China Cities: Where To Go And What It Takes — page 2 of 4

Practical city guides from the ground: arrival routes, realistic daily budgets, how many days, and the mistakes visitors keep repeating.. Page 2 of 4, continuing with Lijiang, Suzhou, Changsha, Dali..

Everything listed here covers Lijiang, Suzhou, Changsha, Dali, Datong, Fenghuang Old Town, Guangzhou, Huangshan, Huzhou, Jinan, Jingzhou, Jiujiang. Each entry carries its own verified date, so you can see at a glance how recent it is.

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Tiled rooftops packed together in the old town of Lijiang

Lijiang: Altitude, Snow Mountain And Canal Streets

Sleep in Shuhe rather than the main old town, and give the altitude a day.

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A moon gate and rockery in a classical garden in Suzhou

Suzhou: The Gardens, The Canals And Two Days That Work

Three gardens, one museum, and the lanes between them on foot.

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Changsha: A Spicy Journey Through Hunan's Heartland

Eat, sleep, repeat. How to navigate Changsha’s food, metro, and mountains without getting lost in the heat.

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Dali: Living One Slow Week Beside Erhai Lake

Skip the village-hopping madness. I explain how to live beside Erhai for a week, from wind-proof cycling to cable car choices.

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Datong: The Northern Wei Caves And The Temple On A Cliff

A 3-day Datong itinerary. Order matters for the cliffs. Winter gear is non-negotiable. Eat the noodles.

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Fenghuang Old Town: Tuo River, Miao Silver And The Crowds

Navigate Fenghuang's crowds, transport, and ticketing for a better visit.

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Guangzhou: Dim Sum, Riverfront And The 72-Hour Transit Stop

Guangzhou travel guide covering dim sum etiquette, 48-72 hour transit stops, Old City vs Tianhe, and weather tips for first-time v

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Huangshan: Sleeping On The Mountain Versus Sleeping In Tangkou

Huangshan logistics guide. Compare sleeping on the mountain vs Tangkou. Includes shuttle info, cable routes, and Ancestral village

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Huzhou: A Silk Town on Taihu Lake

Silk, lakes, and bamboo. How to navigate Huzhou's trains and ancient towns without the stress.

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Jinan: The Spring City People Only Use As A Transfer

Jinan is more than a transfer stop. Visit the springs, eat Bazirou, and avoid the wrong railway station.

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Jingzhou: Exploring the Ancient City Wall and Chu-state Legacy

Explore Jingzhou's wall and Chu heritage. Step-by-step guide for arrival, wall touring, and eating local fish balls.

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Jiujiang: Base for Lushan Mountain Adventures

Discover Jiujiang, the perfect starting point for Lushan Mountain adventures.