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    Getting around Xi’an: Understanding the public transport

    25 Jul 2017
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    Like many other Chinese cities, Xi’an’s public transport network is affordable, clean and efficient, making it an excellent way to get around the city. Xi’an has a relatively small Metro system compared to the capital, currently consisting of just three lines. The Metro is...
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    Buddhism, Christianity and Islam: Exploring Xi’an’s Multi-faith Makeup

    18 Jul 2017
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      As an important city at the eastern end of the Silk Road routes, Xi’an has been exposed to many different cultures and religions, and as such has a long history of diversity and multi-faith citizens. Even today, Buddhism, Christianity, and Islam are well represented in the...
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    Beyond the Terracotta Army: Things to Do in Xi’an

    11 Jul 2017
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    Known abroad for the impressive Terracotta Army just outside of the city, Xi’an has an important place in Chinese history as the capital of multiple feudal dynasties through the nation’s long history. There are plenty of reasons to come to Xi’an other than to see the Terracotta...
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    The fascinating history of the Terracotta Army in Xi’an

    04 Jul 2017
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    Even if you’ve never heard of the great city of Xi’an, you likely still know that the Terracotta Army is one of China’s most impressive sights. Situated around 30km northeast of Xi’an proper, the modern complex of vaults and accompanying museum that house the Terracotta Army is a...
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    Shanghai’s nightlife highlights

    27 Jun 2017
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    Known since the 1930s as a hotbed of decadent, exciting, controversial and happening late-night hedonism, Shanghai has not forgotten how to party in the intervening decades. There are hundreds of clubs in this enormous city, so how do you know where to start? Here’s a quick...
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    Shanghai: Superlative City

    20 Jun 2017
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    Shanghai certainly doesn’t do things small. Though it’s not the capital of China, it’s still home to several of the world’s biggest, fastest, tallest or longest sights, attractions or curiosities, there’s always something that trumps everything else of its kind to be seen or...
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    Getting around Shanghai: Understanding the public transport

    13 Jun 2017
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    As the largest city in China, getting around Shanghai by public transport is going to be a necessity. Often faster than taking a taxi, and significantly cheaper, the system can be confusing at first, but once you take the time to understand it, it’s quite straightforward. Metro...
    Yu Garden

    Calm places to escape the madness of Shanghai

    06 Jun 2017
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    As the most heavily populated city in China, Shanghai doesn’t exactly have a reputation as a calm, relaxed city. With over 24 million people living there, it makes for an exciting, fast-paced place to visit and has countless things to do and see, museums to visit, great...
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    The best places to eat in Central Hong Kong

    30 May 2017
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    Hong Kong has a reputation as a foodie’s paradise, and for good reason. With thousands of excellent restaurants to choose from specialising in most of the world’s variety of cuisine, there are plenty of excellent options, especially in Central. Knowing which ones to visit during...

    Getting around Hong Kong: Understanding the public transport

    23 May 2017
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    Using the public transport in the metropolis of Hong Kong is an experience in itself. With old-world trams and ferries, offering sweeping panoramic views, as well as super modern and slick underground trains, the public transport of the Pearl of the Orient is like a microcosm of...
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