The Temple of Confucius was built in 1302 and is the second largest temple constructed for Confucius, the great thinker and educationalist from the days of ancient China. People flocked here to pay homage during the Yuan, Ming and Qing…

On 4 May 1919, over 3,000 Chinese students in Beijing poured into public spaces, including Tiananmen Square, to protest against the treatment of China by Western powers, and in particular by the terms of the Treaty of Versailles.

Back in the 1930s, at the beginning of World War Two, thousands of German Jews escaped Nazi persecution by fleeing to Shanghai, making the city the Oriental ‘Noah's Ark’. At a time when few countries were welcoming, Shanghai opened its…

This private tour takes you on a journey away from Krabi’s tourist hotspots, beaches and resorts. Travel further south in Krabi province to visit small communities where the traditional way of life is being preserved.

The hutong alleyways are the best place to see and feel Beijing’s authentic culture. These narrow lanes also hide many hidden treasures waiting to be discovered.

Mention cricket and most people think of the sport. But in China this is a different kind of cricket altogether. Once the sport of the emperors, cricket fighting is an age-old tradition and a popular pastime. Cricket owners cherish their…

As much as Hong Kong is geared towards the future, it certainly has not cut all ties with its past. Its unique position as an independent enclave of nearby China,

The hutongs are a labyrinth of narrow lanes in the old quarter of Beijing that date back over 300 years. They are draped in history and the unique architecture offers an insight into past times in the capital, before glass…

Our definition of Saigon’s Streets Secrets is unveiling the contrasts of contemporary and historical Ho Chi Minh City like little others have ever experienced Vietnam’s largest city.

Stroll in the footsteps of Singapore’s pioneers as we turn into unknown corners in culturally enthralling Chinatown. Besides being an ethnic enclave for first Singapore’s early Chinese settlers,

Literally translated as ‘wind and water’, Feng Shui follows the principle of humans living in harmony with nature. This ancient philosophy originates from Chinese respect for the environment and the belief that cosmological influences strongly affect our everyday lives.

Lijiang offers bountiful opportunities to enjoy a myriad of gastronomic delights. From Xiangshan Market to Jinkai Square, one will not be spoilt for choice.