festival was held November 17 in Tianjin Binhai New Are. A number of ecologists, ornithologists, birders and photographers were attracted to Tianjin’s Beidagang Wetland Park f…
Harbin Ice and Snow World to Start Trial Run

Harbin Ice and Snow World to Start Trial Run

 2017-11-27

This years Harbin Ice and Snow World, the 19th since 1999, will start its trail operation at the end of December in Harbin, capital of Northeast Chinas Heilongjiang province. The 800,000 sq.meter park will star …
2017 Hong Kong WinterFest

2017 Hong Kong WinterFest

 2017-11-20

Each year Hong Kong’s Skyline gets a Christmas make over and is decorated to mark the beginning of the WinterFest. The Christmas spirit can be felt across the city with the symbolic Christmas tree in Statue Squ…
Direct flight between Haikou, Sydney to launch next January

Direct flight between Haikou, Sydney to launch next January

 2017-11-20

A direct air route operated by Hainan Airlines will start service in January 30, 2018 connecting south China coastal city Haikou and Sydney, coping with the surging demand for tourism, businesses. To better serv…
China-Russia Music Festival to Debut in May

China-Russia Music Festival to Debut in May

 2017-11-20

The first China-Russia Music Festival will debut in Beijing next May, announced by Russian actress Anikieva Selena at the Russian embassy in Beijing. More than 20 musicians from China, including rock star Cui…
China’s Theme Park Market Booms

China’s Theme Park Market Booms

 2017-11-17

China’s theme park market is expected to be the world’s largest by 2020, thanks to the country’s rising middle class. Euromonitor International predicts that China’s theme parks are set to reach 12 billion…
2017 Huangshan International Mountaineering Festival

2017 Huangshan International Mountaineering Festival

 2017-11-14

Thousands of mountaineering amateurs converged at Mount Huangshan to attend the 13th International Mountaineering Festival on Sunday while admiring the enchanting views of this UNESCO World Heritage site in east…
UNESCO Names Macau as a City of Gastronomy

UNESCO Names Macau as a City of Gastronomy

 2017-11-14

Macau was designated as a UNESCO Creative City of Gastronomy along with 7 other cities from around the world. Macau is the third city in China to be awarded this title. Chengdu and Shunde were awarded the title …
US President Donald Trump Visits Beijing

US President Donald Trump Visits Beijing

 2017-11-10

US President Donald Trump finished his three-day state visit to China and will be leaving Beijing this morning. During this “state visit-plus” in China, the US president and his wife Melania Trump visited t…
Tiger-Head Shoes Handcrafted in N China Hebei

Tiger-Head Shoes Handcrafted in N China Hebei

 2017-11-09

Nov 07, 2017 marks the day of "Winter Begins" of the 24 solar terms, which sounds the bugle of winter days setting in. After this day, locals in Sanbeizhang Village of Renxian County, North Chinas Hebe…
2017 Hangzhou Marathon

2017 Hangzhou Marathon

 2017-11-06

The Hangzhou Marathon took place in Hangzhou this year on 5th November 2017 with over 35,000 participants. The Hangzhou Marathon and has been recognized by The Association of International Marathons and Distance…
Muji to Open First Hotel in Shenzhen

Muji to Open First Hotel in Shenzhen

 2017-11-03

Muji announced to open hotels in the cities of Shenzhen and Beijing on November 1, 2017. The Shenzhen location will be the first to open January 18, 2018, along with the Beijing is scheduled for March 20, 201…
China Being Voted the Top Travel Picks in 2018 by Lonely Planets

China Being Voted the Top Travel Picks in 2018 by Lonely Planets

 2017-10-31

Lonely Planet, the worlds largest travel guide publisher, recently published its annual report on the best worldwide destinations in 2018. China, for its diversity, mystery and high-speed rail network, ranks the…
Expansion of Tibet Museum

Expansion of Tibet Museum

 2017-10-30

Work on expanding Tibet Museum has already begun in Lhasa. The expansion project which is expected to be complete in 2020 will see the building expand to 58,000 square meters. Once the expansion has been complet…
Endangered Oriental Stork Seen in Naolihe Reserve NE China

Endangered Oriental Stork Seen in Naolihe Reserve NE China

 2017-10-24

A gathering of over 600 oriental storks was witnessed by rangers, during a regular patrol to monitor animals in Naolihe National Nature Reserve in Heilongjiang Province. Oriental storks is among the worlds most …
Pingyao International Photography Festival

Pingyao International Photography Festival

 2017-10-23

The 2017 Pingyao International Photography Festival was held in Pingyao Ancient Town in September. The festival attracted over 2,000 photographers from all over the world and a total of 16,000 photographs were o…
2017 UCI Cycling Gala Held in Guilin

2017 UCI Cycling Gala Held in Guilin

 2017-10-23

The 2017 UCI Cycling Gala, organized in partnership with Wanda Sports, will take place in Guilin, the host city of the final stage of the GREE-Tour of Guangxi. This six-day stage race is the last event of the…
157th Anniversary of the Sacking of Old Summer Palace

157th Anniversary of the Sacking of Old Summer Palace

 2017-10-20

The Old Beijing Summer Palace otherwise known as Yuanmingyuan has marked the 157th anniversary of the sacking of old Summer Palace. Due to the Second Opium War the palace was destroyed and many of the relics wer…
Catch Yading’s Autumnal Hues before They are Gone

Catch Yading’s Autumnal Hues before They are Gone

 2017-10-18

Before winter sets in, visit Yading in west Sichuan to appreciate late-autumn colors. This photogenic fairyland affords a palette of colors, natures bounty. Red maple leaves, fields of golden yellow, azure sky, …
The 19th CPC National Congress Opened Wednesday

The 19th CPC National Congress Opened Wednesday

 2017-10-18

The 19th CPC National Congress opened Wednesday at the Great Hall of the People in Beijing. Xi Jinping delivered an opening speech saying socialism with Chinese characteristics has entered a new era and the m…
China International Collection Exposition

China International Collection Exposition

 2017-10-12

The third session of China International Collection Expo opened at Nanjing International Expo Center on 8th September 2017. The three day event hosted in Nanjing attracted exhibitors from more than 40 countries …
Forbidden City manual ticketing shut down after 92-year operation

Forbidden City manual ticketing shut down after 92-year operation

 2017-10-12

On 10 Oct, 2017, manual ticket office at the Forbidden City ended its service which started 92 years ago. Entrance tickets booking from the day on is only available online via Alipay or WechatPay. To guarantee b…
Popular Domestic Destinations During National Holiday

Popular Domestic Destinations During National Holiday

 2017-10-09

The long 8-day holiday, in which National Day Golden Week overlaps with the Mid-Autumn Festival has just ended, from October 1 to 8. According to the China Tourism Academy, more than 710 million Chinese touri…
Chenjiagou Tai Chi Training Centers

Chenjiagou Tai Chi Training Centers

 2017-09-25

As of September 17, 2017 the number of Tai Chi training centers in Chenjiagou has increased to 40. The training centers that are set up in Chenjiagou attract over 10,000 Taichi fans from all over the world. Chen…
Hong Kong Disneyland Wicked “Halloween Time” Starts

Hong Kong Disneyland Wicked “Halloween Time” Starts

 2017-09-18

Hong Kong Disneyland has started its Halloween party this season from September 14 to October 31. Guests can join the vilest Disney Villains in Maze of Madness inspired by the dark side of Disney stories, or …
Celebrate World Cycling Day on September 17 in Guangzhou

