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A tall, multi-story, weathered concrete watchtower with numerous small, red-shuttered windows stands in a bright green rice paddy field under a blue sky with white clouds. The tower has a distinct architectural style with balconies and a decorative roof. Trees and other less prominent structures are visible in the background.

Guangdong's Watchtowers: A Practical Guide to the Kaiping Diaolou

Stepping into the lush, subtropical countryside of Guangdong Province feels like entering a different era, especially when the skyline is [...]

A deep, narrow canyon with towering, green-vegetated limestone cliffs. A winding wooden walkway with traditional-style roofs is built into the right cliff face. A rocky riverbed with a muddy stream runs through the bottom of the gorge. Distant mountains are shrouded in mist under a cloudy sky.

Beyond the Mainstream: 7 Best Value Hidden Gems in China for Budget Travelers

If you stick to the "Golden Triangle" of Beijing, Shanghai, and Xi'an, your travel budget will evaporate faster than steam [...]