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Jiaohe Ancient City is the world’s only city built entirely from earthen materials and also the most well-preserved urban ruins in China spanning over two thousand years. The highest military and political institution of the Tang Dynasty in the Western Regions, the Anxi Protectorate, was first established here. It was listed as a Major Historical and Cultural Site Protected at the National Level in 1961. In Uyghur, it is called Yarghol Khoja,…
Turpan Grape Valley
The renowned "Cool World" of the Fire Prefecture—Grape Valley—is located in the Flaming Mountains canyon, 13 kilometers northeast of Turpan City. This valley is a relatively shallow erosion valley, stretching 8 kilometers from north to south and about 0.5 kilometers wide from east to west, with the widest point reaching up to 2 kilometers. A small stream runs through it, and springs occasionally bubble out from crevices along the valley walls.
Gadashan Hanging Temple
Gadashan Hanging Temple Year: Ming. In 2019, Gadashan Hanging Temple was designated as part of the ninth batch of Provincial Cultural Heritage Protection Units by the People’s Government of Sichuan Province. …
The Zengda Pass Watchtower
The Zengda Pass Watchtower is located on both banks of the Jinchuan River at the junction of Mabang Township and Zengda Township in the county. It has a wooden and stone structure and is a four-sided conical watchtower. The eastern watchtower is situated on the mountainside at the confluence of Zengda Gully and the Jinchuan River on the east bank, 30 meters above the river surface. The tower is 28 meters high, with each side of the base measuring 3 meters and each stone wall being 0.9 meters thick. The western watchtower is located on the mountainside on the west bank of the Jinchuan River,
Norbulingka
"Norbulingka" means "Jewel Garden" in Tibetan. It served as the summer palace of the Dalai Lamas (with the Potala Palace being the winter palace) and is often referred to as the "Summer Palace of Lhasa." Norbulingka is a national key cultural relics protection unit, located in the western suburbs of Lhasa, Tibet. Construction began in the 1740s (during the reign of the 7th Dalai Lama) and it has been the summer residence of successive Dalai Lamas.
Amubake Enclosure
Located within Xiwai Town, 15 kilometers south of Yitong County, over 380 years ago, this area enjoyed a mild climate, abundant rainfall, lush forests, and was home to a large population of wildlife including wolves, sables, black bears, roe deer, foxes, and Siberian tigers. This natural zoo was one of the famous Shengjing Enclosures — the Amubake Enclosure. Xiwai Town
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Shaoxing's "Grandpa Gourd" hangs the gourds back up: "If there are too many people, we'll interact less — just take a quick look from afar"
The Shaoxing "Grandpa Gourd," who personally cut down the gourds six days ago, has once again hung those seven gourds back on his balcony. The simple statement, "If there are too many people, we'll reduce interactions," speaks volumes about the elderly man’s resignation to the noise and also reveals a gentle understanding. On September 11, 75-year-old Chen Jin’ao rehung the seven gourds on his balcony overlooking the water.
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Chinese authorities announce "reciprocal adjustment" to Japan visa fees — single-entry visa jumps from 2,250 to 16,750 yen!
On September 11, the Chinese Embassy in Japan issued the "Notice on Adjusting Visa Fees for Japan": Starting from September 14, 2026, the visa application fees for Japanese citizens applying for Chinese visas will be raised across the board. The most eye-catching figure in the announcement is that 16,750 — the fee for a single-entry visa has leapt directly from 2,250 yen to...
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Introduction to Brazilian Coffee Varieties: Yellow Bourbon, Caturra, Catuaí, Mundo Novo, and Maragogipe
In 1727, coffee was introduced to Brazil from Guyana, after which large-scale coffee cultivation began in the country. To better study the coffee crop, IAC (the Campinas Agronomic Institute) was established in the state of São Paulo in 1874. This organization specializes in the preservation of various plants and species, including coffee.
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What does coffee flowering signify in the coffee growth cycle?
As an agricultural crop, coffee is typically harvested once a year in most regions, though some producing countries may have two harvests annually. When coffee trees bloom, farmers can begin to estimate the potential yield for the season—more flowers generally mean more coffee cherries. The timing of flowering varies globally depending on climate, but timely rainfall is crucial for the coffee tree's seasonal development.
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Consumers might never have imagined that so-called "health stones" could turn into "deadly stones"?! Recently, while monitoring an inbound flight, Dalian Zhoushuizi Airport Customs under Dalian Customs discovered an item with severely excessive radiation levels. According to a report on the WeChat public account of the General Administration of Customs on October 22: an inbound traveler was passing through the customs checkpoint when...
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On October 23, multiple netizens reported that Shenzhen Airport experienced widespread flight delays, with numerous flights being diverted or postponed. According to these reports, over 30 flights were diverted, most of them landing in Guangzhou and Zhuhai, while more than 70 flights were delayed. Flight data from Umetrip showed that on the evening of that day, flights at Shenzhen Bao'an International...
