Northern China
With the country’s capital of Beijing located in the North, much of China’s historical, as well as current culture, radiates outwards from here. In addition to Beijing, China’s first unified capital during the Qin Dynasty (221 BC to 206 BC) also came out of the North. Less than an hour away from Beijing on rapid transit is the economical powerhouse of Tianjin, filled with early 20th century European architecture. The Northeast, or “Dongbei,” is known for its ice festival and scense of winter serenity. Off the coast of Shandong are the mystical islands of Penglai, once believed to be the home of the infamous elixir of life. Explore the grasslands of Inner Mongolia, or the autonomous region of the Hui ethnic minority in Ningxia. The north is also where China’s greatest testament to architecture lies, the Great Wall. Spanning all the way from western Gansu province to the see in the East, the Great Wall is spread out in segments and covers history throughout the centuries. China Reflection will be expanding and adding more tours soon for all those wishing to brave the North, in places both great and small.
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| 3 | “Civilation and Sin” - A Trip to Langfang | In between Beijing and Tianjin is the city of Langfang. Although this city lies roughly equidistant from the two powerhouses, it manages to still feel worlds apart and provides a good getaway to a place that doesn’t receive many tourists from abroad. Whether you are walking along China’s longest pedestrian street, or along the university district’s “avenue of civilization,” Langfang has its own charm to share with visitors. | Details |