Nestled in southwest China, Yunnan province captivates the traveler with breathtaking views and landscapes punctuated with mountainous terrain, uncommon wildlife and remarkable architectural masterpieces. Join Explorient on a journey to ancient lands, “Lost Horizons” and nature’s enchanting beauty! Yunnan is indeed the most mountainous province of China, and incredibly, the most biodiverse. Bordered by Laos, …
When embarking on a trip to a place like China, it can be exciting and enthralling all at once. The new experiences you’re sure to have, the foods you’re intending to eat and the new culture you’re going to get a look at can all get your excitement level reaching new heights, but there are …
Up until the late 1930’s, Tibet was a mythical land that no one was quite sure even existed! Indeed, many Western explorers thought that the whispering of a land called ‘Tibet’ from Chinese and Indian traders at the time could well refer to the mythical kingdom of Shangri-La: A Utopian kingdom hidden somewhere within the …
The Great Wall of China and Forbidden City in Beijing, the Terra Cotta warriors in Xian, the stunning skyline of mega cities like Shanghai are all synonymous, big star attractions associated with China. But for those inspired by Earth’s natural beauty and wildlife, China is blessed with a plethora of amazing sites that stretches the imagination. Here …
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For travelers visiting China for the first time, the most likely attractions to visit, and justifiably so, would be the more well-known places like the Great Wall of China or the Forbidden City in Beijing, Terra Cotta Warriors in Xian, or perhaps to see the mega metropolis city of Shanghai. Others may venture out a …
It’s no secret that in the furthest corners of the world where waters run wild and forests are left to grow freely that groups of people live alongside nature in perfect amicable harmony. Tribal peoples across the world have always been a keen point of interest for those outside the tribes, conjuring up curiosity of …
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Virtually unknown to the foreign tourist, Wuzhen is as a gem of a destination as any for those looking for a unique experience outside the bright lights and big cities of China. Up until very recently, little information can be found on Wuzhen. Yes, even on the Internet. Perhaps it was a deliberate attempt to …
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Just like how India had huge cultural influences on South-East Asia, the dynasties that ruled over much of what is modern day China had a similar impact on East Asian countries such as Vietnam, Korea and Japan. Within the territory of what marks modern-day China today was a long line of dynastical rulers whose power …
