China Attractions
Xujiahui Catholic Church
Xujiahui used to be one of the earliest places for Catholicism to spread in Shanghai. It could be traced back to Xu Guangqi, the senior official in Ming dynasty. He might also be the first Catholic in China. Then he invited a foreign priest Guo Jujing to start preaching in his hometown Xujiahui a...
Xujiahui used to be one of the earliest places for Catholicism to spread in Shanghai. It could be traced back to Xu Guangqi, the senior official in Ming dynasty. He might also be the first Catholic in China. Then he invited a foreign priest Guo Jujing to start preaching in his hometown Xujiahui and since then there were more and more believers. Afterwards, the Society of Jesus established a church in Xujiahui named St.lgnatius Cathedral of Zi-ka-wei. As Catholics increased, the churchmen decided to build a new church, known as Xujiahu Catholic Church today, which is a typical French Gothic architecture of masonry structure with twin-spires. Two 57-meters-high bell towers face each other north and south with two crosses on the spires into the sky, which is amazing.
Peace Hotel
For foreigners who travel all the way to Shanghai in pursuit of their ' Far-East dreams', it bears the image of 'the First Building in the Far East'. For architecture lovers, it is the first modern-style building in Shanghai. It was also the first genuine skycraper over 10 stories in Shanghai. Wh...
For foreigners who travel all the way to Shanghai in pursuit of their ' Far-East dreams', it bears the image of 'the First Building in the Far East'. For architecture lovers, it is the first modern-style building in Shanghai. It was also the first genuine skycraper over 10 stories in Shanghai. While for the Shanghai locals, the green pinnacle of it, up till now, is still an indispensable landmark of the Bund.
The original owner of the building was Jewish rich man, Victor Sassoon. The most floors were all owned by Cathay Hotel. It did hold a leading position due to its luxury and magnificence, which had attracted many celebrities from all over the world. In 1956, Cathay Hotel was renamed as Peace Hotel . In 2010, after the large-scale renovation, Peace Hotel resumed its business, reliving the original image to its largest extent.
Astor House Hotel
In 1846, a British captain named Richard build Richard's Hotel, the predecessor of today's Astor House Hotel. The overall facade basically belongs to neoclassic style.
Because the owner was a captain, the building was the very image of a huge ship. In the eyes of the then Shanghai residen...
In 1846, a British captain named Richard build Richard's Hotel, the predecessor of today's Astor House Hotel. The overall facade basically belongs to neoclassic style.
Because the owner was a captain, the building was the very image of a huge ship. In the eyes of the then Shanghai residents, Richard's Hotel was associated to almost anything ' modern'.
In 1882, when Shanghai had the first application of electric lights, 7 of the 15 lights were lit up there. The earliest performances of the Circuses in Shanghai were shown there. It was among the first places to be equipped with automatic telephones... At the beginning of last century, it has met standards of today's hotels. Celebrities as Russell, Einstein, and Chaplin etc were once guests of this hotel.
Features alley
Lòngtáng, meaning alley, Shanghai is a unique residential form, it is not even ranked by Shikumen buildings posed, and with Shikumen buildings have a close relationship. It represents the characteristics of modern Shanghai urban culture, creating a unique style alley diverse culture. Various trek...
Lòngtáng, meaning alley, Shanghai is a unique residential form, it is not even ranked by Shikumen buildings posed, and with Shikumen buildings have a close relationship. It represents the characteristics of modern Shanghai urban culture, creating a unique style alley diverse culture. Various trekking alley, alley sexy, alley moved, it has become a gorgeous background color Shanghai city. Alley as entertainment, children's activities, transactions and other activities of the place.
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The 21st Guangzhou International Lighting Exhibition 2016
The 21st Guangzhou International Lighting Exhibition 2016
ADD:China Import and Export Fair Pazhou Complex, Guangzhou
DATE: 2016/06/09 - 2016/06/12
How to Save on a Trip to China
1. Plan Well in Advance and Be Flexible… and Patient
...1. Plan Well in Advance and Be Flexible… and Patient
You can use your research time to save money. There are all sorts of ways to have an inexpensive China trip. Here is your starting point! “Time is money”, but beware the law of diminishing returns!
