Authentic China Travel, Designed For You | LanternGlow Guide
Tired of generic tours? Explore China's hidden gems and rich culture on a trip designed just for you.
Authentic China Travel, Designed For You | LanternGlow Guide
Tired of generic tours? Explore China's hidden gems and rich culture on a trip designed just for you.
Personal accounts of visiting China’s most iconic destinations. From the awe-inspiring Great Wall to the mystical Forbidden City, discover what it’s really like to experience these legendary places through the eyes of fellow travelers.
Discover the Hidden Paradise: Your Ultimate Qingcheng Back Mountain Experience Escape the crowds and immerse yourself in authentic Chinese mountain culture – Qingcheng Back Mountain offers international visitors what front mountain tourism often lacks: genuine tranquility, pristine nature, and an affordable adventure that locals cherish. While most foreign tourists flock to the commercialized front mountain, savvy […]
Discover China’s most sacred Taoist mountain where ancient philosophy meets pristine nature in perfect harmony. Mount Qingcheng Front Mountain offers international visitors an authentic spiritual journey through the birthplace of Taoism, featuring centuries-old temples, mystical mountain paths, and the legendary tranquility that earned it the poetic name “Qingcheng Tianxia You” (青城天下幽) – “The Most Serene […]
Discover the world’s most ingenious ancient water management system that has been controlling floods and irrigating farmlands for over 2,000 years without a single dam. The Dujiangyan Irrigation System, built around 256 BCE by the visionary engineer Li Bing and his son, represents one of humanity’s greatest triumphs in harmonious environmental engineering—transforming the turbulent Minjiang […]
Early Morning Arrival: First Impressions The morning mist still clung to Chengdu’s streets as I made my way to the Giant Panda Research Base, arriving just after the 8:00 AM opening time. This early start proved to be one of my best travel decisions – the pandas are most active during these cooler morning hours, […]
Shanghai, China’s most cosmopolitan city, seamlessly blends ancient traditions with cutting-edge modernity, creating a unique fusion of East and West that captivates every visitor. This vibrant metropolis offers an extraordinary journey through time, where colonial architecture stands alongside gleaming skyscrapers, and traditional tea houses neighbor trendy rooftop bars. Must-Visit Attractions: Shanghai’s Iconic Landmarks The Bund […]
Lama Temple stands as one of Beijing’s most extraordinary religious sites—a rare imperial Tibetan Buddhist monastery belonging to the Gelug school (known as the “Yellow Hat” sect) right in the heart of the capital. A Palace That Became a Temple What makes this temple truly remarkable is its fascinating imperial origins: Originally: The luxurious residential […]
Beijing has been the city of my dreams since I was a child, a place I’ve always longed to visit and explore. During my university years in Tianjin, I made it a tradition to visit Beijing during almost every short holiday. I even spent Christmas in Beijing! Over the years, I’ve checked off nearly every […]
Discover the crown jewel of Chinese imperial gardens – where centuries of royal heritage, architectural mastery, and natural beauty converge in perfect harmony World Heritage Recognition UNESCO World Heritage Site: Beijing Imperial Gardens – Summer Palace Prestigious Designations: Historical Overview The Summer Palace (颐和园) stands as the pinnacle of Chinese imperial garden design, representing over […]
Experience the architectural marvel where ancient Chinese astronomy, acoustics, and imperial spirituality converge Introduction The Temple of Heaven has always been a unique and unmissable presence among Beijing’s many attractions. Here, the integrated essence of architecture, astronomy, and acoustics creates a profound allure that captivates countless visitors. Those who visit are invariably shocked and amazed […]