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09/12/2024

Zhàn shuǐ (蘸水) is a flavorful dipping sauce made with chili, oil, salt, Sichuan pepper, scallions, and other seasonings. Popular in southern , especially Yunnan & Guizhou, it pairs perfectly with . It comes in endless varieties too, each one tastier than the last!

05/12/2024

The , cherished by the Chinese people for centuries with its profound and cultural , has been recognized by UNESCO as an intangible cultural of humanity. As if we needed another reason to look forward to the upcoming holidays!

04/12/2024

Experience the wonders of outer from within the underground!

Huojian Wanyuan Station along metro Line 8 features a captivating exhibition showcasing the history of China’s achievements in space. Outside, you'll even find an impressive model on display!

02/12/2024

Nestled in , the Cultural Landscape of Old Tea Forests of Mountain (景迈山) was added to the UNESCO World Heritage List in 2023, the 1st tea-themed site to be recognized. Full of ancient villages & ethnic cultures, it's a living testament to the power of .

📷 Elsa_X

29/11/2024

Explore the bucolic charm of Shangtan Village (上坦村), , where traditional architecture, picturesque bridges and peaceful boat rides await.

Famous for its vibrant rapeseed flowers, the local county offers even more hidden gems to discover.

📷：木音

28/11/2024

Discover “new-style” Chinese for your next tea break.

Since 2015, (煮叶) has been combining the subtle fragrance of Chinese tea with the vibrant tastes of fruits, flowers & more, delivering a refreshing experience. It’s taste & tradition, all in a single cup.

25/11/2024

Welcome to at long last, Evan Kail! A great of the Chinese people, he’s now enjoying the warm hospitality of the locals, not to mention the iconic copper in . What's next on the itinerary? A treasure trove of Chinese wonders awaits!

21/11/2024

Feast your eyes on the newly opened Poly MGM Museum, !

The exhibition "The Maritime " features 200+ artifacts, offering a unique glimpse at the treasures of ancient incl. bronze animal heads once housed in the Old Summer Palace! So what are you waiting for?

20/11/2024

The view from the Capital Hotel is worth the trip to alone.

Two trees on the hotel grounds are the star attractions, having stood here since before the hotel opened in 1989. Their golden foliage makes any photo a winner.

19/11/2024

Chinese (大漆), a natural resin coating known for its resistance to corrosion and high temperatures, has been used for over 7,000 years. Central to Chinese , it's also vital in the petrochemicals and industries.

15/11/2024

Port, a landmark project of and 's cooperation, is set to be a key deep-water port in Peru. Once operational, it will drastically cut South America-Asia sea freight time by half, transforming it into a vital hub aiding nations across the South .

13/11/2024

Experience wildlife up close & personal at Pu'er Manor, Yunnan!

Nestled in a national park, this themed hotel offers the full holiday experience, w/ stunning scenery, rich culture & fabulous all in one. Just don’t let the furry locals steal your meal!

12/11/2024

China's has given its ARJ21 regional jet a fresh new look, rebranding it as the !

The sleek update was revealed at the in , with the jet now featuring "C909" in white on a bold blue tail. All aboard the COMAC Express!✈

07/11/2024

Take the plunge at the Chimelong Kingdom in , Guangdong.

Marine life is the star of the show here, including majestic whale sharks. And for landlubbers still finding their sea legs, they can even drift off to sleep with the watching over them!

06/11/2024

, China's capital, is drawing big crowds, all thanks to the special statue "Contemplative Arhat (沉思罗汉)." This work by a Chinese artist has been transformed into countless memes, with its friendly face appearing on everything from magnets to !

05/11/2024

If you're in , why not try one of the "cheapest -rated" spots?

With an average cost of just 15 RMB (~2 USD), Yinsan Douzhi (尹三豆汁) offers 1 of Beijing's most iconic street . Like blue cheese, this fermented drink is a real love-it-or-hate-it .

04/11/2024

Yuanmingyuan (圆明园) may be known as the Old Summer Palace, but it’s also one of Beijing’s best places to capture the scenery. This vast royal garden primarily built in the Qing Dynasty offers an exquisite blend of classical Chinese and golden leaves.

17/10/2024

Come to and collect your very own hairy plushie!

It's that time of year again—crab season, and the Suzhou is offering fluffy key chains to mark the occasion. Don’t worry, their soft little claws don’t pinch at all!

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Explore the bucolic charm of Shangtan Village (上坦村), #Jiangxi, where traditional architecture, picturesque bridges and peaceful boat rides await. Famous for its vibrant rapeseed flowers, the local county offers even more hidden gems to discover. 📷：木音

Feast your eyes on the newly opened Poly MGM Museum, #Macao! The exhibition "The Maritime #SilkRoad" features 200+ artifacts, offering a unique glimpse at the treasures of ancient #China incl. bronze animal heads once housed in the Old Summer Palace! So what are you waiting for?

The world's largest #driverless car experiment is happening right now in #Wuhan, China! Just use the mobile app to make a reservation and enter the password to ride. Tech giant Baidu has rolled out a fleet of 500 robot taxis, with plans to add another 1,000 soon in the city.

Meet the Chinese marionette (提线木偶), a folk art & intangible cultural #heritage enjoyed for 1,000+ years in Fujian’s Quanzhou. 16-30 strings control the puppet’s movements, bringing it to life with incredible dexterity. Why not enjoy a #puppet performance of Drunken Zhong Kui? 📷 xiaohongshu

Lacquer fans!

Lacquer fans (漆扇) are #traditional Chinese handicrafts that combine the functional with the fancy. As each #fan is dipped into the water mixed with lacquer, the colors blend and dance across its face, ensuring no two specimens are alike! Why not grab one for this summer season? 📷: _R_/ xiaohongshu

Today is Sanyuesan (三月三), a traditional Chinese #festival that falls on the 3rd day of the 3rd lunar month. On this day, Zhuang people in #Guangxi bathe and perform sacrifices to wash away bad luck. This year, they are lucky enough to celebrate with a 4-day vacation! 📷 xiaohongshu

pingpong in World Health Day

Happy #WorldHealthDay! We all know Chinese people love a good game of #tabletennis, but did you know even their pets love to join the action? No net? No problem! A resting #corgi is all you need for an unfur-gettable game! 🐶 📷 柯基旺財/ xiaohongshu

Caught on camera: A magical moment in Yunnan

Box Lantern!

Electric #AirTaxi, anyone? Autoflight’s “Prosperity,” a 5-seater #eVTOL, aced a simulated flight from Shenzhen-Zhuhai, cutting the 2.5-hr drive to a 20-min soar. #GreaterBayArea plans to launch 100s of eVTOL routes & 1000+ of vertiports in the coming years. #Future’s looking up!

drunk lion

Ever seen #LionDance? 🦁💃 It’s a vibrant spectacle with Southern & Northern styles, plus the Wen (civil) & Wu (martial) lions in China. But have you caught the #DrunkenLion? 🍻Looks like this lion’s still in holiday mode, not ready to end the Chinese New Year festivities! 📷 黄毛丫头/xiaohongshu

Experience a rare snowy scene in Nanchang, #Jiangxi. Hit by a cold wave, this southern city upstream of the #Yangtze River is now embracing an unlikely winterscape. Snowflakes gracefully swirl around the Pavilion of Prince Teng (滕王阁)... simply stunning! 📷 Xiaohongshu