Putting a cost-saving itinerary together requires compromise. You may not be able to do all you imagined on your budget, but China is full of excellent-value alternatives. For example, you may not be able to afford a trip to Tibet, but there are Tibetan areas in Sichuan and Yunnan offering similar cultural and scenic attractions, accessible with less cost and hassle.
Be patient! Don’t book the first flight that you come across, or set your mind on the first itinerary that you like. Shop around, and get the advice of those who have got bargains before.
2. Don’t Go at Expensive Peak Times
Consider going off-peak to see China’s attractions. This typically means traveling in the winter. Many attractions and hotels are cheaper, and you can save a lot on flights.
Our November to March weather pages for China and the main tourist cities include what to prepare for weather-wise, plus suggestions on the best things to do in those (usually) low-season months.
Definitely avoid Chinese public holidays, when prices can be two or three times higher!
Traveling off-peak has the added advantage that you will avoid the tourist crowds for a more tranquil and stress-free experience. China’s winters, though (very) cold, are usually the driest times of the year. If you don’t like heat or rain, then saving this way will be a pleasure!
Enjoy the same China holiday for less money! China has two distinct tour seasons — the high season and low season (November to March). In the low season you can save $100 to $250, depending on tour length and hotels. Most airlines offer low-season discounts, so flight savings of up to 60% are possible.
3. Use Cheaper Forms of Transport
If you don’t mind spending a bit more time between destinations, China’s trains are a fraction of the price of domestic flights. The expanding bullet train network covers middle-distance journeys in a similar time to a flight (plus airport transport, formalities, etc.), but at half the cost or less. Long distance buses are even cheaper, though less comfortable, especially overnight.
In the cities, use public transport rather than taxis. Our attraction pages give details of what buses (and Metro trains in some cities) to catch. Walking or hiring a bike is an economical and healthy way to explore China.
4. Go to Cheaper (or Free) Sights, Eateries, and Hotels
“The best things in life are free.” Some of the best ways to experience China you don’t have to pay anything for! — like watching tai-chi in a park, strolling along the Bund, or enjoying Hong Kong’s beaches and country parks.
And some low-price attractions are great value for money, giving you something original that the most-visited sights do not, though facilities may be lacking. For example, Xianglu Temple near Xi’an will give you a wonderful view of the Yellow River, Buddhist culture, and Ming architecture for 10 yuan.
With accommodation you tend to get what you pay for, though smaller cities further west are better value for money generally. Make an honest assessment of what comfort level you can tolerate, and check the reviews.
Visiting China’s snack streets and “eating like a regular local” offer a mind-broadening and very-low-budget way to find sustenance. “Western” food is generally priced even higher than in the West, so if you can survive for a tour without a sandwich, real Italian pasta, or coffee you’ll save dollars every day. China has no end of tasty alternatives.
5. Explore Less Expensive Destinations
China has a huge depth of tourist attractions and destinations. You can have a rich cultural experience and impressive China visit without going to the likes of Beijing, Shanghai, and Hong Kong.
Be adventurous! Steer clear of the high-price-band cities, and, though the standard of accommodation and infrastructure may be lower, you can enjoy great-value days of discovery in China’s lesser-known parts.
6. Don’t Get Ripped Off When Buying Souvenirs, etc.
Always bargain (at length) if you see something you like. Street markets are usually the places to go for bargain-basement local specialties, rather than the “tourist supermarkets” or hawkers at the attractions.
(You may even consider buying your clothes etc. for the trip when you arrive in China, and take your saving home with you! There are some big savings to be had on imitation brand goods, though examine them carefully for poor quality.)
Yao Zizhai
It is located at the southeast of Zhangjiajie national forest park, the top of Yaozi Village is a long and narrow ridge. Overlooking into the valley, there are many mountains peaks as a dense as trees in a forest....
