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Sichuan hotpot leaves room to breathe between bites. Chongqing hotpot doesn't bother. Here's what separates the two
China's Living Opera Traditions: Where to See Peking Opera and Sichuan Face-Changing
From Beijing's wooden theaters to Chengdu's teahouses, China's living opera traditions are easier to experience than you'd think
The Lantern Festival: Where to See the Best Displays in 2027
Three cities, three very different takes on the Lantern Festival. See which one fits your 2027 China trip best
Century Park in Shanghai: The City's Largest Green Space
Century Park offers 140 hectares of lawns, lakes, and gardens, a rare break from Shanghai's skyline and street-level crowds
Chongqing: The Cyberpunk City Nobody Puts on Their China List
Buildings with entrances on the 20th floor, a train through an apartment tower — Chongqing looks like nowhere else in China
Furong Ancient Town: The Magical Waterfall Village of Hunan
Furong Ancient Town takes its name from a film, but the real draw is the waterfall the entire town is built around
Hiking the Glass Bridge and Grand Canyon of Zhangjiajie: What to Expect
This guide covers the Zhangjiajie glass bridge and Grand Canyon in full, including tickets, timing, and what to pack
China's 30-Day Visa-Free Policy 2026: What Travelers Need to Know
The UK and Canada joined China's 30-day visa-free policy in February 2026. This guide covers eligibility, rules, and requirements
Great Wall Wild Hiking: A Guide to the Jiankou Section
No tickets, no handrails, no crowds — the Jiankou Great Wall hike shows the wall exactly as centuries have left it
China's Most Spectacular Waterfalls
From Guizhou's karst cascades to Heilongjiang's frozen falls, these waterfalls in China showcase the country's spectacular nature
A Complete Guide to Tiger Leaping Gorge Trek
A full breakdown of the Tiger Leaping Gorge trek, including day-by-day itinerary, best season, and essential packing tips
Can You Travel to China Without Speaking Mandarin?
The language barrier in China is smaller than most travelers assume. Here's what it really takes to get by without Mandarin
China's Most Incredible Local Festivals
This guide covers China's best local festivals, including timing, etiquette, and where to experience each celebration firsthand