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“They only said it cost money after I opened the box and washed it!” 200g of grapes sold for 60 yuan on a high-speed train—12306 responds!
On October 20, a woman complained about 200g of grapes being sold for 60 yuan on a high-speed train, with the related topic trending and drawing widespread attention. According to a previous report by Jimu News, on October 15, Ms. Zhao, who was traveling with her 2-year-old son on the G3584 train from Nanning to Chengdu, purchased a ticket priced at nearly 1,900 yuan.
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Can't buy an airline ticket? Denied exit? Blocked from boarding? A large number of Chinese tourists have mysteriously become "discredited individuals"
Recently, news that "Chinese tourists with passport numbers starting with EL were mysteriously listed as discredited individuals" has caused an uproar among those planning to go abroad. According to a previous report by News Fang, a Ms. Chen shared her recent personal experience: she applied for and received a new passport on September 5, which starts with EL. Subsequently, she booked a flight for September 24
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Introduction to the Kilimanjaro Coffee Region in Tanzania
Tanzania is located in the Southern Hemisphere and borders other coffee-producing countries such as Kenya, Rwanda, and Burundi. Coffee was introduced to Tanzania from Ethiopia in the 16th century and became a cash crop during the German colonial period. Locals refer to coffee as kahawa. The main coffee production season runs from June to August each year.
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Shaoxing's "Grandpa Gourd" hangs the gourds back up: "If there are too many people, we'll interact less — just take a quick look from afar"
The Shaoxing "Grandpa Gourd," who personally cut down the gourds six days ago, has once again hung those seven gourds back on his balcony. The simple statement, "If there are too many people, we'll reduce interactions," speaks volumes about the elderly man’s resignation to the noise and also reveals a gentle understanding. On September 11, 75-year-old Chen Jin’ao rehung the seven gourds on his balcony overlooking the water.
Chinese authorities announce "reciprocal adjustment" to Japan visa fees — single-entry visa jumps from 2,250 to 16,750 yen!
On September 11, the Chinese Embassy in Japan issued the "Notice on Adjusting Visa Fees for Japan": Starting from September 14, 2026, the visa application fees for Japanese citizens applying for Chinese visas will be raised across the board. The most eye-catching figure in the announcement is that 16,750 — the fee for a single-entry visa has leapt directly from 2,250 yen to...
The "health stones" carried by a traveler were found to have radiation levels exceeding safety limits by a thousand times, potentially endangering fellow passengers on the same flight. Customs issues warning!
Consumers might never have imagined that so-called "health stones" could turn into "deadly stones"?! Recently, while monitoring an inbound flight, Dalian Zhoushuizi Airport Customs under Dalian Customs discovered an item with severely excessive radiation levels. According to a report on the WeChat public account of the General Administration of Customs on October 22: an inbound traveler was passing through the customs checkpoint when...
Shenzhen Airport Issues Late-Night Notice: Unidentified Aerial Object Detected, Causing Widespread Flight Delays!
On October 23, multiple netizens reported that Shenzhen Airport experienced widespread flight delays, with numerous flights being diverted or postponed. According to these reports, over 30 flights were diverted, most of them landing in Guangzhou and Zhuhai, while more than 70 flights were delayed. Flight data from Umetrip showed that on the evening of that day, flights at Shenzhen Bao'an International...
“They only said it cost money after I opened the box and washed it!” 200g of grapes sold for 60 yuan on a high-speed train—12306 responds!
On October 20, a woman complained about 200g of grapes being sold for 60 yuan on a high-speed train, with the related topic trending and drawing widespread attention. According to a previous report by Jimu News, on October 15, Ms. Zhao, who was traveling with her 2-year-old son on the G3584 train from Nanning to Chengdu, purchased a ticket priced at nearly 1,900 yuan.
Can't buy an airline ticket? Denied exit? Blocked from boarding? A large number of Chinese tourists have mysteriously become "discredited individuals"
Recently, news that "Chinese tourists with passport numbers starting with EL were mysteriously listed as discredited individuals" has caused an uproar among those planning to go abroad. According to a previous report by News Fang, a Ms. Chen shared her recent personal experience: she applied for and received a new passport on September 5, which starts with EL. Subsequently, she booked a flight for September 24
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A Big PK of the World’s Six Disneylands: Ticket Price Guide, Exclusive Attractions, Must-Buy Merchandise, and On-Site Hotel List
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The ultimate guide to Hong Kong Disneyland: Top 10 must-do attractions, transportation, and tickets — just follow this guide and you’re all set!
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Recommended Attractions in Alishan, Taiwan | Travel Guide | The Ultimate Summer Retreat | Alishan Location
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Top 8 Attractions in Melbourne, Australia: Phillip Island, Chocolate Factory, Maze Garden & More
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Ring in 2020!A Compilation of January’s Unique Events Across Taiwan
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A super detailed one-day hiking guide summary for the White River Canyon for seasoned hikers. Can you camp in Beijing’s White River Canyon?
