China's holiday travel market is expected to surge, with both trips and spending projected to reach new highs, according to the online travel agency Trip.com Group.
From the fiery passion of Sichuan and Hunan to the delicate elegance of Jiangsu and Zhejiang; from the pristine freshness of Guangdong and Fujian to the hearty depth of Anhui and Shandong – eight distinct culinary traditions unfold like a vibrant landscape on your palate.
After years of restoration, Baiyangdian Lake in Anxin county, part of the Xiong'an New Area in Hebei province, has regained its historical beauty, with over 360 square kilometers of interconnected lakes now teeming with life.
Once cooked on the bows of boats with little more than salt and flame, Baiyangdian's fish feast still carries the spirit of a life lived on the water.
Advanced technology brings convenience and awe to a young city outside Beijing.
For veteran artist Zhou Shaohua, now 96, the Yangtze River has been a defining presence throughout his decades-long career.