Celebrate World Cycling Day on September 17 in Guangzhou

 2017-09-15

After nearly 30 years, the craze of cycling returned to major cities of China. Driven by capital, thousands of bikes are flooding to Tianjing bike factories. This time, something new, besides a means of transpo…
Tours resumed in Macau after Typhoon Hato

Tours resumed in Macau after Typhoon Hato

 2017-09-04

Macau resumed receiving tours on Saturday after the Government Tourism Office had earlier requested local travel agencies to suspend tour groups to the city after the serious damage caused by Typhoon Hato. Th…
2017 Qixi AKA Chinese Valentines Day

2017 Qixi AKA Chinese Valentines Day

 2017-08-28

Today, August 28, marks Qixi aka Chinese Valentines Day of the year 2017, the seventh day of the seventh month in the Chinese lunar calendar. Legend has it that on this day, a weaver maid Zhinü and a cowher…
Guilin World Cup Rafting 2017

Guilin World Cup Rafting 2017

 2017-08-21

Guilin has successfully held the World Cup Rafting 2017 from 16 to 20 August on the Wupai River of Ziyuan County. This is the Asian leg of the International Rafting Federation’s World Cup series. Teams from Cze…
Fuxing Bullet Train to Be Put into Operation in North China

Fuxing Bullet Train to Be Put into Operation in North China

 2017-08-18

Chinas most newly and self-developed bullet train, the Fuxing, will start operation in Beijing-Tianjin-Hebei route on August 21. Along the route ten stops are projected to be covered, including Beijing South, Wu…
6 Days Visa Free Entry in Beijing, Tianjin and Hebei Province Coming Soon

6 Days Visa Free Entry in Beijing, Tianjin and Hebei Province Coming Soon

 2017-08-10

New 144-hour visa-free transit program will be carried out in Beijing, Tianjin and Hebei province by the end of 2017, announced Cheng Hong, the vice-mayor of Beijing. It is assumed that this policy will be mu…
QR Code Scanning Entrances into Service in 8 Beijing Parks

QR Code Scanning Entrances into Service in 8 Beijing Parks

 2017-08-01

Recently Jingshan Park, Zhongshan Park, Beihai Park in Beijing put their electronic redeem entrance into use, following the pace of Summer Palace, Temple of Heaven, Beijing Zoo, Xiangshan Park, Beijing Botanical…
Footprints of Endangered Manchurian Tiger Found in Heilongjiang

Footprints of Endangered Manchurian Tiger Found in Heilongjiang

 2017-07-27

Experts confirmd that the footprints lately discovered by a local farmer in Hulin, Heilongjiang belong to a male Manchurian Tiger. These footprints in linear alighment, measuring 16 cm in width and 10-11 cm in t…
Travel from Lhasa to Shigatse with The Ancient Tangzhu Road

Travel from Lhasa to Shigatse with The Ancient Tangzhu Road

 2017-07-24

On July 23 2017, Qinghai Tibet Railway Corporation and autonomous district government unveiled the new name of the Lhasa to Shigatse train as “The Ancient Tangzhu Road”. The interior of the train has been desi…
Ningxia Lingwu Balloon Festival is Coming

Ningxia Lingwu Balloon Festival is Coming

 2017-07-21

From July 31 to August 6, Ningxia Lingwu Balloon Festival will be celebrated in Baijitan National Desert Park, Lingwu City, Ningxia Hui Autonomous Region. It marks the first cartoon-themed and the largest balloo…
First Direct Route Between China and Portugal

First Direct Route Between China and Portugal

 2017-07-21

The first direct flight from Hangzhou (capital city of Zhejiang Province) to Lisbon (Capital of Portugal) with a stopover in Beijing will be carried out on July 25. It’s the first international long-distance ro…
Hoh Xil National Nature Reserve is Declared a UNESCO World Heritage Site

Hoh Xil National Nature Reserve is Declared a UNESCO World Heritage Site

 2017-07-11

Hoh Xil National Nature Reserve also known as Kekexili was added to UNESCO World Heritage list along with Gulangyu Island at the 41st session of the World Heritage Committee. Kekexili is located in Yushu Tibetan…
Gulangyu Island Enlisted as UNESCO Heritage Site

Gulangyu Island Enlisted as UNESCO Heritage Site

 2017-07-10

Xiamen’s Gulyangyu Island was announced as a UNESCO World Hertiage Site at the 41st session of the World Heritage Committee. China currently has a total of 52 sites inscribed on UNESCO World Heritage List. Gula…
Shanghai Hello Kitty Theme Park to Open in 2018!

Shanghai Hello Kitty Theme Park to Open in 2018!

 2017-07-03

Since the opening of the spectacular Shanghai Disneyland last year, Shanghai is to open yet another theme park! It has been announced by Shimao Group that in 2018 the Shanghai Hello Kitty Theme Park will be open…
Wuxi International Cherry Blossom Festival

Wuxi International Cherry Blossom Festival

 2017-04-24

The annual Wuxi International Cherry Blossom festival kicked off on March 28 2017. The beautiful event that has been running since 2014 has been a highlight of Wuxi’s Turtle Head Isle. There 30,000 cherry bloss…
Chongqing Wansheng Ordovician Theme Park Longest Cantilever Bridge in the World

Chongqing Wansheng Ordovician Theme Park Longest Cantilever Bridge in the World

 2017-04-17

On April 1, 2017 Chongqing Wangsheng Ordovician Theme park opened a glass bridge that is said to the the world’s longest cantilever bridge in the world. The bridge is 200 meters above the ground and is extended…
2017 Jinshanling Apricot Flower Festival

2017 Jinshanling Apricot Flower Festival

 2017-04-10

On April 3, 2017 the Jinshanling Apricot Festival opening ceremony took place at Jinshanling Great Wall which is located in Luanping County, Chengde. This is the fifth year that the festival has been held and ev…
White Magnolias Blossoming Across Beijing

White Magnolias Blossoming Across Beijing

 2017-04-06

The arrival of spring in Beijing is evident with the presence of Magnolias blossoming across the city. Magnolias are a symbol of purity and can been seen throughout Beijing from March up until April. The light f…
Nyingchi Mainling Airport Opens New Terminal

Nyingchi Mainling Airport Opens New Terminal

 2017-03-29

On March 6, 2017 Nyingchi Mainling Airport opened its brand new terminal. The terminal is now the second largest airport terminal in Tibet. Nyingchi Mainling Airport has been in operation since 2006 and is locat…
2017 Hong Kong Flower Show

2017 Hong Kong Flower Show

 2017-03-13

The annual Hong Kong Flower Show opened to the public on 10 March, 2017. This year the theme for the show is “Blossoms of Love” with roses being the highlight. Apart from all the beautiful flowers in full bloo…
Wander the Golden Fields of Wuyuan Village

Wander the Golden Fields of Wuyuan Village

 2017-03-06

March is the prime time to see the picturesque scenery of Wuyuan Village. The fields of Wuyuan are filled with the bright golden yellow canola flowers that are in full bloom. Apart from the beautiful flowers the…
2017 Beijing and Hangzhou Color Run

2017 Beijing and Hangzhou Color Run

 2017-02-27

The annual Color Run is set to kick off in Beijing and Hangzhou! Registration for the event has already begun! Hangzhou Color is to take place on 6 May, 2017 at Xianghu Lake Tourist Resort and Beijing Color Run …
Nanjing Plum Blossoms in Full Bloom

Nanjing Plum Blossoms in Full Bloom

 2017-02-20

This year the Nanjing International Plum Blossom Festival was launched early due to the early blossoming of the plum blossoms. Plum blossoms can be seen at Nanjing Plum Blossom Mountain where there are over 35,0…
Visit the Newly Renovated Nanluoguxiang Hutong in Beijing

