Autumn scenery of Wuzhuan
2012-10-30 17:10:44
Photos taken on October 27 shows the autumn scenery in Wuzhuan town, Donglan county, Hechi city of Guangxi Zhuang autonomous region.
Riverside retreat
2012-10-29 13:14:54
Banyan Tree debuts in Shanghai on a secluded North Bund greenbelt.
Frightful fun for the family
2012-10-28 16:35:55
When pumpkins, witch hats and spiders make their annual appearance it's easy to tell that Halloween is approaching.
Horses on high
2012-10-28 16:33:10
Bred on grasslands by the Yellow River, they are one of the largest of China's indigenous horses. Alexis Hooi rides the prized Hequ horse deep in the Tibetan highland area of Gansu province.
Stylish encounters at Aloft
2012-10-28 16:12:03
In an era of identikit hotels, Aloft Beijing stands out, reports Zhao Xu, citing its innovative approach to hospitality.
Horses on high
2012-10-28 08:23:26
My heart beats faster as my breath gets shorter. The scenery around me whizzes past into a blur and adds to the dizziness. I am nearly 4,000 meters above sea level and suffering from a mild case of altitude sickness. But I am also on a high riding the legendary Hequ steed, one of China's few indigenous horses, through the expansive alpine grasslands of Maqu county, deep in the Gannan Tibet autonomous prefecture of Gansu province.
Airline news and deals
2012-10-28 08:23:26
Air China: The company offers cheap round trips for all countries in Europe from Nov 1 to Dec 12 with fares as low as 2,980 yuan ($476), and visitors can take a free rail trip to cities in Germany.
Riverside retreat
2012-10-28 15:43:22
At Banyan Tree's resort on the North Bund, which launched earlier this month, postcard river views form the cornerstone of a guest experience new to the city, says Pancho Llamas, general manager of the property and a 10-year veteran of the Singapore-based hospitality group.
Xiamen economy thrives on culture
2012-10-28 15:22:31
After several years of accelerated development, cultural industries are poised to become a major driver of the economy in Xiamen, East China's Fujian province, local officials said.