On our second day in Xi’an (and Day 8 in China), we would dedicate the entire day to Mount Huashan (华山). This is a day trip that is logistically quite complex, time-consuming and costly, as it requires multiple mode of transport to even get to the starting point. Let me walk you through our free and easy experience conquering […]
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What are the things to do in Xi’an? On Day 7, we would make our way to this ancient China city known for its rich history that dated back to 3,000 years ago. To soak in everything this city has to offer, we would spend six nights here, covering sites within and around Xi’an, including the popular Terracotta Army and
What to do on Day 6 in China? We visited Lee Family Courtyard (李家大院), a sprawling 200-year-old mansion in Shanxi. Getting to this 4A attraction in China required quite a bit of effort. Read on as I share our mini adventure getting to this scenic spot in Shanxi province. Tip: China has a rating system for its tourist attractions, with
On Day 5 of our China trip, we would visit Great Ladder Cliff of Yellow River (黄河大梯子崖). This was the best sight of our 16-day long trip from Beijing to Xi’An. If I have to use one word to describe the experience – “Spectacular!” That was what I said repeatedly when I first set my foot at the sight entrance.
Have you read about our travel mishap in China? This hiccup plus a dash of spontaneity led us to Mount Yun earlier than planned, from Day 5 to Day 4 (PM). This change also meant we had just half a day to explore instead of a full day. Despite the time crunch, we “did it” and enjoyed a wonderful day
Day 4 turned out to be the most stressful day of our trip in China as we struggled to make it to Yellow River Hukou Waterfall. As with all free and easy tour, unexpected hiccups are bound to happen. So, what went wrong? Read on as I share the travel mishap and how our spontaneity saved the day. Don’t miss:
We’ve reached Day 3 of our China Travelogue. Today, we would enjoy our second day in Pingyao Ancient City before venturing deeper into the lesser-known places in China. The next destination – Linfen City – would serve as our base for visiting the Yellow River Hukou Waterfall. Check out these earlier posts for a chronological story flow. Once you are
On Day 2 of our China trip, we would visit Pingyao Ancient City, a well-preserved Chinese city with over 2,700 years of history. As one of China’s four-most preserved ancient cities, this UNESCO site was once a bustling financial centre, brimming with cultural and historical significance. Stroll through its timeless streets, lined with ancient shops, banks, temples, and residences, and
Hey, I’m starting a new travelogue, detailing my 2 Weeks China itinerary travelling from Beijing to Xi’An, mostly via high-speed train. Stops we would made in between include many small cities that you may not have heard of, such as Pingyao Ancient City, Jie Xiu, Mianshan, Linfen and Hejin. What’s there to do in these county-level cities in China? Well, if