Discover China

Shenyang is most famous for being the birthplace of the Qing Dynasty (1644-1911), the last dynasty of China. The city now boasts a comprehensive industrial system – hailed by many as the “Ruhr of the East” – and the capital of Liaoning province has developed into a modern and prosperous metropolis. The China Daily article Fit for royalty profiles some of Shenyang’s most attractive places – Shenyang Imperial Palace, Zhongjie Street, Nanguan Catholic Church, Qipan Mountain and North Imperial Tomb.

In the China Daily travel article Seriously fun, Raymond Zhou reveals the enjoyments of a weekend getaway in Chengdu, capital of Sichuan Province, with a few surprises.

This oasis city in the Xinjiang autonomous region has welcomed travelers since the days of the Silk Road. In the China Daily travel article Streets of Kashgar, photographer Wang Jing explores with his camera and an artist’s eye.

West Lake is the most famous feature of Hangzhou, capital city of eastern China’s Zhejiang Province. I had the pleasure of a very brief visit in 2009 and hope to return again to experience more of this delightful city. James Baquet introduces another of the city’s features in his Shenzhen Daily article Jingci Temple, Hangzhou.

They are more than just a place to lay your head down for a night. Hotels have become attractions on their own, the reason for the journey. In the China Daily travel article Themes for dreams, Shi Yingying visits a few outstanding examples at Shenzhen’s OCT East theme park and resort – the Mahayana Boutique Hotel, Otique Aqua Hotel and Cargo Hotel.