This episode of “Ancient Charm of China” takes you to southeast China to catch a glimpse of a rural area that boasts unparalleled charms. In the subtropical mountainous area of Zhangzhou City, Fujian Province, lies Nanjing County, an ancestral home for...
With over 90 percent of its area covered by mountains and hills, Guizhou Province in southwest China boasts moist subtropical climate, abundant natural resources and diversity with its many ethnic groups. This episode of “Ancient Charm of China” takes you to...
This episode of “Ancient Charm of China” takes you to a UNESCO World Heritage Site in north China’s Shanxi Province called Pingyao. Established in the 14th century, the ancient city has stood the test of time. As the birthplace of Chinese...
Though many famed ancient towns are located in southern and eastern China, there are still places in the north to experience the unique historical and cultural charms. This episode invites you to embark on a trip to explore this hidden gem...
This episode of “Ancient Charm of China” takes you to an extraordinarily well-preserved ancient town in central China’s Hunan Province, praised as “the most beautiful town in China” by New Zealand-born writer Rewi Alley. Meaning “phoenix” in Chinese, Fenghuang old town...
East China’s Anhui Province is home to a UNESCO World Heritage Site that showcases China’s past glory with local characteristics. This episode of “Ancient Charm of China” takes you to what people usually call “an old village in a Chinese painting.”...
At the mention of old towns in southwest China’s Yunnan Province, many would think of the renowned old town of Lijiang or Dali. However, popularity usually comes with a price of large crowds. This episode of “Ancient Charm of China” introduces...
This episode of “Ancient Charm of China” takes you to the far west region of the Xinjiang Uygur Autonomous Region to get a glimpse of a rather isolated and primitive village that might bring some inspirations for your future trip plans...
Along the border of China and the Democratic People’s Republic of Korea lie the Changbai Mountains. They feature the highest peak in eastern Eurasia, at about 2,750 meters high. And it’s where you’ll find the sources of the Songhua, Tumen and...
Halfway between the popular tourist destinations of Fenghuang County and Zhangjiajie in central China’s Hunan Province lies a small town that has been standing there for over 2,000 years. This episode of “Ancient Charm of China” invites you to what people...
