Travel and Life in China and Europe
In the historic heart of China’s capital stands a futuristic architectural masterpiece. With its distinctive design, Beijing’s National Centre for the Performing Arts sits in an artificial lake like a glass drop of water. The National Centre for the Performing Arts – or, in Chinese, 国家大剧院 (Guójiā Dà Jùyuàn) – is an often overlooked sight … Read more
The Temple of Heaven in Beijing is a place that, like few others, connects the deep spirituality of ancient China with the vibrant, authentic daily life of today’s Beijingers. For Imperial China, this complex was the spiritual heart of the empire: as the “Son of Heaven,” the Emperor was responsible for cosmic balance. Only here, … Read more
In this article, I want to take you along to some of the best shopping experiences in Beijing. In China, this activity is called 逛街 (guàngjiē), which can be roughly translated as “strolling along the streets.” But shopping malls in Beijing are far more than just buildings filled with stores. They are architectural masterpieces, social … Read more
Have you ever wondered what it feels like to stand all alone on one of the wonders of the world? I can tell you: it is magical, and it is possible. For me, the Panlongshan Great Wall (蟠龙山长城, Pánlóngshān Chángchéng) is undisputed as the best place to experience the wild Great Wall in its most … Read more
If someone asks me which city in China is an absolute must-see, I don’t have to think twice: Beijing! I lived in this fascinating city for over three years myself. Beijing isn’t just the capital; it’s the vibrant cultural and political heart of the country. Here, you can experience the ancient Empire with a breath-taking … Read more