Wengding: visiting China’s last tribal village

Wengding, la última aldea tribal de China

400 years old, Wengding is reputed to be the best-preserved village in all of China. After the Monihei festival, we went to Wengding (翁丁村), the village that has the privilege of being the best preserved Wa village in China and it is even said to be the last real tribal village left in China. Wengding … Read more

Monihei, China’s most famous mud festival

Festival de barro de Monihei, Yunnan, China

Monihei(摸你黑)is a mud festival held in southwestern Yunnan province, specifically in Cangyuan, a city bordering Myanmar. The tradition of this festival is based on spreading mud on people to spread health and prosperity. It’s believed that the more muddy you get, the better. Held every May 1 and 2, this festival comes from the Wa … Read more

Cycling trip through China: one week exploring Yunnan

Viaje en bicicleta por China - Bike trip

When it comes to traveling, the destination matters, but also the means and the good company. In my case, this was going to be my first cycling trip through China (Yunnan), in company of good friend. We had two weeks of vacation, it wasn’t much, but it was enough to get us where we wanted … Read more

Preparing for a bicycle trip: what should I bring?

Preparativos para un viaje en bicicleta, Yunnan, China

Preparing for a bicycle trip is essential before planning any route. To make a trip by bicycle, much less things are needed than one might think. With a bike in good condition, a few tools, time and, above all, the desire to pedal, you can get almost anywhere. In my case, I’ve done two bicycle … Read more

Hong Kong in 3 days, a guide for backpackers

Qué ver en Hong Kong - What to see - Skyline

Hong Kong is located in the southeast of China. It stands out as a unique blend of 5,000 years of Chinese tradition and 150 years of British colonial influence. If you’re wondering which are the best neighborhoods in Hong Kong and what to see during your visit, here’s a travel guide to help you explore … Read more

Work and study Chinese in Xiamen: my experience

Trabajar y estudiar chino en Xiamen - Work and study Chinese in Xiamen

When I returned to China, in September 2014, I moved to Xiamen. To see new places in China after lived 3 years in Kunming, but above all, to live near the sea. They say that those who are born near the sea are never accustomed to living far from it. In my case, it wasn’t … Read more

Beaches of Hainan: Travel to Haikou and Sanya

Playas de Hainan - Sanya (Hainan Beaches)

For the Chinese New Year holidays (春节) I went to the beaches of Hainan (海南), China’s second largest island after Taiwan. The island of Hainan, means “South of the ocean”, so as its name indicates is located in southern China, very close to Vietnam. The capital of Hainan is Haikou, on the northern edge, although … Read more

Puzhehei, visiting the karst landscape of Yunnan

Qué ver Puzhehei - What to see - Yunnan

After two and a half years in Yunnan, just when I thought I couldn’t see anything more beautiful than what I had already experienced and that I had visited all the major landmarks in the province, I went on a trip to Puzhehei and discovered what would become one of my favorite places in Yunnan. … Read more

The spectacular Rice Terraces of Yuanyang (Yunnan, China)

Terrazas de Arroz de Yuanyang, Yunnan Rice Terraces

The Rice Terraces of Yuanyang (原阳) are located south of Yunnan province in Honghe Prefecture. This entire area is famous for its large expanses of rice fields, which are undoubtedly some of the most spectacular rice terraces of China. Ninety-five per cent of Yuanyang’s population is engaged in agriculture, 88% of whom belong to different … Read more

Tiger Leaping Gorge: the best 2 days trekking in Yunnan

Garganta del Salto del Tigre, Tiger Leaping Gorge, Yunnan

During my trip to Lijiang, I took a couple of days to go trekking at Tiger Leaping Gorge (虎跳峡), which turned out to be the most breathtaking experience I’ve had in China so far. Tiger Leaping Gorge is the name given to the canyons carved by the Yangtze River, located 60 km from Lijiang, in … Read more

What to see in Luoping: Ocean of flowers of Yunnan

Qué ver en Luoping, Yunnan - What to See

This time we ventured to visit Luoping (罗平), located 4 hours from Kunming eastbound, in the Chinese province of Yunnan. When we asked the Chinese what to see in Luoping we were told that this place is famous for being the place where during the beginning of spring until the end of February (coinciding with the … Read more

Visiting the tea fields of Puer (Yunnan, China)

Campos de Té de Puer, Tea Fields, Yunnan

On one of our trips through Yunnan we went to visit the Puer tea fields. Puer (普洱) is located southwest of Yunnan. It is an area known for being the place where the famous Puer tea is grown and named (普洱茶). I took advantage of my first week of Christmas vacation (just four days) to … Read more

China’s National Day: when, why and how it is celebrated

Día Nacional de China, Pekín - Beijing

I was in Beijing just in time to witness China’s National Day being celebrated in the country’s capital. China’s National Day is celebrated on October 1, commemorating the founding of the People’s Republic of China on October 1, 1949.  At the end of World War II, a civil war broke out in China between the … Read more

Best places to see in Beijing in 3-4 days trip

Qué ver en Pekín - Beijing - Ciudad Prohibida

Beijing, also known as Peking, is the capital of China and one of the most important cities in the world in terms of history, culture, and politics. Located in the north of the country, Beijing is one of China’s largest cities and boasts a history that stretches back thousands of years. Here, I share my … Read more

Kung Fu in China: My experience in a Shaolin Temple

Kung Fu en China - Templo Wuweisi

Wu Wei Si Temple is located in the province of Yunnan, southwest China, near the beautiful old town of Dali. The Wu Wei Si temple is a Buddhist temple where for 500 Rmb (60 euros) a week one can learn Kung Fu or Tai Chi, live with the monks and have a unique experience living … Read more