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Eating vegetarian or vegan in China is easier than most travelers expect, but it takes a bit of know-how. Here are...

From free morning practice in city parks to multi-day retreats at Chen Village, here's how to actually learn and...

Where to shop, what to buy, how to bargain, and how to claim your tax refund — a practical shopping guide for...

A practical guide to China's most rewarding temples, monasteries, and mosques — what to see, how to behave, and the...

From the sandstone pillars of Zhangjiajie to the rainbow-striped hills of Zhangye, here are China's most striking...

China's top museums hold thousands of years of art, history, and discovery — and most are free. Here's where to go,...

From the Shanghai skyline to the world's second-tallest tower, here are China's best modern landmarks — what to see,...

From watching monks perform at Shaolin Temple to taking a tai chi class in a Beijing park, here's how foreign...

Ordering food in China without speaking Chinese is easier than most travelers expect. Here are the apps, photo-menu...

From the Great Wall to the Terracotta Army, here are the historical sites in China that actually live up to their...

Finding halal food in China is easier than most travelers expect. Here's how to spot certified restaurants, what...

Chinese food isn't one thing — it's dozens of distinct regional cuisines. Here's a practical guide to the Eight...