Visit the Newly Renovated Nanluoguxiang Hutong in Beijing

 2017-02-15

As one of Beijing’s most popular hutongs, Nanluoguxiang is open to the public again since its two month renovation. The hutong which is only 800 meters in length was renovated from October to December. The over…
Skate Across Kunming Lake at the Summer Palace

Skate Across Kunming Lake at the Summer Palace

 2017-01-22

It’s the time of year again to visit Beijing’s Summer Palace! From January to February Kunming Lake is completely frozen and open to the public for ice-skating. Apart from ice-skating photography fanatics can …
Shanghai Yuyuan Garden Lantern Fair

Shanghai Yuyuan Garden Lantern Fair

 2017-01-16

The Yuyuan Garden Spring Festival Lantern Fair is already opened to the public! The wonderful lanterns illuminate the Yuyuan Garden and you will be surprised by the lanterns that come in all shapes and sizes. Th…
Hong Kong Palace Museum to Open in 2022

Hong Kong Palace Museum to Open in 2022

 2017-01-11

On 23 December 2016 an announcement was made that the construction of Hong Kong Palace Museum would begin in 2017. The project is estimated to be worth $3.5 billion and will occupy 328,000 square meters. The mus…
Laba Festival the Time to Pray for Good Harvests

Laba Festival the Time to Pray for Good Harvests

 2017-01-05

Each year the Laba Festival is on the eighth day of the 12th lunar month, this year it happens to be January 5, 2017. During this one day festival people across China will eat Laba Porridge which is made of 8 in…

2016

Chengde Mountain Resort Transformed into Winter Wonderland

Chengde Mountain Resort Transformed into Winter Wonderland

 2016-12-28

The Chengde Mountain Resort was the summer getaway for the emperors of the Qing Dynasty. The resort which took 89 years to complete was built from 1703 - 1792. Chengde Mountain Resort was enlisted as a UNESCO He…
2017 Harbin Ice and Snow World set to open!

2017 Harbin Ice and Snow World set to open!

 2016-12-20

The annual Harbin Ice and Snow World is set to open to the public on 21 December, 2016! The event is one of the most spectacular winter festivities of Harbin and is now the largest ice and snow festival in the w…
Mount Wutai Smart Tourism

Mount Wutai Smart Tourism

 2016-12-13

Mount Wutai of Shanxi Province has announced new plans launch a new smart tourism program which offers tourists a range of smart tourism services. The program is known as “Smart Mount Wutai” and with an invest…
Admire the Winter Scenery of Tianmen Mountain

Admire the Winter Scenery of Tianmen Mountain

 2016-12-05

Winter has made its appearance across different cities in China with the first sights of snowfall. However, one of the most magical places to visit during winter has to be Tianmen Mountain with its beautiful sil…
Shanghai Paulaner Christkindlmarkt

Shanghai Paulaner Christkindlmarkt

 2016-11-30

The annual Paulaner Christkindlmarkt is back this Christmas! This is the 10th consecutive year that BLN Restaurants and Catering have held the Christmas market in Shanghai. For the first time this year the Chris…
Hong Kong Disneyland Expansion

Hong Kong Disneyland Expansion

 2016-11-24

Hong Kong Disneyland has announced expansion plans worth $1.4 billion. The new attractions and themed areas are expected to be unveiled between 2018 and 2023. One of the biggest highlights of the expansion plan …
Sanjiang Dong Ethnic Minority Embroidery Competition

Sanjiang Dong Ethnic Minority Embroidery Competition

 2016-11-14

On November 12, 2016 the Dong Ethnic Minority hosted an embroidery competition with over 200 Dong minority women taking part in the event. This year has seen a rapid growth in the number of tourists to Sanjiang …
Shanghai Chrysanthemum Collection Display

Shanghai Chrysanthemum Collection Display

 2016-11-08

From October 30 to the end of November, Shanghai Gongqing Forest Park will be hosting a Chrysanthemum collection display which has over 900 types of Chrysanthemums. The event symbolizes the long history and Chin…
2016 Macau Grand Prix

2016 Macau Grand Prix

 2016-11-02

The 63rd Macau Grand Prix is to make its annual appearance from November 17, 2016. The event which lasts 4 days is the most prestigious event of Macau. During the event the city is filled with spectators from al…
Shaolin Kung Fu Festival Begins!

Shaolin Kung Fu Festival Begins!

 2016-10-21

The International Shaolin Kung Fu Festival began on 16 October, 2016. The festival which is held at Dengfeng Shaolin Temple lasts 5 days and has more than 2,000 participants from 68 countries. The event features…
2016 Hong Kong Wine and Dine Festival

2016 Hong Kong Wine and Dine Festival

 2016-10-11

The annual Hong Kong Wine and Dine Festival is the best time to experience the delicious dishes and exquisite wines from all over the world! The festival is held at Hong Kong Central Harbourfront from 27-30 Octo…
Flying Tigers Group C-47 Returns to Guilin

Flying Tigers Group C-47 Returns to Guilin

 2016-09-29

Flying Tigers Group C-47, nicknamed Buzz Buggy, will be received by Flying Tiger Guilin Heritage Park in China on 7 October, 2016.Flying Tigers was originally a nickname for American Volunteer Group (AVG), who w…
15-Day Visa-Free Policy will Put into Practice at Shanghai Port

15-Day Visa-Free Policy will Put into Practice at Shanghai Port

 2016-09-28

The 15-Day Visa-Free Policy will put into practice at Shanghai International Port since October 1, 2016, which has been officially announced by the State Council.This policy allows the whole foreign tourist grou…
Hainan International Youth Festival

Hainan International Youth Festival

 2016-09-27

From 20 – 23 October 2016, the Hainan International Youth Festival is being held! The event which is held at Haikou is the largest beach festival that is aimed at expatriates in China. The festival includes EDM…
Tiananmen National Day Flower Display

Tiananmen National Day Flower Display

 2016-09-19

Work on Beijing’s Tiananmen Square National Day flower terrace display has already begun. Beijing Municipal Bureau of Landscape and Forestry have announced that this year’s flower basket display will be over 1…
Hangzhou G20 Night Entertainment

Hangzhou G20 Night Entertainment

 2016-09-05

On September 4, the Hangzhou G20 night performance was one of the most spectacular 45 minutes that just about summed up the beauty of Hangzhou. The performance which was directed by the famous Zhang Yimou incorp…
Hoh Xil Nature Reserve of Qinghai Province Applies for UNESCO Heritage

Hoh Xil Nature Reserve of Qinghai Province Applies for UNESCO Heritage

 2016-08-30

Hoh Xil Nature Reserve also known as Kekexili is preparing to apply for UNESCO World Heritage in 2017. The Ministry of Housing and Urban Rural Development annouced that Hoh Xil Nature Reserve has been doing prep…
Pearl River Delta 144 Hour Visa Free Transit Notice

Pearl River Delta 144 Hour Visa Free Transit Notice

 2016-08-24

Important notice for all tourists with regards to the 144 Group Visa Free Transit for Pear River Delta Region. The 144 visa free transit is currently unavailble and is expected to be available by mid September. …
Zhangjiajie World’s Longest and Highest Glass Bridge

Zhangjiajie World’s Longest and Highest Glass Bridge

 2016-08-24

Zhangjiajie Grand Canyon which is a staggering 980 feet above the ground has opened the longest and highest glass bridge in the world. The Zhangjiajie Grand Canyon Glass Bridge was officially opened on August,…
2016 Hangzhou G20 Summit

