A visit to the Hermitage Museum in St Petersburg, exploring its most captivating masterpieces, from Michelangelo to Rembrandt, and unforgettable highlights.
The Hermitage Museum, St Petersburg — Must-See Masterpieces & Highlights Read Post »
There is something about China that cuts you down to size. It is not just the Great Wall or the vastness of the country the density of the crowds wherever you go the 5,000 year old history the complexity of the language the awkwardness of chopsticks But also the Qutang Gorge, the first and the
Taking a slow boat through China to the Three Gorges Read Post »
One of the things that surprised me most about travelling in China wasn’t just the sights , it was the performances. These shows brought history, culture and sheer spectacle to life in ways I never expected.
5 Spectacular Shows That Brought China to Life for Me Read Post »
A delicious street food breakfast in Xi’an — freshly made jianbing guozi, cooked right in front of you and best enjoyed standing by the vendor like a local.
Jianbing Guozi – street food breakfast in Xi’an Read Post »
Did I hear you ask “ why on earth would you want to ride a bicycle in China?” Well, I love a challenge and an experience! Yangshuo is a beautiful place, known for its dramatic and stunning karst formation and landscape. Exploring the local countryside by bike seemed like a good idea at the time. Cycling
Biking in Yangshuo Read Post »
One of my more memorable experiences in Shanghai was eating these mouth-watering Shanghai dumplings! These pan fried dumplings with crispy base and soft top are the tastiest dumplings I ever eaten. The fillings are juicy and delicious. They are freshly made on site and are served piping hot so you have to be careful. I pricked
Shanghai dumplings – must try Read Post »
