The idyllic countryside in Qingtian county, near Wenzhou in Zhejiang province. DJ CLARK/CHINA DAILY
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Oyster shells\’ voyage from Africa\’s east coast to China
Quanzhou Port, also known as Citong Port in ancient times, was recognized as the largest harbor in the East during the Song and Yuan dynasties (960-1368) due to its convenient maritime routes and thri
Ancient Fujian-style shipbuilding techniques gain global recognition
Fuchuan, or Fujian-style ships, are ocean-going wooden boats built in southeast China\’s Fujian province. They feature a deep keel and wide upper structure, making them ideal for long-distance voyages.
Fresh strawberries go global from northeast Chinese city
SHENYANG, Jan. 20 (Xinhua) — At the break of dawn, amid a bone-chilling temperature in Donggang in northeast China\’s Liaoning Province, workers were busy picking red and ripe strawberries hidden unde
Beijing to build world-class, integrated Great Wall scenic area
BEIJING, Jan. 16 (Xinhua) — Beijing\’s Yanqing District plans to build a comprehensive, world-class scenic area centered around the Badaling Great Wall UNESCO World Heritage Site, integrating surround
Two eastern Chinese provinces raise mimimum wage by 9 pct
HANGZHOU, Jan. 16 (Xinhua) — The eastern Chinese booming provinces of Zhejiang and Jiangsu have raised the minimum wage by around 9.2 percent starting this month to help attract workers and offset ri
Train tickets go on sale for 2024 Spring Festival travel rush
BEIJING, Jan. 12 (Xinhua) — Train tickets for China\’s upcoming Spring Festival travel rush went on sale on Friday, according to the country\’s railway operator.
The travel rush, usually a period of hi
Across China: Stagnant lake undergoes ecological revival in arid northwest
YINCHUAN, Jan. 6 (Xinhua) — At first glance, Xinghai Lake seems an unlikely sight in the arid northwest of China, boasting vast areas of water, beaches, swamps and meadows, and inhabited by a large v
Neil Taylor: Understanding China through tourism
Even in his 70s, Neil Taylor’s love and dedication to the tourism industry remain strong. He believes that tourism is crucial for discussing the relationships between different people and cultures. Ta
China drops health declaration requirements for cross-border travelers
BEIJING, Oct. 31 (Xinhua) — China\’s customs authorities on Tuesday announced the cessation of mandatory health declaration requirements for both inbound and outbound travelers.
Starting from Nov. 1,