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China for Beginners: Five Books to Get to Know the Country

China for Beginners: Five Books to Get to Know the Country

A selection of five books for beginners to introduce themselves to China and understand its functioning. History, traditions, everyday....

Visiting Cultural Attractions with Kids in China: a Practical Guide

Magda Sawyer - Baba Goes China

Visiting Cultural Attractions with Kids in China: a Practical Guide

China is packed with fun, family-friendly activities that kids will love! Interactive museums, lively festivals, cultural performances, libr

Bell Tower and Drum Tower in Xi'an, China: History and Complete Guide

Museums & Landmarks

Bell Tower and Drum Tower in Xi'an, China: History and Complete Guide

The Bell Tower and Drum Tower of Xi'an are a symbol of the city and were fundamental for the everyday life of the population and when at war

A Guide to the Dynasties of China: History Essentials

A Guide to the Dynasties of China: History Essentials

In China is essential to know something about its history: not only because this way you will have a more enriching experience while visitin

Complete Travel Guide for First Timers in China

Complete Travel Guide for First Timers in China

VISA, SIM Cards, VPNs, Alipay, WeChat, hotels, transport, medicines, museums... traveling to China is an amazing experience but it may need

Guide To Beijing's Hutongs: History, Map and Itinerary

Guide To Beijing's Hutongs: History, Map and Itinerary

The narrow alleys that compose its chessboard plan are one of the highlights of Beijing and are called hutong. In this guide, you will find

Memories of a First Timer in China

Memories of a First Timer in China

China is the embodiment of the Chinese people, and the Chinese people are only fully whole in China. This you don't hear or find written but

Guide to the Temple of Heaven in Beijing: History, Architecture, What to See

Museums & Landmarks

Guide to the Temple of Heaven in Beijing: History, Architecture, What to See

Besides being such a popular tourist site, the Temple of Heaven used to be the very center of the religious life of the Chinese capital, whe

River Town: Two Years on the Yangtze by Peter Hessler. What is left of '90s China?

River Town: Two Years on the Yangtze by Peter Hessler. What is left of '90s China?

They say China changes fast, so fast that catching up is hard even if you are Chinese. So how much of Peter Hessler's China has turned to

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