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Mei's Mandarin school is the Chinese language branch of Robert's School of Languages, a Sino-Foreign joint educational venture founded in Kunming in 2001. Mei's Mandarin School is licensed by the ...

Jade Dragon Snow Mountain, the dominant peak overlooking the historic city of Lijiang, is renowned for its impressive alpine scenery and popular tourist sites. Visitors can enjoy the music and dance ...

Shangri-la's old town burned down in a ten-hour fire that consumed most of the buildings in 2014. Fortunately, no one died. But it was still a tragedy for those whose possessions the flames consumed, ...

In the southwest of China lies Yunnan, a province known for its high peaks, steep valleys, lakes, rivers, and unique cultures. Yunnan is a part of the Yunnan-Guizhou Plateau to the southeast of the ...

The previous episodes of Yunnan: The China You Never Knew have focused on the cultures or lengthy histories of specific places. But while exploring Tengchong (腾冲), our host Jordan Porter chose a ...

The very first railway in southwest China opened just over a century ago, connecting Yunnan to Haiphong in Vietnam and thus dramatically reducing travel time on this important international trade ...

A research team diving in the waters of Fuxian Lake (抚仙湖) has uncovered more archeological evidence of a long-rumored, submerged ancient city. The 20-day investigation off the eastern shore of the ...

The Lijiang-Shangri-La Railway (丽香铁路), a significant addition to Yunnan Province's transportation network, opened its tracks to the public on November 26. This modern marvel connects the historic city ...

The Old Street is the only traditional street block in Kunming which retains the layout from the Ming and Qing dynasty. The block is home to plenty of historical relics and protected buildings. The ...

Amidst the lively hum of the pedestrian block, a serene oasis awaits in the form of a quaint teahouse. This peaceful retreat stands in stark contrast to its bustling surroundings, offering a quiet ...

Tiger Leaping Gorge in northwest Yunnan is renowned for its stunning scenery and rugged hiking paths. In my first article, I introduced the Bamboo Forest Path, a scenic route in Tiger Leaping Gorge ...