The Wandering Juan: attractions in China

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Travel Guide Budget and Itinerary for Luoyang

By Joshua Berida On October 22, 2019 In things to do in Luoyang

Luoyang is an ancient city that I decided to visit. I was interested in seeing the Longmen Grottoes and the Shaolin Temple. It is recognized as Chinese civilization's cradle because it was the capital of 13 dynasties that spanned different epochs.

If you are planning to visit Luoyang, read on.

Travel Guide Budget and Itinerary for Xiamen

By Joshua Berida On October 01, 2019 In Xiamen itinerary

Xiamen is a coastal city that has a laid back vibe. After traveling around China, it became one of my favorite cities. It has a number of interesting places to visit that are easily accessible, making it a tourist-friendly destination.

If you plan to visit this city, read on for the budget and itinerary for Xiamen.

Quick Guide: Mati Si

By Joshua Berida On August 14, 2019 In Zhangye

Mati Si is one of the places you can visit while in Zhangye, other than the more famous Rainbow Mountains. This destination is a good day trip from the city; there are ancient structures and beautiful views.

Travel Guide Budget and Itinerary for Chengde

By Joshua Berida On May 30, 2019 In things to do in China

I included Chengde in my itinerary because I wanted to visit a place I haven't been to before each time I go to China. It had a couple of UNESCO Heritage Sites and historic attractions so I decided to go.

Travel Guide: Kanas Lake

By Joshua Berida On December 06, 2018 In Xinjiang

Kanas Lake is arguably one of the most beautiful parks I've seen in Asia. It takes a lot of time and effort to get there, but is definitely worth it. My friend and I should've stayed longer, but there's always next time. Here's a guide for your planned trip.

Travel Guide: Heavenly Lake, Xinjiang

By Joshua Berida On November 15, 2018 In Xinjiang

I was in Urumqi for a couple of days and was considering going to Tianchi or Heavenly Lake. There were a lot of negative reviews about it. Since I was running out of things to do, I decided to go anyway. I had apprehensions, but when I got to see the lake, I felt it was worth it.

Quick Travel Guide: Temple of Heaven, Beijing

By Joshua Berida On July 30, 2018 In things to do in China

The Temple of Heaven is a popular attraction while exploring Beijing. The temple is a huge complex with a park and ancient but well-maintained structures. It is a good place to stroll around in and learn more about the country's culture and history.

Quick Travel Guide: Summer Palace, Beijing

By Joshua Berida On July 27, 2018 In things to do in China

The Summer Palace is one of the destinations you can visit during your trip to Beijing. It is a cultural and historical attraction that provides visitors with a glimpse of the country's glorious past.

Travel Guide: Pingyao, China

By Joshua Berida On July 19, 2018 In things to do in China

Pingyao has an old town that is centuries old; I decided to visit it and do some time traveling. The walled city was a mix of old and new. Fortunately, it was low season during my visit as I saw parts of the town that barely had any people in it.

Travel Guide: Dazu Rock Carvings, Chongqing

By Joshua Berida On July 13, 2018 In things to do in Chongqing

I was in Chongqing again and looking for more things to do, as I was browsing, I found out about the ancient rock carvings in Dazu. After reading more about it I decided to include it in my itinerary.

Travel Guide: Three Natural Bridges, Chongqing

By Joshua Berida On June 29, 2018 In Three Natural Bridges

The Three Natural Bridges in Wulong is one of the places you can visit as a day trip from Chongqing. These wonders of nature are a sight to behold. The bridges are also part of the Wulong Karst National Geology Park.

Travel Guide Budget and Itinerary Xi'An

By Joshua Berida On June 17, 2018 In Xi'an

Xi'An is an interesting city that has centuries of history under its belt. It was one of my stops during a trip to China last year (2017). There was a mix of old and new as I explored the bustling metropolis.

Travel Guide: Longshuixia in Wulong, Chongqing

By Joshua Berida On April 06, 2018 In Wulong

The first time I went to Chongqing, I wasn't able to do much because I was simply passing through. I made sure that upon my return I went to some of the attractions within and without one of the biggest cities in China. One of my stops during my visit was Longshuixia Fissure Gorge in Wulong.

Travel Guide: Qinghai Lake

By Joshua Berida On March 21, 2018 In top nature trips in China

Qinghai is a beautiful region that requires more time to explore because of the many places you can visit. During my trip to the region, I decided to go to the famous Qinghai Lake.

Travel Guide: Terracotta Warriors

By Joshua Berida On February 18, 2018 In Xi'An itinerary

One of the most popular attractions in China is the Terracotta Army. These statues have withstood the test of time and provide a glimpse to the country's storied past.

Travel Guide Budget and Itinerary for Huangshan

By Joshua Berida On December 28, 2017 In things to do in China

The Chinese consider Huangshan as one of the most beautiful mountains and landscapes in the country. On one of my trips to China, I decided to see for myself, and I wasn't disappointed.

What to Do in Guangzhou

By Joshua Berida On November 30, 2017 In things to do in Guangzhou

Guangzhou is an interesting city; it has a big metropolis vibe but despite this, it reminded me of a 'province'. There are a couple of things you can do while exploring this part of China.

The Great Wall of China: Mutianyu

By Joshua Berida On November 26, 2017 In things to do in China

When I was planning this trip, I didn't even consider going to Beijing, but when I decided to go to Mongolia I included the Chinese capital. A trip to this part of China is incomplete without visiting one of the sections of the famous Great Wall.

Travel Guide Budget and Itinerary for Rainbow Mountains

By Joshua Berida On October 14, 2017 In Zhangye

The Rainbow Mountains in Zhangye was atop my list of places to visit during this trip to China. When I got to the nearest town, I was already excited for the sunset trip the following day. Guides online and print said the best time to visit was sunset, and true enough, it didn't disappoint.

Travel Guide: Jiuzhaigou

By Joshua Berida On October 06, 2017 In top nature trips in China

Jiuzhaigou is one of the most popular national parks in China, many local tourists from different parts of the country travel to Sichuan to see this wonderful work of nature. It takes a while to get to this park, but the effort and time it takes is worth it.

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