Writing Archives - Page 12 of 19

2023-05-31

I’ve made it to Dali, in Yunnan province. Yunnan’s a landlocked region in southwest China that borders Vietnam, Laos, and Myanmar. Because of its...

2023-05-30

For my last day in Chongqing, I toured People's Square, the Three Gorges Museum, and the Great Hall of the People. I was hoping...

2023-05-29

I visited Wulong Karst, a region about two hours outside Chongqing known for its steep cliffs, caves, and massive sinkholes. It’s a UNESCO World...

2023-05-28

I visited Ciqikou, an ancient town that was once known for its thriving porcelain production. Those days are long gone, and there’s little, if...

2023-05-27

I went on a river cruise along the Jialing River, which took us around parts of Chongqing. I managed to capture these stunning views...

2023-05-26

I arrived in Chongqing! This is the largest inland city in China, with more than twice the population of New York City. Built on...

2023-05-25

For my last day in Wuhan, I visited Yellow Crane Tower, one of the city’s most famous landmarks. This structure has existed in some...

2023-05-24

This morning, I explored East Lake in Wuhan. It’s one of the city’s main attractions and also one of the largest freshwater lakes in...

2023-05-23

Today I took the high-speed rail to Wuhan. As we traveled through the countryside, I kept watching the towns and villages flash by. A...

2023-05-22

I left Chengde this morning on a bullet train, my first time riding one in China. It was everything I imagined: efficient, organized, and...