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Kulangsu: A Remarkable Fusion

Once an international settlement, Kulangsu is a car-free tropical island with colonial mansions that blend Minnan and Western architecture.

Tsingpu Tulou is a thoughtful resort that combines the aesthetic of traditional Fujian earthen houses with modern comforts.

Nestled in the lush valleys of southwestern Fujian, tulou (土楼) are Hakka earthen houses distinctive in their architecture and function.

With a 600-plus-year history, the villages of southern Anhui (安徽) offer a glimpse into a traditional way of life that gradually disappeared.

The granite peaks of Huangshan (黄山) give the impression of a traditional black ink painting, inspiring painters and poets for centuries.

The land of Sichuan boasts some overwhelming man-made beauties in which human elements have been skillfully integrated with nature.

The valley of Jiuzhaigou is famous for its breathtaking landscape, with crystal clear lakes, lush green forests, and snowed-capped mountains.

Lantau Island seems like a different world to Hong Kong Center. The urban jungle’s madness is replaced by the calm of lush mountains.

Bright and colorful, Hong Kong has never failed to impress first-time visitors. Each color represents an aspect of this bustling city.