It is located at the southeast of Zhangjiajie national forest park, the top of Yaozi Village is a long and narrow ridge. Overlooking into the valley, there are many mountains peaks as a dense as trees in a forest. Yaozi village is famous for its dangerous precipices and cliffs,even the "Yaozi", can not fly beyond it, hence the name Yaozi Village.
Yaozi Village stands prominently alongside Yellow stone village and Yuanjiajie, these three lofty platform are situated in triangular fashion. because it appears as a huge "kindey", Yaozi Village was formly called "kindey village", and was closed for nearly a dozen years out of concern for environmental protection, but the reopened to welcome visitors once again on Spetember 26,2003.
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$53 Per Day
Pingyao Highlights Walking Tour
Pingyao Highlights Walking Day Tour
With our guide to know the Ancient Pingyao better!
Our guide will meet you at your hotel lobby at 08:00 or 08:30, then show you the ticket office to get the ticket for the museums we will visit later.
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With our guide to know the Ancient Pingyao better!
Our guide will meet you at your hotel lobby at 08:00 or 08:30, then show you the ticket office to get the ticket for the museums we will visit later.
First we will visit the 700 years old City wall, We will climb up from south gate and have a walk on the wall. We are not sure how many km we can walk, because of the renovating of the wall. Normally we will walk from south gate to the Yunlu Exit.
Then visit the Confucius temple, there is a old building named Dacheng Hall which is over 840 years old. From outside, we can see the big wood joints to lift the big roof around the building which is named Dougong. Due to this design, there are less columns inside the hall for giving the big space for the statues and the prayer. We have chance to see the Confucius statue and learn the philosophy of Confucius. If you like, you can pray for you and your children to get better study.
There is the Paper Cutting master named Wentao nearby the exit of Confucius temple. She is very smart and create the new style paper cutting with much more details and good wishes on it. Her products are made by hanks. It is worth to visit and buy as a souvenir from Pingyao. From the table standing and wall hangings. Please remember, take the red one because of red is the traditional and happy color. But the white one is the best. It is really difficult to choose, because of all of them are really nice.
Then you can have coffee break or tea break if you need at Chummy coffee, after this, visit the City god temple (ChenghuangMiao) which is most beautiful temple inside the wall. Because of the roof is covered by the colorful glazed tiles. There is not only city god and also the three money gods, Now you know why pingyao was the financial center.
Next we will visit the Ancient government building, to see the pingyao politics center in the ancient time. It is the complete building with officials bed room, kitchen and private garden. Follow the guide to look the official’s life from the 250km far away from the hometown.
Have a stroll in the alley to the Rishengchang exchange bank, which is the first bank all of china.You can not miss it.
After lunch, walk to the Ming and Qing street, this is the shopping street full of the stores on the both side of street. You can find alot things here , from post card to lacquered boxes, and wall panels. One more place to see, it is the Armed escort agency also named security and transport service for the business man before the bank founded.
Inlcusions
1.private english speaking tour guide servcie
2.bottle water for the tour
$310 Per Day
3- Day Popular Tour In Zhangjiajie
Day 1 Zhangjiajie National Forest Park
Full day trip to Zhangjiajie National Forest Park,take Bailong Elevator up Yuanjiajie,Bailong Elevator is the said to be the worlds tallest full-exposure outdoor lift,double-deck sightseeing elevator.Yuanjiajie is the inspiration for Hallelujah Mountain in AVATAR , Where you will also find the aptly named First Bridge under Heaven, Lover Peaks and so on.
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Day 1 Zhangjiajie National Forest Park
Full day trip to Zhangjiajie National Forest Park,take Bailong Elevator up Yuanjiajie,Bailong Elevator is the said to be the worlds tallest full-exposure outdoor lift,double-deck sightseeing elevator.Yuanjiajie is the inspiration for Hallelujah Mountain in AVATAR , Where you will also find the aptly named First Bridge under Heaven, Lover Peaks and so on.
