Starbucks has opened a new store in Urumqi, Xinjiang, combining coffee with local culture, traditional music and dance.
Coffee, traditional music and dance are coming together at a new Starbucks store...
In the age of instant messages, Chinese tourists are writing postcards to family and friends, choosing a slower way to send their greetings.
In the age of instant messages, some Chinese tourists are choosing...
As summer temperatures rise, more attractions across China are opening after dark, making night tourism a popular way to beat the heat.
As Europe endures another summer of extreme heat, China is facing...
A hit film has brought new attention to the Teochew chive dumpling, a traditional Chaoshan snack with a unique story and growing popularity.
A humble snack from south China’s Chaoshan region has...
Female archers, riders and judges are playing a growing role at Inner Mongolia’s Naadam Festival, blending tradition with a new generation of participation.
On the grasslands of Xilin Gol, Inner...
Discover how Jingdezhen blends UNESCO-listed porcelain heritage with creative districts, historic kilns, pottery workshops and vibrant local life.
On July 25th, UNESCO added Jingdezhen’s Handmade...
Discover how caves in southwest China’s Guizhou Province are evolving from sightseeing attractions into adventure destinations, offering activities such as via ferrata climbing, underground paddleboarding...
Visitors explore China’s Alien Valley in astronaut suits, where colourful rock formations and dramatic canyons create a landscape that looks like another planet.
It looks like a scene from a science...
Beijing’s new 99-metre Ferris wheel, Big Eye Beijing, is attracting crowds and sparking hopes it could become the city’s next iconic landmark.
Beijing has added a new feature to its skyline...
Historic revolutionary sites across China, from Shanghai to Yan’an, are attracting new generations of visitors seeking to understand the country’s past and present.
China’s revolutionary landmarks...
China’s Dragon Boat Festival holiday saw strong tourism growth, driven by dragon boat races, traditional cultural experiences and a surge in inbound travel bookings.
Dragon boat races and traditional...
Chinese-style photoshoots attract foreign tourists to China. Visitors embrace hanfu, qipao, and culture through portrait experiences.
Chinese-style photoshoots are rapidly becoming a must-try experience...
A mountain village in northern China found new life after more than 200 cats became its biggest attraction, drawing tourists from across the country.
On a summer morning, dozens of cats emerge from stone...
Improved highways across Tibet are driving a surge in self-drive tourism, from RV road trips to electric vehicle journeys across the plateau.
As dusk fell over a campground in Lhasa, dozens of RVs stood...
Kinmen sees a new wave of visitors from Shanghai as tourism resumes, with Chinese mainland travellers drawn to its historic villages, coastal scenery and cultural heritage.
The first group of tourists...
Shanghai bespoke is attracting foreign visitors with tailor-made suits, fast service and immersive experiences, reshaping how travellers engage with the city.
“Bespoke” was once closely tied to London’s...
The Shennyu Escalator in Wushan County, southwest China’s Chongqing, stretches 905 meters and rises over 240 meters, connecting key city areas.
The Shennyu Escalator in Wushan County, southwest China’s...
Explore ice-covered streets, snowy sledge rides, and the chance to witness the northern lights in this Arctic-edge destination.
Mohe, China’s northernmost city, recorded its coldest day of 2026 on February...
Explore China’s top Lunar New Year travel hotspots. From major cities to hidden gems, see where foreign visitors are heading this festive season.
According to Chinese online travel platform Qunar, bookings...
From snow-covered Great Walls and ancient water towns to frosted coastlines, see how China transforms into a serene winter wonderland.
China experienced widespread snowfall in mid-January, transforming...
Discover Chongqing’s “8D Magic City” with its futuristic architecture and iconic spots like Li Zi Ba and the Bus Through Building.
A visitor from Singapore once said, “One building’s first floor might...
Discover how China welcomed 2026 with breathtaking landscapes, city runs, and festive traditions across the country.
As 2026 dawned, cities and scenic spots across China welcomed the New Year in unique...
Foreign tourists are flocking to China for the New Year as flight bookings and hotel stays surge, with Shanghai, Beijing, and Guangzhou leading popular destinations.
Data from China’s online travel platform...
Discover Harbin’s iconic 19-meter snowman, a winter marvel with a red hat and scarf.
Harbin welcomes winter with its iconic snowman, now taller and more charming than ever. Standing 19 meters high, wearing...
A new cliffside bookstore illuminates a 326-meter sinkhole in Guangxi, blending adventure, design, and culture in a striking natural setting.
In the mountains of northern Guangxi, a huge geological wonder...
The vibrant city of Chongqing took center stage at the World Travel Market (WTM) London 2025, held from November 4th to 6th at the ExCeL International Exhibition Centre.
Under the theme “Magnificent Mountains...
Shanghai Disney Resort welcomes its 100 millionth visitor and announces a new hotel and retail area, marking a major expansion for Disney in China.
Shanghai Disney Resort celebrated two milestones this...
Discover the Qianlong Garden in the Palace Museum in Beijing, now open to the public for the first time in a century.
As China celebrates the 100th anniversary of the Palace Museum, visitors to Beijing...
China has announced plans to expand its visa-free policies to more countries, part of measures announced on the 16th September to boost service consumption.
In a statement issued on September 16th, China...
Foreign tourists in China are increasingly opting for small towns over big cities, seeking unique adventures, cultural experiences, and authentic local encounters.
China’s online travel platform Qunar...
On April 16th, the Young Explorers headed to Zhujiajiao near Shanghai to explore the cultural charm of a Jiangnan water town.
Stepping into Zhujiajiao along the bluestone road, which had been polished...
On April 15, the Young Explorers Program went deep into the Hongkou community to experience community governance through cultural heritage, Chinese medicine, and media dialogue.
The morning started early...