Back in the 1930s, at the beginning of World War Two, thousands of German Jews escaped Nazi persecution by fleeing to Shanghai, making the city the Oriental ‘Noah's Ark’. At a time when few countries were welcoming, Shanghai opened its…

For nearly 600 years, the emperors of the Ming and Qing Dynasties ruled China from behind the imposing red walls of the Forbidden City.

The massive metropolis of Chongqing combines an enthralling urban cityscape with traditional cultural elements. Famed as the 'mountain city', this one-of-a-kind urban sprawl is located on steep hills at the convergence of the Yangtze and Jialing rivers.

Situated in northern Zhejiang province, Wuzhen dates back over 1,300 years and is the best-preserved of China’s six ancient water towns.

Explore a magical world of illuminated ice sculptures and a vibrant carnival atmosphere with ice sports, slides and snow castles in China’s North-East.

Step back in time to ancient China with a visit to the famed Great Wall, one of the most remarkable structures on Earth. This UNESCO-listed attraction is an incredible feat of engineering.

This immersive two-hour experience takes participants on a sensory journey to explore a practice that has shaped daily life in China for centuries.

With fabled landmarks such as the city wall and Xi’an Giant Wild Goose Pagoda on this full-day immersion, a broader vision of this city is what further complements any Xi’an stay with a good shot of culture and history.

Mount Qingcheng is considered to be the birthplace of Taoism and is one of the most important Taoist mountains in China.This ancient cradle of faith is dotted with picturesque and ancient temples, all enhanced by a spectacular view.

The location of Xi'an as the final terminus on the east side of the famous Silk Route has worked to the advantage of a multicultural atmosphere. A large contingent of Muslim and local merchants and traders used the city to…

Face changing is the highlight performance of the Sichuan Opera. The origins of this performance are linked to an ancient time when people painted their faces to scare and drive away wild animals.

Chinese people love tea – it is more than just a drink; it is a way of life and an intrinsic part of ancient Chinese culture. China has many styles of tea ceremonies and various ways of brewing tea.

Step back in time to ancient China with a walk along the famed Great Wall, one of the most remarkable structures on Earth. This UNESCO-listed attraction is an incredible feat of engineering.

Chengdu is a city unlike any other. It is famed for being the home of adorable giant pandas. Aside from wildlife, this modern city is renowned for its teahouse culture and as a UNESCO City of Gastronomy which was awarded…

When mingling with the Chinese on a more sustainable level is what’s on your agenda, then there is no need to look further than Xi’an.

Chengdu is the capital of southwestern Sichuan province and is best known for its most famed residents – the Giant Pandas. It is a very happy place and has been voted as China’s happiest city for many years.

The hutong alleyways are the best place to see and feel Beijing’s authentic culture. These narrow lanes also hide many hidden treasures waiting to be discovered.

The 3,099-metre-tall Mount Emei is one of four sacred Buddhist mountains in China. This mysterious mountain is traditionally regarded as a place of enlightenment and is believed to be where Buddhism was first introduced into China.

The hutongs are a labyrinth of narrow lanes in the old quarter of Beijing that date back over 300 years. They are draped in history and the unique architecture offers an insight into past times in the capital, before glass…

Situated in the south-western region of China, the capital of Yunnan province is known as the ‘city of eternal spring' for its pleasant year-round climate.

When evening falls, Shanghai takes on a new and illuminated persona. Twinkling lights brighten up the skyline and areas that are dormant during the day begin to wake up as soon as the sun sets.