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Welcome to Liu York: Going with the Flow in China’s Chillest River City
How a riverside city in Guangxi has evolved from a Tang-era backwater, to a polluted industrial hub, and finally into a model of green living
National Day Escapes: 5 Offbeat Holiday Spots to Discover
Spanning the country from north to south, these five lesser-known destinations range from deserts to tropical coasts and offer (relatively) quieter alternatives to the holiday rush
When Youth Tourism Meets Village Life in Altay, Xinjiang | Photo Story
As Xinjiang’s Altay rises as a trendy escape for urban youth, a long-time resident captures life in the local villages
Borderline Addicted: How Shenzhen Became Hongkongers’ Weekend Escape Plan
Once a shoppers’ paradise, Hong Kong now watches its residents head north in search of low prices, lush parks, and luxe experiences
Mangoes, Massage, and Feasting in Mangshi, China’s Hottest Border Town
As Thailand loses appeal for Chinese travelers due to safety concerns, a laid-back Yunnan city is drawing foodies, festival-goers, and selfie-takers in search of Southeast Asian vibes within China's borders
Below the Lights: Photographer Tu Ximeng on a Changing Chongqing
Chongqing may be known as China’s cyberpunk capital, but local photographer Tu Ximeng is on a mission to capture the city’s more authentic moments—those often lost in the glowing haze of its futuristic façade
New Goal for Coal: The Struggle to Repurpose China’s Abandoned Mines
Former mines are being turned into public gardens and tourist attractions as China looks to a post-coal future, but the transition has not been smooth
Barbe-Queue Again: How Zibo Broke the Curse of Short-Lived Virality
One year after Zibo blew up online, why are tourists still pouring in?
Behind the Fame: What Makes a Viral Travel Destination?
How cities fight for tourists with social media marketing and enhanced hospitality, despite the strain visitors place on local infrastructure
How Labor Day Shaped Modern China
Discover the origin of Labor Day celebrations in China and how it became one of the country’s most important holidays
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