The Silk Freeway
[2013-06-14 09:01]For all the talk of China moving west, the onus is surely on the West to embrace China at a level deeper than dim sims and dragon parades.
Happy to enhance China-India friendship
[2013-05-24 18:53]Vikash Kumar Singh: In India, there is a famous quote, "Kaam adhik baten kum—work more, talk less". But this slogan was practically used in China.
Chinese morals
[2013-05-13 11:31]Here a sad example (another) of how in China tradition and morals are losing their place to money and arrogance.
Love at first sight
[2013-04-30 08:53]Living in Beijing, especially in a non expat area introduced me to a new way of living, and taught me how to survive outside of my own comfort zone.
A perspective on the younger generation in China
[2013-04-17 13:39]China does have a future in its younger generation. I wish them all every success in their future endeavors in making China a stronger and better nation.
Running afoul of the police
[2013-03-28 10:57]It doesn't matter where you are in the world, it is never a good idea to run afoul of the police. China is no exception.
The Shanghai Subway
[2013-03-25 11:03]This is my observations of travel on the Shanghai subway, written as guide to someone who has never used it.
An unforgettable night in a tent in Huangshan
[2013-03-13 15:17]Last year's springtime had been the perfect moment to finally visit the Yellow Mountain area (Huangshan) to go for a hike and see the beautiful scenery that attracts so many visitors.
In Yangshuo for 4 years
[2013-03-08 13:28]Kungfu is a whole philosophy and is a big part of Chinese culture. I have always watched kungfu movies, because I loved their movements.
Snowstorm on Huangshan
[2013-02-27 13:34]In the weeks, then days, then hours leading up to our ascent of Huangshan (Yellow Mountain) in Anhui province, I kept up a steady refrain to my girlfriend: "You can take the cable car; I'm going to take the Western Steps."
Unfortunate footwear and fortunes
[2013-02-25 10:18]Officially at least, the Chinese New Year celebrations are over. But it seems some are still keeping the "party alive" since I continue to hear a lot of fireworks.
