'Tis the season to be galloping

2011-07-27 10:47:25

It's time to take the reins, so saddle up with Alexis Hooi as he gives you the options near Beijing offering some of the best rides in the country.

A sea of yellow in Xining

2011-07-26 17:21:33

Xining of Qinghai Province is known for its cole plantation and the "golden fields" have become a tourist attraction.

Chapada dos Veadeiros

2011-07-26 15:00:17

"Meeting of Traditional Cultures of Chapada dos Veadeiros" is held annually in Goias to celebrate Brazilian popular and traditional culture.

Gui Peng's photography

2011-07-27 15:52:59

Enjoy some of the photos Gui Peng, a career lawyer, took of picturesque natural landscapes across China.

Confucius Temple

2011-07-27 14:26:27

Located on Guozijian Street inside Anding Gate, the 700-year-old Temple of Confucius in Beijing is the place where people paid homage to Confucius during the Yuan (1271-1368), Ming (1368-1644) and Qing dynasties (1644-1911).

Summer views of Qinghai

2011-07-27 11:04:58

Summer is the best season to see Qinghai, and tourism is picking up in the province.

Summer splashing under the Huangguoshu Waterfalls

2011-07-27 10:52:56

The Huangguoshu Waterfalls, after which the scenic area is named, is the biggest and most magnificent group of waterfalls in China.

King for a day

2011-07-27 10:48:50

It's well known as the sport of kings and equestrian clubs, but ordinary youngsters in Tianjin are getting the opportunity to check out polo.

Affordable Cantonese

2011-07-24 06:23:12

Food from the southern province of Guangzhou is among the best-known among Chinese cuisines.

ABC of good eats, from suckling pig to desserts

2011-07-24 06:23:12

The roast suckling pig is the most popular dish on the menu at A Better Cooking (ABC) Kitchen in Hong Kong.

Take a taste of Taiwan

2011-07-24 06:23:12

The true gourmet will not have to go far to sample delights from Taiwan.

The great lake

2011-07-22 12:03:49

New unesco honor for heavenly Hangzhou's West Lake will help attract more foreign tourists