Western China, namely the Xinjiang region, is quite far off many travelers' radars. Being on the farthest western area of the country, the region is often bypassed in favor of exploring the dense east coast. However, if you are looking to experience a truly "different China" and explore some of the more foreign and lesser-known cultures -- make sure you spend some time … [Read more...] about 5 Travel Hot Spots in Western China
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Kashgar’s Sunday Attractions: The Famous Bazaar and Animal Market
[A]bout a week ago, I ventured down from central Kyrgyzstan across the Torugart Pass until reaching China's ancient city of Kashgar. Kashgar, located in the western area of China in the Xinjiang Uyghur Autonomous Region, closer to the Tajikistan border, has a special draw because of its ties to the Silk Road. When doing our research, the ability to explore a place with … [Read more...] about Kashgar’s Sunday Attractions: The Famous Bazaar and Animal Market
4 Hurdles to Overcome When Planning a Trans-Mongolian Train Journey
In less than a month, the culmination of about six months of talking, emailing, planning, dreaming, and finalizing is about to occur: my boyfriend and I are meeting up with two other friends in Beijing where we will begin our Trans-Mongolian train journey. This epic train journey is going to take us from China to Mongolia to Russia – and from Beijing to Moscow (well St. … [Read more...] about 4 Hurdles to Overcome When Planning a Trans-Mongolian Train Journey
Introducing China Tours
Based out of Xian, China, China Tours is a well-established tour operator that offers a range of thrilling sightseeing opportunities around the country. China Tours has done a great job of organizing custom-designed tours spanning the most important places in China - and at very competitive rates. The company operates with a determination to deliver a satisfying tour that … [Read more...] about Introducing China Tours
A Tour of an Ancient Chinese Village (and How It’s Changing)
China is an ancient country with an ancient history. China still remains quite preserved in its cultures, customs, traditions and country lifestyle. Of course, urbanization has drastically changed things in the past few hundred years, but truly authentic old-school villages still exist in abundance throughout the countryside. One thing that struck me with as a pleasant … [Read more...] about A Tour of an Ancient Chinese Village (and How It’s Changing)