Continuing to Tianzi Mountain, it takes you 40 minuts from Yuanjiajie to Tianzi Mountain by public bus, after arriving in Tianzi Mountain, you will have a bird’s-eye view of all the mountains and valleys of the Wuling Mountains. Visit Western Sea, Helong Park, Viewing Terrace etc.Take Tianzi cablecar down and check in hotel for a rest.
Accommodation: Wulingyuan Downtown
Day 2 Baofeng Lake & Glass Bridge
After breaking in the hotel, we head to Baofeng Lake where is the masterpiece of nature and human beings’wisdom. Baofeng Lake is pure just like a big crystal among Bao feng mountain Range.When you cruise, you can hear authentic song from Tujia minority people,you can fully understand the harmony and peace between human beings and nature.
Transfer to Zhangjiajie Grand Canyon, have a walking on the Glass Bridge, Glass Bridge is the highlight of Zhangjiajie Grand Canyon, located in Zhangjiajie Grand Canyon, Zhangjiajie Grand Canyon Glass Bridge is the highest and longest transparent glass bridge with a length 430 meters and a width 6 meters. It is 300 meters above the ground level and it can bear 800 persons standing on it at the same time. (need to book the tickets in advance)
Accommodation: Wulingyuan Downtown
Day 3 Tianmen Mountain
Full day to explore Tianmen Mountain,take the longest cablecar in the world up Tianmen Mountain,have a walk on the mountain plank road built along the face of cliffs. You will feel like walking in a fairy land when the mist is still heavy.The must-visit scenic spots are: Tianmen Cave, Glass Road, Tianme Temple.
See you off in the airport and looking forward to seeing you again in Zhangjiajie.
$200 Per Day
CHENGDU, A PANDA CITY, A GOURMET CITY, A TEA CITY, LOOKING FOWARD TO YOUR ARRIVAL
Chengdu, with an area of 12,400 square kilometers and a polulation of about 14,170,000 is not just the biggest provincial capital in west China, but also the only city in the history of China whose name has reminded the same for 3,000 years since its establishment. In Chinese, "Cheng" means "success or successful" and "Du" means "big city or capital". This "Successful City" boasts a long history. It is believed that everything about Chengdu has their origin from "Sanxingdui Ruins", from where you can deeply discover the history story of Chengdu.
...Read moreChengdu, with an area of 12,400 square kilometers and a polulation of about 14,170,000 is not just the biggest provincial capital in west China, but also the only city in the history of China whose name has reminded the same for 3,000 years since its establishment. In Chinese, "Cheng" means "success or successful" and "Du" means "big city or capital". This "Successful City" boasts a long history. It is believed that everything about Chengdu has their origin from "Sanxingdui Ruins", from where you can deeply discover the history story of Chengdu.
Giant pandas definitely are the best calling card and trademark of Chengdu. Every year, million of people are attracted by giant pandas to spend their holidays here, go sightseeing here, make investment here and even settle here permanently. The reason is that for people around the world, the charm of giant pandas cannot be replaced by anything else.
Various kinds of wonderful food shall be another reason attracting you to visit Chengdu. Of the four most famous schools of culinery art in China (Beijing cuisine, Sichuan cuisine, Jiangsu cuisine, Guangdong cuisine), Sichuan cuisine boasts tongue-numbing, hot, delicate and fresh taste and a variety of flavors, as "each dish has its unique taste and no two dishes have the same flavor." Such spcial flavors as fish-flavored, gongbao (with peanuts), and water-boiled are incomparable at home and abroad.
"The teahouses in Sichuan top the world, and those in Chengdu Top Sichuan." This widespread saying not only points out the status of Chengdu's teahouses but also the inseverable ties between Chengdu culture and tea. Like bars in Paris and cafes in Vienna, teahouse add a touch of refinement and leisureliness to Chengdu, an ancient yet modern metropolis. The practice of driking tea prevailed in Sichuan as earlt as prior to the Qin and Han Dynasties.
Wish you can have a nice trip in Chengdu. You will love it.