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Yunnan

Fisherman in YangShuo

Discover China’s Treasures

If you’re coming to China for the first time, there are four absolute must-see destinations which represent the best of classic China: Beijing, Xi’an, Yunnan, and Shanghai. Beijing              ...
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Rice Terraces in the south of China

An Update on the Yunnan Earthquake and Our Future Trips

Ludian, a remote county in Northeast Yunnan, experienced a 6.1-magnitude earthquake yesterday. No WildChina travelers or future trips are affected.                      On August 3rd, a 6.1-magnitude...
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Girl praying at an ancient temple

Tour Erhai Lake by Bicycle

A WildChina employee takes off on an impromptu bike ride… Escaping Dali After exploring the bustling streets of Dalizhen in Yunnan Province, we needed an escape to mother nature. With the towering Cangshan Mountains encircling...
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Tibetan Buddhism Flags

WildChina Update: Earthquake in Yunnan

On Saturday, August 31st, a 5.8-magnitude earthquake occurred China’s southwestern province of Yunnan.  The quake hit the counties of Shangri-La and Deqin, on the border with Sichuan, at 8:04 a.m. local time. No WildChina travelers...
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The Legend Behind Yunnan’s Famous Crossing the Bridge Noodles

When you have a cultural and culinary history as long as China’s, you’ll find that a lot of customs and dishes have legends behind them. One of our favorites is the touching story of the...
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Man looking after cattle on the Tibetan plateau

A Word from Teach for China fellow David Li

In December of 2012, WildChina announced a new philanthropic partnership with Teach for China. We took on the sponsorship of second-year Teach for China fellow, David Li, who had spent the summer of 2012 working...
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Chinese door in Hutong alley

My Perfect Day in Shangri-La

Imagine waking up each morning to the comforting smell of sweet Caravan Breakfast coffee, enjoying a buttery scone with a spoonful of flavorful honeysuckle honey while admiring the mystical valleys of Shangri-la, and ending your...
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Interview With Our Expert – Yunnan Culture Expert Zhang Xilu

A leading expert on the ancient Nanzhao Kingdom and a distinguished leader in the intellectual community in Dali, Yunnan Province, Zhang Xilu is an invaluable resource for any traveler interested in Dali culture and the...
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