2016 Hangzhou G20 Summit

 2016-08-08

Hangzhou Municipal Government has now begun the “30 day countdown” briefing for the G20 Summit. The event which will be held from September 3-5 in Hangzhou is the most important event of the year. During G20 S…
2016 Nadaam Festival

2016 Nadaam Festival

 2016-07-25

The annual Nadaam Festival held in Hohhot, Inner Mongolia had its official opening ceremony on 23 July, 2016. The Nadaam Festival is the most important festival of the year to celebrate the harvest. The festival…
Shennongjia becomes World Heritage Natural Site

Shennongjia becomes World Heritage Natural Site

 2016-07-18

At the 40th session of the World Heritage Committee held in Istanbul on 13 July 2016, Shennongjia Forestry District was admitted to the World Heritage List as a natural site. Shennongjia is located in Hubei Prov…
Kashgar Tourism Boost

Kashgar Tourism Boost

 2016-07-11

Kashgar Municipal Tourism Bureau announced that the total number of tourists to Xinjiang Uygur Autonomous Region was 1.14 million for the first 6 months of 2016. This is a 36 percent increase from last year and …
Macao Convention Center ~ Chibi Maruko-chan 25th Anniversary

Macao Convention Center ~ Chibi Maruko-chan 25th Anniversary

 2016-07-01

A Chibi Maruko-chan 25th anniversary exhibition opens today at the Macao Convention Center. The exhibition has nine different themed areas which are scenes from the Chibi Maruko-chan anime and manga. Visitors c…
Qinghai Tibet Railway to Build 5 More Stations

Qinghai Tibet Railway to Build 5 More Stations

 2016-06-22

On June 15, 2016 the project command center in Lhasa announced that an additional five stations will be added to the Qinghai Tibet Railway. The authorities have emphasized that the environmental protection is a …
Beijing Dinosaur Park Opens

Beijing Dinosaur Park Opens

 2016-06-14

Beijing Shijingshan Amusement Park has opened a brand new themed area known as Ancient Exploration which is the largest Dinosaur theme park in Beijing. The Ancient Exploration area covers more than 20,000 square…
Shanghai Disneyland Resort Trial Metro

Shanghai Disneyland Resort Trial Metro

 2016-04-25

With the grand opening of Shanghai Disneyland just 52 days away the trial metro services of Disneyland station is to begin on 26 April 2016. The journey which will take only 40 minutes if travelers are to set of…
Shanghai Majestic Theatre Reopens

Shanghai Majestic Theatre Reopens

 2016-04-18

On 9 April, 2016 Shanghai Majestic Theatre was reopened to the public after undergoing renovations in 2011. The theatre was built in 1941 during World War II and went on to become one of the most iconic building…
Yangzhou Marco Polo Flower World

Yangzhou Marco Polo Flower World

 2016-04-11

Marco Polo Flower World of Yangzhou, Jiangsu Province is set to open its doors to the public on 16 April, 2016. As the world’s first flower theme park, Marco Polo Flower World has integrated floral art with the…
Spring Scenery along Juyongguan Great Wall

Spring Scenery along Juyongguan Great Wall

 2016-04-05

Spring is the most beautiful season when flowers are in full bloom and nature comes back to life. Taking a train journey through the sea of flowers of Juyongguan Great Wall is definitely an unforgettable way to …
Love is in the Air at Hangzhou Wuliuxiang

Love is in the Air at Hangzhou Wuliuxiang

 2016-03-28

Hangzhou Wuliuxiang is a famous historic alley filled with ancient houses that date back to the Southern Song Dynasty. The alley was once home to the court official, royals and nobles. Later the alley was an are…
Wudalianchi Awarded Michel Batisse Award

Wudalianchi Awarded Michel Batisse Award

 2016-03-21

Wudalianchi Nature Reserve of Heilongjiang Province in China was awarded the Michel Batisse Award at the World Congress of Biosphere Reserves held in Peru. Wudalianchi was awarded the award for its efforts envir…
Qing Royal Ware Exhibition in Shenyang

Qing Royal Ware Exhibition in Shenyang

 2016-03-18

Royal gold ware and silverware dating back to the Qing Dynasty are on display at Shengyang Imperial Palace until April 25, 2016. There are over 100 items of goldware and silverware on show that can be traced bac…
China’s Highest Ski Resort to be Built in Tibet

China’s Highest Ski Resort to be Built in Tibet

 2016-03-07

China has announced that they will build the world’s highest ski resort in Lhasa the capital city of Tibet. The resort will overtake the Jade Dragon Snow Mountain Resort as the highest ski resort in the world. …
Terracotta Warriors Exhibit at the Field Museum Chicago

Terracotta Warriors Exhibit at the Field Museum Chicago

 2016-03-07

Chicago’s Field Museum announced that it will be holding the “China’s First Emperor and His Terracotta Warriors” exhibition starting from March 4th, 2016. A total of 170 items and 10 Terracotta Warriors will…
Luoyang Longmen Grottoes opens Kanjing Temple for Tourists

Luoyang Longmen Grottoes opens Kanjing Temple for Tourists

 2016-02-29

It has been announced that Longmen Grottoes will open Kanjing Temple to tourists on March 10, 2016. Kanjing Temple is the best preserved scenic area of Longmen Grottoes in Luoyang, within the temple there are 29…
Sichuan Yibin Earliest Tea Festival

Sichuan Yibin Earliest Tea Festival

 2016-02-25

The 9th Yibin Earliest Tea Festival opened on 24th February, 2016. Yibin is one of the main producers of the Kung Fu Red Tea and is one of the most well developed tea producers in Sichuan Province. Yibin is the …
Hong Kong Light Rose Garden

Hong Kong Light Rose Garden

 2016-02-14

The Light Rose Garden world tour has finally made its way to Hong Kong for Valentine’s Day! The garden is located at Tamar Park in Hong Kong’s Central District. The rose garden is made up of 25,000 waterproof …
2016 Chinese New Year Travel Rush

2016 Chinese New Year Travel Rush

 2016-02-02

The annual Chinese New Year travel rush period has begun with a recorded 2.9 billion trips being made by people around China. The travel rush known as “Chunyun” began on January 24, 2016. The travel rush perio…
Hangzhou and Guizhou Named Top Destinations by New York Times

Hangzhou and Guizhou Named Top Destinations by New York Times

 2016-01-27

New York Times “52 places to go in 2016” ranking seen Hangzhou ranked at No.16 and Guizhou at No.44. “Places to Go” is an annual featured section of New York Times and is a top destination list based on the …
Shanghai Disneyland to Open on 16 June 2016!

Shanghai Disneyland to Open on 16 June 2016!

 2016-01-18

It has been announced that the eagerly anticipated Shanghai Disneyland Resort will open on 16 June 2016! The news was announced by the Walt Disney Company and Shanghai Shendi Group. The construction of the Shang…
Changsha Vis Free Transit Policy

Changsha Vis Free Transit Policy

 2016-01-11

Changsha is the latest city in China to offer the 72 Hour Visa-free Transit Policy. The policy is active as of January 2016, the visa-free transit is available for travelers from 51 foreign nations who plan to …
2016 Harbin Ice and Snow Festival Begins!

