Things to do in China
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Hike and Bike China
13 days (Beijing)
Discover a different side to fascinating China as we hike and bike our way across this vast country.
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from USD$3,190 - All things to do
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Place
Dominated by its spectacular giant outdoor video screen, an object of fascination for kids, the Place has an extremely popular branch of Zara, as well as French Connection and Miss Sixty, and one of Běijīng’s best book stores in Chaterhouse Booktrader. There’s a good food court in the basement, too.
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Caramba!
Mexican is a cuisine as diametrically opposed to Chinese as you can imagine, but with a blinding selection of tequilas, this cantina provides a cosy and intimate venue for a fix of chilli (around HK$95), fajitas, enchiladas and quesadillas (around HK$55 to HK$68). There's brunch from noon to 18:00 at the weekend.
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Number 1 Market
The outdoor seafood restaurants either side of this night market are a great place to immerse yourself in the full Chinese experience. The atmosphere is palpably up, the seafood is excellent, and while you're waiting for the meal you can wander off to shop for cheap lingerie, floral shirt sets or myriad other items.
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Bannerman Tang's Toys & Crafts
Marvellous collection of handmade toys and delightful collectibles from Chinese weebles (budao weng; from Y30), puppets, clay figures, tiger pillows to kites and other gorgeous items; it's just along from the Confucius Temple.
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Eddy's Bar
Shànghǎi’s longest-running gay bar is a friendly place with a flash, square bar to sit around, as well as a few corners to hide away in. It attracts both locals and expats, but it’s mostly for the boys rather than the girls.
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Southern Barbarian
Fine, MSG-free Yunnan cuisine served in a laid-back (though somewhat noisy) atmosphere. Unusual dishes include the stewed beef and mint casserole, ‘grandmother’s mashed potatoes’ and the addictive chicken wings. Booking a table is recommended.
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China Getaway
12 days (Shanghai)
by Intrepid
Sample an exotic treat from a street vendor, See the sun rise over the Great Wall of China, Join the hustle and bustle of busy Beijing, Explore the walled city…Not LP reviewed
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Tóngréntáng
Peddling pills and potions since 1669, this was the former royal dispensary. Now, it claims to be able to cure anything from fright to encephalitis. Traditional Chinese Medicine doctors are available for on-the-spot consultations.
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Bell Tower
First constructed in 1272 but felled numerous times by fire, the tower’s present structure dates from 1745. Climb up the steep steps (carefully) to gawk at the 63-tonne bell.
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Club Feather Boa
Feather Boa is a plush lounge hidden behind gold drapes. Part camp lounge, part bordello - part those curtains and get stuck into one of its infamous mango daiquiris.
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Drifter's
Does a good morning cuppa and serves Indonesian coffee, otherwise largely indistinguishable from other cafés along Xi Jie.
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Kanas Lake
Ecol Travel has the best rates around for trips to Kanas Lake.
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Xuhui Middle School
Walking Tour.
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Raj
With soothing sitar music on the stereo, comfy cushions, red drapes and an extensive menu of north Indian cuisine classics, the Raj satisfies curry fanatics looking for a taste of the subcontinent in Běijīng. They deliver and take credit cards too.
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Bì Fēng Táng
At busy times, this popular wicker-and bamboo-clad dim sum joint resonates to the constant clatter of porcelain dishes and wait staff shouting back and forth to each other. There’s a slack period in the late afternoon, but it’s still bustling in the early hours as the late-night crowd file, or stagger, in. Winners here include steamed shrimp and chive dumplings, duck noodle soup and barbecued pork buns.
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China Academy of Art
Located on the banks of the West Lake, the China Academy of Art was the first of its kind established in China. Founded in 1928, the school teaches painting, design, sculpture and art history to local and international students. There are short-term classes available for those who want to learn traditional Chinese painting. A number of small galleries surround the academy.
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