Shanghai - the paradigm of Chinese modernity In short: China's most international metropolis boasts an impressive number of colonial-era buildings, neighborhoods reminiscent of Chinese villages, and state-of-the-art modern constructions. Shanghai, with more than 18...

Pingyao, the city where time stopped In short: A fully preserved Qing dynasty-style city, with some older buildings, surrounded by a complete city wall, and interesting temples in its neighborhood. Pingyao is one of the best-preserved cities in northern China,...