2016 Harbin Ice and Snow Festival Begins!

 2016-01-07

The 32nd Harbin International Ice and Snow Festival had its magnificent opening ceremony on January 5, 2016! The annual ice and snow festival is the biggest international event of Harbin attracting thousands of …

2015

Universal Studios to Open in Beijing

Universal Studios to Open in Beijing

 2015-12-14

Universal Parks & Resorts has announced that in 2019 the Universal Studios theme park will be opened in Beijing. The project is worth an estimated $3.3 billion and covers an area of 300 acres, though it has …
Worlds Longest Glass Bridge at Zhangjiajie National Park

Worlds Longest Glass Bridge at Zhangjiajie National Park

 2015-12-07

The world’s longest glass bridge of Zhangjiajie National Forest Park has been successfully constructed. It has been announced that the bridge will be open to the public starting from May 1, 2016. The bridge whi…
2015 Hong Kong Wine and Dine Month

2015 Hong Kong Wine and Dine Month

 2015-10-26

The Hong Kong Wine and Dine Month began on 22nd October and is set to last till the 30th November! Each year the Hong Kong Wine and Dine Festival has over 300 wine and food booths which are filled with wine and …
Fujian Province Tax Refund Program

Fujian Province Tax Refund Program

 2015-10-20

Starting in October, Fujian Province will offer tax refund on purchases made by overseas tourists. Fujian is set to follow in the footsteps of Hainan, Beijing and Shanghai. There are currently 20 stores in Fujia…
Nanjing 72 Hour Visa Free Transit Policy

Nanjing 72 Hour Visa Free Transit Policy

 2015-09-14

Nanjing is the latest city in China to offer the 72 Hour Visa Free Transit Policy. The policy is active as of 10th September 2015, the visa free transit is available for travelers from 51 foreign nations who pla…
2015 Shoton Festival in Tibet

2015 Shoton Festival in Tibet

 2015-08-17

The 2015 Shoton Festival kicked off on 14th August in Tibet, the festival attracted over 200,000 dedicated Buddhists. The Drepung Monastery was filled with dedicated followers and the highlight was the 40 meter …
Star Cruises SuperStar Libra Homeport in Xiamen

Star Cruises SuperStar Libra Homeport in Xiamen

 2015-07-30

On 24th July it was announced that Xiamen will be the homeport for SuperStar Libra cruise ship until 1st November. This is the longest time any cruise ship has chosen Xiamen to be its homeport. SuperStar Libra w…
Harbin 72 Hour Visa Free Transit Policy

Harbin 72 Hour Visa Free Transit Policy

 2015-07-29

Harbin is the latest city in China to offer the 72 Hour Visa Free Transit Policy. The policy is active as of August 2015, the visa free transit is available for travelers from 51 foreign nations who plan to tran…
Tusi Sites Enlisted as UNESCO Heritage Site

Tusi Sites Enlisted as UNESCO Heritage Site

 2015-07-13

On 4th July 2015, the Tusi Sites of China became the 48th UNESCO Heritage Site of China. The Tusi Sites are located in Southwest China mainly in Hunan, Hubei and Guizhou Province. The three famous Tusi Sites tha…
Hefei Fuzhou High Speed Railway

Hefei Fuzhou High Speed Railway

 2015-07-10

The new Hefei – Fuzhou High Speed Rail has proven to be popular amongst travelers in China since its operations on 28th June, 2015. The new rail route has been said to be “the most beautiful high-speed railway…
Mount Everest Base Camp Reopens

Mount Everest Base Camp Reopens

 2015-07-10

After the tragic earthquake that struck Nepal on 25th April, the Mount Everest Base Camp had been closed. It was announced on 29th June that the Mount Everest Base Camp will re-open for its climbers on 1st July,…
Beijing Tax Refund Policy

Beijing Tax Refund Policy

 2015-07-06

On 1st July 2015, Beijing became the first city in China to offer Departure Tax Refund Policy for tourists. Departure tax refund policy is not only an international rule but also an important factor for attracti…
Tianjin 72 Hour Visa Free Policy

Tianjin 72 Hour Visa Free Policy

 2015-06-15

Tianjin is the latest city in China to offer the 72 Hour Visa Free Transit Policy. The policy is active as of 8th June 2015, the visa free transit is available for travelers from 51 foreign nations who plan to …
Shengshan Island Abandoned Village in China

Shengshan Island Abandoned Village in China

 2015-06-15

Located not toofar from Shanghai is ShengshiIslands which consists of over 400 small islands. Though over the past coupleof days there is one particular island that has captured the attention of the public,which…
Dali Ancient City Entrance Fees

Dali Ancient City Entrance Fees

 2015-06-01

As of September 2015, it has been announced that Dali Ancient City in Yunnan Province will start charging entrance fees. Tourists who are visiting with a travel agency will be charged 30 Yuan per person. It is s…
Zhangjiajie Will Open World’s Longest Largest Glass Bridge

Zhangjiajie Will Open World’s Longest Largest Glass Bridge

 2015-05-25

As one of the national scenic tourist attractions of China, Zhangjiajie of Hunan Province is set to break records with the opening of the world’s largest and longest glass bridge in July. The bridge stretches 4…
India Prime Minister Visits China

India Prime Minister Visits China

 2015-05-15

On 14th May 2015, Prime Minister of India, Narendra Modi, arrived in Xian where he was greeted by China’s President Xi Jinping at the famous Daci’en Temple. Upon his arrival Modi was shown around the temple an…
Beijing Departure Tax Refund Policy

Beijing Departure Tax Refund Policy

 2015-04-23

Beijing has announced thatit will introduce a tax refund program this year to attract more overseas touriststo the city. The aim of the program is to allow foreign visitors to claim taxrefunds at shopping malls …
2015 Beijing Tulip Festival

2015 Beijing Tulip Festival

 2015-04-20

The sixth Beijing Tulip Festival began on the 13th April and is open to visitor until the 10th May. The Tulip Festival is held at the Beijing International Flower Port where there are over 60 species of tulips a…
Xishuangbanna Water Splashing Festival Begins

Xishuangbanna Water Splashing Festival Begins

 2015-04-14

The annual Water Splashing Festival willstart from the 13th – 15th April hosted in Xishuangbanna,the festival is an important festival of the Dai Ethnic Minority ofXishuangbanna. The festival is held during the…
Xiamen 72 Hour Visa Free Transit

Xiamen 72 Hour Visa Free Transit

 2015-04-08

On 2 April 2015, Xiamen became thethirteenth city to offer the 72 Hour Visa Free Transit. The visa free transitis available for travelers from 51 foreign nations who plan to transit visaXiamen Gaoqi Internationa…
New Route for Beijing Vintage Buses

New Route for Beijing Vintage Buses

 2015-04-07

As of 18th March 2015, a newroute had been added to the vintage bus sightseeing buses in Beijing. Thevintage bus services were launched in Beijing on 28th September 2014and have proven to be popular for tourists…
Shangri-La Dukezong Ancient Town Restoration

Shangri-La Dukezong Ancient Town Restoration

 2015-03-19

Restoration of Dukezong Ancient Town in Shangri-La County of Yunnan Province is well underway. One fifth of the ancienttown was burnt down by a fire in January 2014. The restoration project is worthan estimated …
Chongqing Qianjiang Wuling Mountain Scenic Area

Chongqing Qianjiang Wuling Mountain Scenic Area

 2015-03-13

The Wuling Mountain Forest Park is located in Fuling District of Chongqing and isfamous for its nature and scenery. Most recently there has been a new plankroad bridge that has been built into the face of the cl…
Prince William’s Royal China Tour

Prince William’s Royal China Tour

 2015-03-02

Having arrived in Beijing yesterday, Prince William will be touring China over the next three days. This is one of the highest prolific visits to China made by the British Royal family in 30 years. Prince Willia…
Chinese New Year Chunyun Period Begins!

