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A Secluded, Lesser-Known Royal Temple: Wofo Temple
A Secluded, Lesser-Known Royal Temple: Wofo Temple
Wofo Temple Travelogue – An 'Instagram-Worthy Spot' with Stories to Tell. Beijing’s autumn is at its finest, with clear skies and crisp air...
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Beihai Park – Finding Childhood Joys, September 2022 (II)
Beihai Park – Finding Childhood Joys, September 2022 (II)
Born in the 1960s, the happiest moments of my primary and middle school days were the spring and autumn outings. Usually, they involved
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July 2015 Detailed DIY Beijing Travel Guide
July 2015 Detailed DIY Beijing Travel Guide
Beijing, the capital of China, is a place we all yearn to visit. Before my trip, I read through many travelogues written by previous travelers
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2023 Summer Beijing 11-Day Family Trip
2023 Summer Beijing 11-Day Family Trip
Finally reaching the 'age of no confusion,' with a rare chance for leave, it was to fulfill a long-held dream of my 10-year-old big treasure, and even more, my own dream of the capital. This year was also the first after the pandemic, with many planning trips. We finally set off with wife and kids on the Chongqing–Beijing route...
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2023 Summer Vacation: Qinhuangdao to Beijing, Off the Beaten Path (Universal Studios)
The city of Qinhuangdao in Hebei Province has three train stations: Qinhuangdao Station, Shanhaiguan Station, and Beidaihe Station. Shanhaiguan is in the north, Beidaihe in the south, and Qin...
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Travelogue Series III: Viewing Zhouyuan with a Zen Mind Amid Clouds and Water
Travelogue Series III: Viewing Zhouyuan with a Zen Mind Amid Clouds and Water
On the first day of the second lunar month in the Year of the Rooster (a Sunday), at the invitation of a good friend, we visited Lishui. The golden rooster heralded dawn; it was a clear early spring day, and our spirits were refreshed and joyful.
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Beijing Travel: A Brief Half-Day at the Summer Palace (Photos)
Beijing Travel: A Brief Half-Day at the Summer Palace (Photos)
The Summer Palace in Beijing is an imperial garden of legendary fame. But as a native Beijinger, it is not somewhere I...
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A Three-Day, Two-Night Immersive Journey: Tracing Hutong Memories and Listening to the Voice of Beijing
A Three-Day, Two-Night Immersive Journey: Tracing Hutong Memories and Listening to the Voice of Beijing
What comes to mind when you think of hutongs? For me, it’s definitely memories of old Beijing. Even though today’s city is all about modernity and fashion,
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Beihai Park – Rediscovering Childhood Joy, September 2022 (Part 1)
Beihai Park – Rediscovering Childhood Joy, September 2022 (Part 1)
Born in the 1960s, the happiest moments of my school years were the spring and autumn outings. Back then, they usually...
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Autumn in Beijing: Romantic Splendor beneath Red Walls and Golden Leaves, so Brilliant and Enchanting
Autumn in Beijing: Romantic Splendor beneath Red Walls and Golden Leaves, so Brilliant and Enchanting
Famous writer Lao She once said, "You must live in Beijing in autumn. I don't know what heaven looks like, but..."
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Rediscovering Childhood Joys: Revisiting the Summer Palace, September 2022 (Part 2)
Rediscovering Childhood Joys: Revisiting the Summer Palace, September 2022 (Part 2)
Born in the 1960s, the happiest moments of my primary and middle school years were the spring or autumn outings. Back then, we usually
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2019 Beijing Trip by Dawn Light
2019 Beijing Trip by Dawn Light
Beijing, the capital of the People's Republic of China, is China's political and cultural center. It is a world-renowned ancient capital and a world historical and cultural...
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Strolling through Xiangshan Temple
Strolling through Xiangshan Temple
Strolling through Xiangshan Temple. Beijing’s autumn is the most beautiful season—crisp air, clear skies. Seizing the fine weather, I set off impromptu.
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Savoring Beijing: Uncovering the Stories Behind the Flavors
Every city has its own flavor, mellowed by time, leaving a unique aromatic charm that lingers not just on the palate, but in the heart.
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A Museum Journey Through Beijing
A Museum Journey Through Beijing
Twenty years later, revisiting Beijing, wandering within the imperial city brought back a flood of memories—from the unchanged hutongs of Nanluoguxiang to new city landmarks like the Bird’s Nest. Beijing boasts the most World Heritage sites of any city, including the Forbidden City, the Summer Palace, the Temple of Heaven, the Great Wall, and the Ming Tombs. I’ve visited those many times before, so this time my main purpose in returning was to explore the museums.
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Autumn in Beijing: A Poetic Romance beneath Red Walls and Golden Leaves, Dazzlingly Splendid and Utterly Intoxicating
The famous writer Lao She once said, 'You must live in Beijing in autumn. I don't know what heaven looks like, but
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Beijing Travel: A Casual Record of Two Visits to Yuanmingyuan (Photos)
Beijing Travel: A Casual Record of Two Visits to Yuanmingyuan (Photos)
In my childhood memories, Beijing's Yuanmingyuan not only felt very far from my home in the city, but also because it was not open to the public all year round, I always felt it was a mysterious royal garden...
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12,000 Runners Dash as Miyun Eco-Marathon Kicks Off, Electrifying the Running Community
12,000 Runners Dash as Miyun Eco-Marathon Kicks Off, Electrifying the Running Community
On May 26 at 7:30 a.m., the Zhuzong Guoxiang 2024 Miyun Eco-Marathon fired the starting gun. It is understood that the event is organized by the Chinese Athletics...
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Beijing Travel: East of the Forbidden City, Seeking Intangible Cultural Heritage
Beijing Travel: East of the Forbidden City, Seeking Intangible Cultural Heritage
Step into Baigongfang in Dongcheng District to explore the hands-on experience of making 'Tu'er Ye' (Rabbit God figurines)
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Wild Fun Road Trip in Beijing's Suburbs: Catch the Tail End of Summer (With Scenic Spots and Driving Tips Near Beijing)
Wild Fun Road Trip in Beijing's Suburbs: Catch the Tail End of Summer (With Scenic Spots and Driving Tips Near Beijing)
2020 is destined to be unforgettable for everyone. From the start of the year, our lives were forced to change, and we were no exception. We had both quit our jobs to
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