China – The Land of Superlatives. When visiting the mega-metropolises of Shanghai and Beijing , you will probably not be able to stop being amazed. But a beach holiday, e.g. in Sanya , is also possible during your visit to China.
by Thomas Bauer The holy mountain Kailash is considered the soul of Tibet. Travel book author Thomas Bauer (you can find more information about Thomas Bauer in our article from 2022) has circumnavigated it on foot. He talks about police checks, panic attacks and the attraction of pilgrimage. Itis astonishing that hardly anyone in this country knows Kailash. After...
Venture into the heart of the East and explore a world of history, culture, and timeless beauty. Imagine entering China, a country where ancient traditions blend seamlessly with modern innovations, providing a visual feast for the senses. From the iconic Great Wall that winds through rugged landscapes to the enchanting Forbidden City full of imperial splendour...
China, the fourth largest country in the world in terms of area, is extremely versatile and has a lot to offer its visitors. The varied landscape is characterized by high mountain ranges and high plateaus, especially in the west, while in the south and east there are coasts with a partly tropical or subtropical climate that invite you to swim. But steppes and deserts...
The capital of China can look back on a 3000-year history. Beijing, as Beijing is now increasingly called in Germany, is a metropolis of superlatives. With more than 21 million inhabitants, it is among the top 10 largest cities in the world. Traditional temple complexes, impressive garden architecture and a large number of world cultural sites attract several million...
Shanghai, the modern metropolis of millions, is the largest city in China with its almost twenty million inhabitants and has the largest port in the world. What is particularly impressive about the city are the many huge buildings and skyscrapers. The Shanghai Tower – above the rooftops of the city The gigantic skyscraper is one of Shanghai’s most important...
In the southeast of the People’s Republic of China lies Guangzhou, the provincial capital of Guangdong. It is located about 130 kilometers northwest of Hong Kong and is crossed by the Pearl River, the most important river in southern China. This river runs from Guangzhou to Macau and Hong Kong to the South China Sea (Pearl River Delta). The metropolis is spread...
Thanks to its remote location in Central Asia due to the Himalayan Mountains, a unique culture has been able to develop in Tibet. With an impressive history, breathtaking scenery and cultural features, Tibet is considered one of the most fascinating travel destinations in the world. As the highest region in the world, Tibet is often referred to as “the roof of...
Sanya is a city on the extreme southern tip of Hainan Island in China. Just a hundred years ago, it was considered by the Chinese to be the “end of the world” and was notorious for its bad karma. Today, however, the place, which lies at the same latitude as the American archipelago, is often referred to as the “Hawaii of China”. Sanya is the...
In Hong Kong, numerous high-rise buildings and more than 7 million people are united in a very small space. The megacity attracts visitors with a variety of sights. Hong Kong is also known for its many good restaurants, so lovers of delicious treats will get their money’s worth here. Even though the city is not exactly cheap, Hong Kong is one of the most...