Chinese New Year Chunyun Period Begins!

 2015-02-16

With only a few more days until Chinese New Year travelling in China by train, bus and air are at an all time high. The high numbers of migrant workers returning home to reunite with their families for Chinese N…
Wuhan 72 Hour Visa Free Transit

Wuhan 72 Hour Visa Free Transit

 2015-02-09

As of March Wuhan will also be offering the 72 Hour Visa Free Transit, Wuhan is the twelfth city to offer the policy. Located in central China, Wuhan is a thriving city filled with historical relics. The 72 Hour…
China Domestic Flights Oust Fuel Surcharge

China Domestic Flights Oust Fuel Surcharge

 2015-02-03

From 5th February 2015, all domestic flights in China will no longer charge fuel surcharge. This news comes after 5 months of decreasing the fuel surcharges. Customers will now only be charged 50 Yuan for the Ci…
Hangzhou Botanical Garden Plum Blossoms

Hangzhou Botanical Garden Plum Blossoms

 2015-01-26

On 24th January, 2015 Hangzhou reached a peak winter temperature of 25 degree Celsius. During this warm winter the plum blossoms of Hangzhou Botanical Garden were in full bloom. Each year the Plum Blossoms can b…
Winter Fishing Festival at Wolong Lake

Winter Fishing Festival at Wolong Lake

 2015-01-19

On the 18th January the annual Fishing Festival of Wolong Lake got off to a great start. The festival is held at Wolong Lake situated in Kangping County in Liaoning Province and lasts for a week. One of the bigg…
Visiting the Frozen Gubei Water Town in Beijing

Visiting the Frozen Gubei Water Town in Beijing

 2015-01-13

Gubei Water Town International Holiday Area is located in Miyun county, which is a one hour drive from Beijing. The entire water town covers an area of 9 square kilometers and is part of many Simatai Great Wall …
Winter at Beijing Summer Palace

Winter at Beijing Summer Palace

 2015-01-05

The Summer Palace in Beijing has always been a popular destination amongst tourists visiting China. This winter the palace has been cast over with snow and ice turning the imperial grounds into a winter wonderla…

2014

Nanjing Yihe Mansions Gains UNESCO Honor

Nanjing Yihe Mansions Gains UNESCO Honor

 2014-12-29

The conservation efforts of the Yihe Mansions located in Nanjing have recently been recognized by the,2014 UNESCO Asia Pacific Awards for Cultural Heritage Conservation Program. In 2006 Nanjing Municipal Governm…
2014 Hong Kong WinterFest!

2014 Hong Kong WinterFest!

 2014-12-22

The annual Hong Kong WinterFest is organized by the Hong Kong Tourism Board. The years WinterFest begins in early December and ends on 1st January 2015. During this festive Christmas season the whole of Hong Kon…
Asia’s First SantaPark to Open in Chengdu in 2016

Asia’s First SantaPark to Open in Chengdu in 2016

 2014-12-08

The SantaPark to open in 2016 in Chengdu, the capital of Sichuan Province in Southwest China, will be worlds second and Asias first SantaPark in Asia. The SantaPark will be completed by joint efforts from local …
Guiyang to Guangzhou High-Speed Railway

Guiyang to Guangzhou High-Speed Railway

 2014-12-01

It has been announced that on the 26th of December 2014, the new Guiyang to Guangzhou high-speed train is to begin its services. With the new high-speed railway route in operation this has shortened the travel t…
6.3 Magnitude Earthquake Strikes Kangding

6.3 Magnitude Earthquake Strikes Kangding

 2014-11-24

On 22nd November, 2014 Kangding County was struck by a 6.3 magnitude earthquake. Kangding is located the seat of Garze Tibetan Autonomous Prefecture of Sichuan Province which is prone to earthquakes. The earthqu…
Fulong Temple of Taiyuan Burned Down

Fulong Temple of Taiyuan Burned Down

 2014-11-17

The ancient Fulong Temple in Taiyuan located in Shanxi Province was burned down in the early hours of Friday. The temple has a history of over 1,400 years and dates back to the Northern Qi Dynasty. The police ar…
Lanxin High-speed Railway

Lanxin High-speed Railway

 2014-11-06

Lanxin (Lanzhou-Xinjiang) High-Speed Rail Line, otherwise known as the Lanzhou-Urumqi High-Speed Railway or the Second Railway, is a 1,776km high-speed line which will begin its services on 16th November. Lanxin…
Hangzhou 72 Hour Visa Free Transit Policy

Hangzhou 72 Hour Visa Free Transit Policy

 2014-10-27

As of 20th October, Hangzhou will offer the 72 hour Visa free transit policy to transiting passengers. The visa-free policy is already in vaild in 9 cities, such as Beijing, Shanghai, Guangzhou, Kunming, Chengdu…
Former Soong Family Mansion Opened to Public

Former Soong Family Mansion Opened to Public

 2014-10-20

The former Soong Family Mansion located in Shanghai, is set to be open to the public due to the Shanghai Soong Ching Ling Foundation relocating to the house. The Soong family were the most influential figures in…
Record Number of Tourists during China National Holiday

Record Number of Tourists during China National Holiday

 2014-10-06

Each year the China National Holiday is one of the peak seasons for many scenic attractions. This year is no different with many sites dealing with large numbers of tourists. As one of the major public holidays …
Beijing Vintage Bus Service

Beijing Vintage Bus Service

 2014-09-29

On 28th September, 12 vintage buses started their services to the public in Beijing, transporting passengers to iconic attractions in the city.The journey starts at Beijings Yongdingmen Gate Tower, the 15 kilome…
Chongqing’s Mobile Phone Sidewalks!

Chongqing’s Mobile Phone Sidewalks!

 2014-09-15

Chongqing is the one of the first in the world to create lanes especially for mobile phone addicts who cannot put down their beloved devices whilst walking! The pavement which stretches for 100ft in Chongqing is…
5th Guilin International Tourism Expo

5th Guilin International Tourism Expo

 2014-09-01

China Guilin International Tourism Expo is an international exhibition for Business & Leisure Travel. It bring together Chinese and international buyers and exhibitors from the travel & tourism industry …
Forbidden City Launches Mobile Apps for Visitors

Forbidden City Launches Mobile Apps for Visitors

 2014-08-11

Chinas Palace Museum, otherwise known as Forbidden City, has launched a free tour guide mobile application for tourists.The app can be downloaded from mobile app stores and the museums official website, accordin…
Tuogu Mosque Undamaged After Yunnan Ludian Earthquake

Tuogu Mosque Undamaged After Yunnan Ludian Earthquake

 2014-08-06

Approximately 10 kilometers to the east of Ludian County is Taoyuan Muslim Tuogu Village. Within the village is the Tuogu Mosque which has a history of 234 years. The mosque remained undamaged from the magnitude…
23rd Naadam Festival

23rd Naadam Festival

 2014-07-29

The official 23rd Naadam Festival was held between 11th - 13th July 2014. The festival is held in every village and town around the country and the best opportunity to experience and enjoy the Naadam festival in…
Guilin 72 Hour Visa Free Transit

Guilin 72 Hour Visa Free Transit

 2014-07-21

Guilin is the latest city in China to offer the 72 Hour Visa Free Transit. Guilin is officially the 9th city in China to offer the Visa free transit for international travelers. Guilin is famous for its wonderfu…
Protection of Ancient Koguryo Kingdom

