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JUST 15 kilometres northwest of Beijing’s frenetic city centre, nestled among rolling hills and serene lakes, lies a sanctuary that offers a glimpse into the splendour of imperial China. A Unesco World Heritage site, the Summer Palace, known as Yihe Yuan, is a sprawling landscape of exquisite gardens, glittering pavilions, and scenic walkways, which have inspired poets, artists, and emperors alike for centuries.

IN the mountainous southwest of China, Guizhou Province quietly stands apart from the bustling coastal regions, a hidden treasure rich in culture and beauty. To overlook Guizhou is to miss one of China’s most vibrant landscapes, where time appears to linger and age-old traditions are lovingly preserved.

IF you’ve ever wondered where to explore in China that entails going beyond the attractions in Beijing and Shanghai, Liaoning might just be your answer.

THERE are places in this world where history doesn’t just whisper through the walls; it roars. In Beijing, two landmarks stand as eternal witnesses to the rise and fall of empires, the resilience of people, and the tides of revolution — Tiananmen Square and the Great Wall of China.

CHAOYANG district, located in the northeastern part of China’s capital Beijing, is rapidly emerging as a vibrant epicentre for the city’s younger generation. As urban landscapes worldwide evolve to cater to the needs and desires of the youth, Chaoyang, one of the city’s most prominent and rapidly transforming districts, stands out as a prime example.