Beijing (once called Peking) is the capital of China, and is arguably its greatest city. It is the home to many of the country's most iconic historical monuments, its best schools, hospitals and scientific and cultural institutes. No trip to the Orient is complete without a visit to Beijing. Visit an endless list of tourist spots, try out an amazing variety of exotic dishes and experience an ancient culture full of spirituality and mystery...
The Chinese New Year is a widely celebrated annual event amongst the varied Chinese communities spread across much of Asia. The event usually falls in January or February based on the Chinese Lunar Calendar. Bangkok has a significant population of Chinese and Chinese descendants. Although the Chinese New Year is not an official holiday, most of the country assumes a festive atmosphere and it is an event celebrated by all...
Xiaomeisha Sea World is an ocean park located in the Xiaomeisha Scenic Area, along the Golden Coastline of Shenzhen, China. Sprawling over forty nine acres of land, the complex is the largest of its kind in Shenzhen city, and is the most popular marine theme park in China. It consists of several aquariums and museums, two gardens (Poseidon Garden and Ocean Garden) and an island (Turtle Island)...
The Thean Hou Temple is one of the most visited sacred places in Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia. The iconic six tiered temple is styled after traditional Chinese temples and features impressive roofs, massive pillars and is decorated by fine, intricate carvings. It is among the biggest Chinese temples in the region, occupying an area of 1...
Jakarta is located on the Indonesian island of Java. Not only is it the capital of Indonesia, it is also the largest city in the country. While it may not be able to compete with the nightlife found in some of Indonesia's more popular resort islands, the city boasts an active and energetic night scene...
One of the most interesting times to visit China is during the Chinese New Year Festival or the Spring Festival. The festivities last for a number of days starting from the first lunar month’s first day which falls on January 22 in 2012 and go on till February 2nd which is the day of the Lantern Festival...
Spread out across an impressive 378 sq. miles the Yala National Park is not only the country’s second most expansive national park but also the island’s most popular nature reserve. Declared a wildlife sanctuary at the beginning of 1900 the venue also enjoys the rare privilege of being one of the island’s first national parks as well...
Probably the most important and grandly celebrated event in Chinese culture is the dawning of the New Year. According to Chinese culture, the New Year is celebrated for 15 days with various cultural proceedings, religious rituals and modern festivities, making it a grand and vibrant affair. China, the country which no doubt celebrates the dawning of the New Year on a grander a scale than any other nation, is the best place to be during the occasion...
Summary The Chinese New Year is one of the most important dates in Chinese culture. Hong Kong is a state that celebrates the Chinese New Year on a grand scale, and has many exciting and traditional events and festivals during the New Year celebrations. Content The dawn of the Chinese New Year is one of the most significant dates in Chinese culture...
Golf is one of the most sophisticated sports in the world requiring immense skill and dedication. This prestigious sport has become one of the most popular and expensive sports in the world, and has thus created its own industry of equipment and golfing gear. In China, golf is gaining popularity to a great extent, with the sport gradually spreading to all corners of the nation...
