You’ve probably already heard of or seen photos of Xi’an’s famed Terracotta Warriors—thousands of life-sized soldiers standing guard in perfect formation, ready for battle. But here’s a fun fact: the site isn’t actually called “Terracotta Warriors.” It’s officially known as the Mausoleum of the First …
If you’re a fan of live theater, The Legend of Camel Bell is a must-watch. As I’ve said before, Mainland China has some of the best large-scale shows on the planet. The Legend of Camel Bell is a 60-minute theatrical performance created for President Xi …
Tired of seeing the same old historical landmarks in the Xi’an travel guides on the web? I sure am! If you’re like me, temples and museums don’t cut it—sometimes, the best way to learn history is through immersive experiences. This list of things to do …
Once the capital of some of China’s most influential dynasties, Xi’an is a city dripping in history. As one of China’s Four Great Ancient Capitals and the starting point of the Silk Road, this place has seen 6,500 years of cultural significance. With a title …
Planning on visiting Shenzhen for a few days? Or maybe you’re looking for a long weekend escape from Hong Kong. Either way, there’s plenty to do in town. Sure, you won’t find centuries-old buildings or structures spanning dynasties as you would in other popular destinations …
If you’ve always had a curiosity about China — all the different ethnic groups that live there and all the famous landmarks that make up the country — Splendid China Folk Village is going to be the perfect excursion for you. This place gives you …
As a city that went from practically nothing to a skyline full of skyscrapers in just a few decades, Shenzhen can probably seem dull for people living there. But for people who are visiting for a few days? There’s plenty to do. Sure, you won’t …
While Shenzhen is mostly known as a business travel destination, it’s becoming more and more popular for leisure travelers who want a cheaper alternative to Hong Kong. The majority of you landing on this guide are likely NOT business travelers. This guide covers where to …
Planning a trip to China is unlike any other trip I’ve planned. It requires a TON more research. But the one thing that made it so much harder? It was SO hard to find any trip planning content on China. Planning my three-week trip to …
Traveling to China can be a bit of a tech maze, especially if you’re not aware of what works differently there. Is there preparation that needs to be done? YES. So much prep work! I had to do loads of research for my very own …