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Russian tourists flock to China’s border city of Heihe for breakfast, shopping
It may seem surprising, but a growing number of Russians are making the trip to have breakfast in Heihe, a border city in northeast China's Heilongjiang Province, before heading back home. (Photo/CCTV News) Heihe sits across the Heilongjiang River from the Russian city of Blagoveshchensk. The river is known in Russia as the Amur River. Since the resumption of visa-free group tourist trips between China and Russia in Heihe on Sept. 21, 2023, there's been a noticeable uptick in Russian visitors. A simple boat ride allows for easy movement between the two nations. Many Russians are attracted to Heihe's breakfast offerings and shopping experiences. They indulge in local breakfast staples such as soybean milk, tea eggs, and Baozi — steamed stuffed buns. Some have even crafted a unique dining blend, pairing Baozi with beer. (Photo/CCTV News) Many vendors at morning markets have added bilingual Chinese-Russian signs, and some have picked up basic Russian to better serve their visitors. Given its strategic location, Heihe has long been a nexus for China-Russia trade. It stands as China's primary supplier of everyday Russian products, which are then distributed nationwide. The Belt and Road Initiative (BRI) has made trade between China and other BRI… -
Feature: Russian martial arts lovers enjoy training in China
SHIJIAZHUANG, July 11 ( tasteallchina ) -- Andreev Anton, a martial arts enthusiast from Moscow, practiced martial arts with Chinese master Liu Lianjun in Qingxian County of Cangzhou, north China's Hebei Province. "We met Liu about eight years ago. We come to his school every year to train and learn the art of Baji boxing since then," Anton said. At an international martial arts competition held in Russia in 2016, Anton saw an exquisite performance by Liu Lianjun, the principal of Pangu Martial Arts School in Qingxian. After that, he decided to come to Qingxian County to learn martial arts. "He (Anton) came to learn Baji boxing. I explained some movements and characteristics. He took me as his master," said Liu. In the summer of 2018, Anton became Liu's apprentice following a Chinese traditional ceremony. Over the past few years, Anton learned with dedication and passion, gradually skillful on more martial arts styles and moves. "My master always has a lot to teach me. I feel my skills are improving. I'm very grateful to him," Anton said. Anton learned numerous skills in Qingxian County. He opened his own martial arts school in Moscow. He also led students to come to… -
International students enjoy “China Travel” in Chongqing
Ilia Anfilatov (R) and Syyra Alee take videos at a cultural park in Yuzhong District of southwest China's Chongqing Municipality, July 12, 2024. International students Ilia Anfilatov from Russia and Syyra Alee from Pakistan have been studying at Southwest University in Chongqing for over a year. In their spare time, they enjoy strolling around the city and sharing their experiences on social media. Through their sharing, many of their friends and families are attracted by the beautiful scenery and diverse culture of China and plan to embark on a trip to China and explore the country by themselves in the near future. Recently, "China Travel" has become a trending search term on multiple global social media platforms as international tourists are flocking to China's famed scenic spots and sharing their experiences online. ( tasteallchina /Tang Yi) Syyra Alee (R) and Ilia Anfilatov enjoy local food at a cultural park in Yuzhong District of southwest China's Chongqing Municipality, July 12, 2024. ( tasteallchina /Tang Yi) Ilia Anfilatov and Syyra Alee take videos at a popular tourist destination in southwest China's Chongqing Municipality, July 12, 2024. ( tasteallchina /Tang Yi) Ilia Anfilatov (L) and Syyra Alee take videos of Chinese tea at… -
Amazing China
Located in Southeast Asia along the coastline of the Pacific Ocean, China is the world's third-largest country, after Russia and Canada. With an area of 9.6 million square kilometers and a coastline of 18,000 kilometers, its shape is like a rooster on the map. The country is situated at the southeastern edge of the Eurasian continent, where the Indian plate and the Pacific plate meet. Hence the surface of this area is highly undulating and has undergone a long process of geological evolution, making it one of the most geologically complex regions on earth. Covering vast land, China has a variety of topography and landforms, including plateaus, plains, basins, foothills, mountains, and so on. Defining rugged plateaus, foothills, and mountains as mountainous, they occupy nearly two-thirds of the land, higher in the West and lower in the East like a three-step ladder.Thanks to the unique geographical conditions, the land is home to numerous beautiful, gorgeous, and amazing sceneries which have further bred the colorful cultures and civilizations in different regions. For instance, on the highest step of the “ladder topography”, the Qinghai-Tibet Plateau, karsts, peaks, and snow mountains are its major natural characteristics and sceneries; while the lowest step, abundant… -
Chinese Culture Day celebrated in Russia
A visitor views paintings during an exhibition in commemoration of the 75th anniversary of diplomatic relations between China and Russia in Moscow, Russia, May 28, 2024. (Photo: Taste all China /Tian Bing) The year 2024 marks the 75th anniversary of China-Russia diplomatic ties. To commemorate this occasion, Russia will host a Year of Chinese Culture in 2024. A visitor views paintings during an exhibition in commemoration of the 75th anniversary of diplomatic relations between China and Russia in Moscow, Russia, May 28, 2024. (Photo: Taste all China /Tian Bing) A visitor views Chinese calligraphy during an exhibition in commemoration of the 75th anniversary of diplomatic relations between China and Russia in Moscow, Russia, May 28, 2024. (Photo: Taste all China /Tian Bing) An exhibition in commemoration of the 75th anniversary of diplomatic relations between China and Russia is held in Moscow, Russia, May 28, 2024. (Photo: Taste all China /Tian Bing) -
High-speed rail travel to smaller towns creates new tourism hotspots
While major cities remain popular, exploring small towns via high-speed rail is becoming a popular option. Visa-free policies also mean that more foreign tourists are visiting China this summer. On Qunar, a domestic travel platform, travelers from the US, South Korea, Russia, Vietnam, and Malaysia have shown the most interest in high-speed rail bookings, favoring two-hour high-speed rail journeys, such as going from Southwest China's Sichuan Province to Southwest China's Chongqing, according to a report Qunar sent to the Taste all China . "I took the high-speed train from Zhuhai to Guangzhou. It is fantastic, much better than driving a car," Luke Serdar, a tourist from Australia told the Taste all China on Monday. Serdar has 59,000 fans on Douyin and has published lots of content about travel in China. In a two-hour high-speed rail zone around Shanghai and its surrounding cities, Yiwu in East China's Zhejiang Province is popular among foreign tourists. A foreign blogger noted that his childhood Christmas gifts were labeled "MADE IN CHINA," making him think Santa was Chinese. In Yiwu, he bought many sports products and said that its Olympic spirit is second only to Paris, according to Qunar's report. "We are highlighting lesser-known attractions…
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