The White River Canyon, along with the Yongding River Canyon and the Juma River Canyon, is known as one of the “Three Great Canyons of the Capital.” It is a natural canyon that has retained its pristine landscape exceptionally well. Renowned for its breathtaking scenery, it is hailed as the “Hundred-Mile Gallery” and is also an excellent destination for hikers looking to explore trekking routes in the outskirts of Beijing. Veteran hiker @Bailixi has made numerous trips to the White River.
A young man from Jinan, Wang Xingguo, hiked the Sichuan-Tibet Highway on foot and hitchhiked for 15 days with just 4,000 yuan
There is a best-selling book called "Hitchhiking to Berlin," in which the protagonist's story of traveling on foot and by hitchhiking to reach Berlin once captivated many young people. Recently, Wang Xingguo, a 20-year-old from Jinan, hiked the Sichuan-Tibet Highway, sleeping on roadsides and hitchhiking along the way, and arrived at the Potala Palace in Lhasa after 15 days. He set off on the Sichuan-Tibet Highway with just 4,000 yuan.
Parking Guide for Self-Drive Tours to Scenic Spots in Yunnan
Self-Drive Parking Guide for Yunnan: Free Parking Available at Multiple Locations During Golden Week in Lijiang NO.1 Largest Parking Lot – Jiufeng Mountain Scenic Area The large parking lot at the scenic area has 1,600 available spaces, and there is also a small parking lot within the scenic area that can accommodate 100 vehicles. In addition, temples located in the middle of Jiufeng Mountain and nearby farmhouse inns...
2017 China Hot Air Balloon Club League "Lanzhou Bank Cup" Opens Its Second Consecutive Anning Station
On July 28, the 2017 China Hot Air Balloon Club League "Lanzhou Bank Cup" Lanzhou·Anning Station officially kicked off under the theme of "Soaring Over the Yellow River · Enjoying Anning." This marks the first time the event has been held in Lanzhou, Gansu, and also the first time it has taken place in an urban area. ...
A man trapped under a 100-meter-deep cliff on Guangzhou’s Baiyun Mountain was examined by doctors who said he had not eaten for seven days
The Jupiter Outdoor Theme Shopping Mall covers a construction area of 18,000 square meters, consisting of an underground level and four above-ground floors. It mainly sells outdoor products and popular outdoor-related merchandise, and will also feature a small outdoor cinema, an outdoor experience zone, a product repair center, specialty dining options, and spaces suitable for hosting salons
The Opening Ceremony of the 4th Yueyang Xiangyin Rural Tourism Festival & Zhangshu Port Chili Festival
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Introduction to Brazilian Coffee Varieties: Yellow Bourbon, Caturra, Catuaí, Mundo Novo, and Maragogipe
In 1727, coffee was introduced to Brazil from Guyana, after which large-scale coffee cultivation began in the country. To better study the coffee crop, IAC (the Campinas Agronomic Institute) was established in the state of São Paulo in 1874. This organization specializes in the preservation of various plants and species, including coffee.
What does coffee flowering signify in the coffee growth cycle?
As an agricultural crop, coffee is typically harvested once a year in most regions, though some producing countries may have two harvests annually. When coffee trees bloom, farmers can begin to estimate the potential yield for the season—more flowers generally mean more coffee cherries. The timing of flowering varies globally depending on climate, but timely rainfall is crucial for the coffee tree's seasonal development.
Introduction to the Kilimanjaro Coffee Region in Tanzania
Tanzania is located in the Southern Hemisphere and borders other coffee-producing countries such as Kenya, Rwanda, and Burundi. Coffee was introduced to Tanzania from Ethiopia in the 16th century and became a cash crop during the German colonial period. Locals refer to coffee as kahawa. The main coffee production season runs from June to August each year.
What variety is Typica Mejorado? An introduction to the rare bean variety and the origins of the improved Typica
When people mention Yellow Bourbon, Brazil might come to mind first; when SL24 and SL34 are brought up, Kenya often springs to mind; whereas Sidra and Typica Mejorado are signature coffee bean varieties from the lesser-known coffee-producing country — Ecuador. In Spanish
Should you choose the Blue Label, Green Label, or Red Label Geisha? A detailed breakdown of the plots and grading system of the Geisha coffee at Panama’s Hacienda La Esmeralda
Panama’s Hacienda La Esmeralda is the discoverer of Geisha coffee. Without that small step of isolating the variety back then, there might not have been the global Geisha coffee trend over the past 20-plus years. As an iconic brand for experiencing the flavors of Geisha coffee, how exactly do the plots, grading, auctions, and batches of Hacienda La Esmeralda’s Geisha coffee differ from one another?
Among coffee bean origins, what is a plantation? What is a cooperative? What is a processing mill?
Single-origin coffee beans refer to coffee beans that come from a single place of origin. From a cup of coffee, we aim to taste the flavors unique to that region — for example, Mandheling has the taste of Mandheling, Yirgacheffe has the taste of Yirgacheffe, and there are clear differences between beans from different origins. But here, let’s first explain what we mean by "origin." The concept of origin also...
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