Autumn in Western Sichuan: 8 Golden Highland Grasslands & Where to Visit
Autumn in Western Sichuan: 8 Golden Grasslands and Where to See Them When autumn arrives in western Sichuan, the highlands begin to change color. The green grasslands gradually turn golden, snow-covered mountains become sharper against the blue sky, and…
Bomi and Motuo in Autumn: A Journey Through Tibet’s Forests, Snow Mountains and Rainforests
As autumn arrives across China, the mountains of southeastern Tibet begin to change. For travelers heading to Bomi (波密) and Motuo (墨脱), autumn is one of the most beautiful times of the year. The summer rains gradually give way to clearer skies, colorful…
Datong Revisited: A Journey Back to China’s Liao and Jin Dynasty Heritage
I first visited Datong in 2007. At the time, my strongest memory of the city was its dusty brown and gray landscape. The whole city seemed to be covered by a thin layer of haze, giving it a somewhat quiet and austere atmosphere. More than a decade later,…
Guangwushan, China in Autumn: A Complete Guide to Red Leaves & Hiking
Guangwushan Autumn Travel Guide: Best Red Leaves, Scenic Areas & 1–3 Day Itineraries When autumn arrives in northern Sichuan, the mountains around Guangwushan (光雾山) transform into one of China’s most spectacular autumn landscapes. From late…