A journey through articles to explore China in depth

There are three principal religions in China: Taoism, Buddhism, and ancestor worship. The latter is linked to Confucianism, which dominates the country. It's not always easy to understand the difference but I'm going to try to explain them simply.

Opera, martial arts, crafts, gastronomy, the art of tea... Chinese culture has lots of things to offer the sophisticated visitor. What could be nicer than strolling around the towns, admiring the architecture, taking time to try a local specialty, or trying Tai Chi.

Some people won't touch anything "made in China", whereas others swear by the unbeatable prices. Yes, but once you are in China it's no longer the same question. Because we all want to bring something back from our travels, whether its a bauble, a local specialty, or souvenirs for our friends and family. 

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It's not always easy to get used to foreign systems when you are used to the U.S. Postal Service. But generally speaking, sending a letter or a package from China is simple and not too painful. The only downside is that delivery can take some time and is not always reliable!

Zhangjiajie park, which is also called Wulingyuan, covers part of the Wuling mountains. Marvel over the walk beside the Jian Bian Xi river and discover the superb site of Shen Tang Wan.

China presents such a variety of landscapes that I'd find it difficult to talk about the different aspects of its geography. With over 5,000 kilometers separating its borders, there are a number of different environments for its inhabitants to experience without leaving the country. In the east, there are mainly fertile plains, mountains, and the coast. In the west, rolling plateaux, mountains, deserts and steppes. 

In the city of Xi’an , in north-western China, visitors will be enthused by the archeological treasures. These inconceivable statues were buried here eons ago. They make Xi'an into an essential destination that you absolutely must see during any trip to the region! 

Truly an embodiment of their era, temples show us the customs of the populace over the centuries and enable us to understand how society was organized, what people believed, and how they lived.

Shanghai won't leave you indifferent: the skyscrapers of The Bund, and the bustle of Nanking Road are evidence of how dynamic the city is. But you can also see its Chinese soul when you walk through the paved squares and Lilong - the narrow paved alleys that are typical of the city. And, of course, Shanghai is a city renowned for its food: a feast for the taste buds.