Protection of Ancient Koguryo Kingdom

 2014-07-14

China has invested 280 million yuan (about 45.5 million U.S. dollars) to protect the relics of the Ancient Koguryo Kingdom. The site was inscribed onto the UNESCO World Heritage List 10 years ago. The Koguryo To…
Shibing Karst Landform Enlisted by UNESCO

Shibing Karst Landform Enlisted by UNESCO

 2014-07-07

Shibings Karst Landform located in Shibing county of Guizhou province has been officially enlisted on the UNESCO World Heritage List on 23rd June at the 38th World Heritage Convention held in Doha, Qatar.Karst l…
Protection of Grand Canal Relics

Protection of Grand Canal Relics

 2014-06-30

Since the announcement of the Grand Canal as a new UNESCO Heritage site, there have been great efforts to preserve the historical relics along the canal. The Grand Canal begins in Beijing and flows through Hebei…
Silk Road Grand Canal Enlisted as UNESCO Heritage Sites

Silk Road Grand Canal Enlisted as UNESCO Heritage Sites

 2014-06-23

On 22nd June 2014, UNESCO World Heritage Committee announced the addition of the Silk Road and Grand Canal as new UNESCO Heritage Sites. This is China’s 46th and 47th listings on the World Heritage Sit…
Air China Direct Flights Between Washington Beijing

Air China Direct Flights Between Washington Beijing

 2014-06-16

On 10th June Air China launched its direct flight route from Washington to Beijing. The flight schedule will run four times a week on Monday, Tuesday, Thursday and Saturday. The flight is scheduled to leave Beij…
Beijing Brings 4G Coverage to its Subway

Beijing Brings 4G Coverage to its Subway

 2014-06-03

Beijing is to bring fast 4G Internet connections to all of its subways by the end of July. Passengers will have access to 4G networks on the platforms, in the carriages, entrances and in tunnels. It said that me…
Terrorist Attacks Will Not Affect Development of Xinjiang Tourism

Terrorist Attacks Will Not Affect Development of Xinjiang Tourism

 2014-05-28

Each year, May is the peak season for Xinjiang tourism. Xinjiang is home to some of the most spectacular attractions and cities such as Turpan’s Grape Valley, Tian Shan and Heavenly Lake. Urumqi is als…
Hangzhou’s Modern Marco Polo

Hangzhou’s Modern Marco Polo

 2014-05-26

The famous Marco Polo travelled to Hangzhou 700 years ago and described the city as "beyond dispute the finest and the noblest in the world". The Hangzhou Travel Committee decided to search for the mod…
Shanghai Xintiandi Art Project Underway

Shanghai Xintiandi Art Project Underway

 2014-05-19

Follow the JR-CLOSEUP.NET project currently taking place at Shanghai’s Xintiandi. Visitors can get their photo taken in the photo booth truck for free and your photo will be pasted on the streets of Xi…
18th China Zhouzhuang International Tourism Festival

18th China Zhouzhuang International Tourism Festival

 2014-05-14

The 18th China Zhouzhuang International Tourism Festival began on April 26th, in the town of Zhouzhuang, Jiangsu province. The International Tourism Festival has been held annually since 1996, usually in April, …
Six Harmonies Pagoda Re-opens

Six Harmonies Pagoda Re-opens

 2014-05-04

The Six Harmonies Pagoda (Liuhe Pagoda) is located in the Yuelun Hill, which is on the north bank of Qiantang River, Hangzhou, Zhejiang Province. The building had been under renovation for a year and the doors a…
AirAsia Opens Xi’an to Kuala Lumpur Route

AirAsia Opens Xi’an to Kuala Lumpur Route

 2014-04-28

AirAsia has announced that the new route between Xi’an and Kuala Lumpar will commence on 2nd July. This is the first non-stop service between the two cities. The Malaysia-based airline will use an Airb…
Ningxia Receives Over 230,000 Tourists During Qingming

Ningxia Receives Over 230,000 Tourists During Qingming

 2014-04-14

During the Qingming Festival the number of tourists visiting Ningxia reached over 230,000. The three day national holiday attracted many tourists to visit Sand Lake to experience the water activities and camel r…
Lijiang Shuhe Street Struck with Fire Outbreak

Lijiang Shuhe Street Struck with Fire Outbreak

 2014-04-08

On 6th April fire broke out in Lijiang’s Shuhe Ancient Street part of the old city district. The fire was said to have begun in the early hours, luckily no one was hurt or injured during the incident. …
Michelle Obama Tour of China

Michelle Obama Tour of China

 2014-03-25

Michelle Obama along with her daughters and mother continue their tour of China. On the 24th March they visited Xi’an paying a visit to the famous City Wall and enjoyed a folk dance performance. They a…
Qingdaos St. Michaels Catholic Church Re-opens

Qingdaos St. Michaels Catholic Church Re-opens

 2014-03-24

Qingdao’s St. Michaels Catholic Church re-opened on 14th March to the public. The church which is located on Zhejiang Road of Qingdao is located in one of the oldest parts of the city. The church was b…
Dukezong Ancient Town Under Restoration

Dukezong Ancient Town Under Restoration

 2014-03-17

Dukezong Ancient Town in Shangri-la County in Deqen Tibetan Autonomous Prefecture is under restoration since fires broke out in January 2014. The restoration plan which is worth an estimated 1.2 billion Yuan wil…
Designated Graffati Area at the Great Wall

Designated Graffati Area at the Great Wall

 2014-03-10

To further preserve and maintain the heritage of Mutianyu, a well-known and popular section of the Great Wall there has now been sectioned off for graffiti. Over the years many tourists have left their graffiti …
Growth in Tibet Tourism

Growth in Tibet Tourism

 2014-03-03

The growth of Tibet’s tourism is becoming evident, Lhasa the capital of Tibet has seen a annual 23% increase in tourists from China and overseas in 2013. Tourism revenues exceeded an estimated 1.34 bil…
Hong Kong Disneyland New Record Revenue

Hong Kong Disneyland New Record Revenue

 2014-02-24

For the 4th consecutive year Hong Kong Disneyland has recorded a brand new record revenue for 2013. Hong Kong Disneyland Resort generated 4,896 million HK dollars (estimated 631 million U.S. dollars) in revenue …
Increasing Tourism for Guangxi

Increasing Tourism for Guangxi

 2014-02-08

Guangxi is one of the most beautiful tourist destinations in China and over the years has been one of the most popular destinations for foreign visitors. In an attempt to further boost the tourism in the Guangxi…
Mogao Grottoes Relics at Zhejiang Art Museum

Mogao Grottoes Relics at Zhejiang Art Museum

 2014-01-20

From 5th January until 16th March, Zhejiang Art Museum in Hangzhou will exhibit cultural relics from Mogao Grottoes. The exhibition has 7 restored caves, 59 replica Buddhist wall paintings, 10 sculptures and mor…
Over 100 Million Tourists Visit Xi’an in 2013

Over 100 Million Tourists Visit Xi’an in 2013

 2014-01-13

According to the latest statistics over 100 million tourists chose to visit Xi’an in 2013. The number of visitors includes both domestic and overseas tourists totaling to 101.3 million in 2013. The inc…
Changchun Jingyue Ice World

Changchun Jingyue Ice World

 2014-01-03

In order to prepare for the Changchun Ski Travel Festival, Changchun Jingyuetan National Forest Park has created a Jingyue Ice World for visitors to enjoy the winter scenery.Changchun is the capital of Jilin Pro…

2013

Changbaishan Travel Information

Changbaishan Travel Information

 2013-12-30

Changbaishan Natural Nature Reserve The Changbaishan Nature Reserve was enlisted as a UNESCO Nature Reserve in 1979 and is the highest mountain in the North of China. The mountain covers an area of over 2,000 sq…
Beijing Yuyang Ski Resort Opens

Beijing Yuyang Ski Resort Opens

 2013-12-23

The Yuyang Ski Resort is opened as part of the Ice and Snow Festival of Beijings Pinggu District.The Yuyang resort is located about 70 kilometers northeast of the city center. The ski slopes lay on the slopes of…
Shanghai to Harbin High-speed Train

Shanghai to Harbin High-speed Train

 2013-12-17

It has been announced that high-speed trains running from Shanghais Hongqiao Station to Harbin. High-speed trains will run between the major cities in the northeast: Harbin, Changchun, Shenyang and Dalian. The s…
CCTV Announces Top 10 Most Beautiful Villages

CCTV Announces Top 10 Most Beautiful Villages

 2013-12-16

On 30th November 2013, CCTV hosted an award ceremony for the Top 10 Most Beautiful Villages in China. The ceremony was held in Yonglian which is located in Suzhou. The top 10 villages were chosen based on ecolog…
Chengdu Airport Shuttle Bus Services to Tourist Attractions

Chengdu Airport Shuttle Bus Services to Tourist Attractions

 2013-12-10

To accommodate the Chengdu 72 hour Visa Free Transit, Shuangliu Airport announced that it will be providing shuttle bus services from the airport to Chengdu’s tourist attractions. Chengdu is home to some of Chi…
Shenyang 72 Hour Visa Free Transit

Shenyang 72 Hour Visa Free Transit

 2013-12-02

Shenyang, located in Chinas Liaoning province is the latest city to launch the 72 hour visa free transit for travelers next year.From January 1, 2014, travelers from a selected 45 countries can take advantage…
Mount Wutai Airport

Mount Wutai Airport

 2013-11-25

Mount Wutai, located in Chinas Shanxi Province is estimated to have its own airport by 2015, the news was announced by the local government. Mount Wutai Airport is situated 71 kilometers away from the main sceni…
Li River Honored as One of Top 15 Best Rivers in the World

Li River Honored as One of Top 15 Best Rivers in the World

 2013-11-18

The Li River in China was enlisted by CNN as one of world’s top 15 rivers for travelers. The Amazon River, Zambezi, River Nile and Volga River were also on the list. The Li River is situated in Guilin …
Shenzhen Terminal 3

Shenzhen Terminal 3

 2013-11-14

Terminal 3 at Shenzhen Airport officially opens for use on 28th November 2013, a welcome addition that doubles the waiting hall area of the airport. The original Terminal A&B will no longer be in operation. …
British Airways Direct Flights From London Chengdu

British Airways Direct Flights From London Chengdu

 2013-11-12

British Airways has launched new direct flights between London and Chengdu. After Beijing, Hong Kong and Shanghai, the city known as the hometown of pandas is the fourth Chinese city to offer direct flights to t…
Increased Visa Services in Edinburgh

Increased Visa Services in Edinburgh

 2013-11-04

Edinburgh has announced that they are aiming to increase the speed of processing China visa applications in their service center. Since the establishment of the center in September 2012, the center has handled m…
Wudang Mountain Airport Completed by 2015

Wudang Mountain Airport Completed by 2015

 2013-10-28

The construction of the Wudang Mountain Airport is expected to start at the end of this year and be finished next year, so that it can be put into operation in 2015.Most of the preparations have been completed, …
Chongqing 72 Hour Visa Free Transit

Chongqing 72 Hour Visa Free Transit

 2013-10-24

Southwest Chinas Chongqing Municipality will launch 72-hour visa-free stays for travelers from 45 countries, becoming the fifth city on the mainland to introduce the policy.Jiangbei International Airport in Chon…
China Thailand Bilateral Visa Exemption

China Thailand Bilateral Visa Exemption

 2013-10-21

China and Thailand are in talks to initiate a bilateral tourist visa exemption programme that is expected to start in September of this year.The programme would potentially send millions of Chinese visitors to T…
Ban on Forced Shopping

Ban on Forced Shopping

 2013-10-14

According to the new tourism law that came into effect on Tuesday, Chinese travel agencies could be fined 300,000 yuan ($49,000) or more if they force clients to go shopping during a tour.According to the new to…
Tibet Climbing Season

Tibet Climbing Season

 2013-10-07

The Tibet Autonomous Region is bracing itself for the start of the climbing season which is a big boost for the local tourism industry, and a key source of revenue for locals. Over 250 mostly foreign mountaineer…
Chengdu Food Tourism Festival

Chengdu Food Tourism Festival

 2013-09-30

The 10th China (Chengdu) International Food & Tourism Festival will be held in Chengdu, capital of Sichuan province, from Sunday to Oct 7.The annual event has developed into a major showcase of Sichuan cuisi…
Shanghai 72 Hour Visa Free Transit Aids Tourism

Shanghai 72 Hour Visa Free Transit Aids Tourism

 2013-09-23

Since the introduction of the 72 hour visa free the number of tourists visiting Shanghai have increased. From 1st September 2013 an estimated 8,300 foreigners have benefited from the policy. Citizens from USA ma…
Restoration of Forbidden City

Restoration of Forbidden City

 2013-09-23

As one of the most iconic sites of China the Forbidden City which attracts visitors from all corners of the world is undergoing restoration. In order to strengthen the conservation efforts and preserving the val…
Kunming Applies For 72 Hour Visa Free Transit Policy

Kunming Applies For 72 Hour Visa Free Transit Policy

 2013-09-16

According to reports Kunming will become the fifth city in China to offer the 72 hour Visa free transit to foreign travelers. Confirmations are still to be made as to when this policy will commence. The Visa fre…
Non-stop San Francisco to Chengdu Flights

Non-stop San Francisco to Chengdu Flights

 2013-09-09

It has been announced that from June 11 2014, United Airlines will begin a brand new non-stop passenger service between Chengdu and San Francisco. The news was announced by Vice President of United Airlines Atla…
Chengdu 72 Hour Visa Free Commences

Chengdu 72 Hour Visa Free Commences

 2013-09-02

Chengdu is the fourth city to follow in the footsteps of Beijing, Shanghai and Guangzhou for the 72 hour Visa free transit. The policy officially commences in Chengdu as of 1st September 2013. The 45 countries t…
Qingcheng Folk Art Cultural Festival

Qingcheng Folk Art Cultural Festival

 2013-08-26

The Fifth Qingcheng Folk Art Cultural Festival kicks off on 18 August 2013 in the Qingcheng Ancient Town of Lanzhou, Gansu Province. Traditional folk artists will perform a series of Chinese folk art during the …
Qianmen Historical Culture Festival

Qianmen Historical Culture Festival

 2013-08-19

Qianmen Street is perhaps one of the most symbolic cultural representations of Beijing. The first festival was held on 7th August 2011 and this year will be its fourth year running. From the 7th-25th August tour…
6th UNWTO International Meeting on Silk Road Tourism

6th UNWTO International Meeting on Silk Road Tourism

 2013-08-12

The 6th UNWTO International Meeting on Silk Road tourism was hosted from the 1st to 3rd August in Dunhuang of Gansu province. Those who attended the event were: UNWTO, China National Tourism Administration (CNTA…
72 Hours Visa Free Policy for Chengdu

72 Hours Visa Free Policy for Chengdu

 2013-06-07

Chengdu is the newest city to follow in the footsteps of Beijing, Shanghai and Guangzhou for the 72 hour Visa free policy. Travelers who are transiting through Chengdu that have a valid Visa and ticket for anoth…