July 5th, 2011 by china hotel and travel
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If you are on a tour to China and decide to stop at Yunnan province, then you are guaranteed a wonderful time with Chinese minority groups. Yunnan is a beautiful province which is proud of its ethnic minorities and culture; this is reflected in the lifestyle of the locals who inhabit the community. Considered as one of the beautiful places to go in China, the province of Yunnan is a place that celebrates life. It can be divided into different cities namely Kunming, Dali, Lijiang, Zhongdian and Deqin. Each of these cities has various sightseeing and highlights which attracts tourists all year round.
Kunming is known as the city of eternal spring which is usually the best city to travel to in China in spring. This is because of its mild climate which has in turn boosted the tourism and natural beauty of the city. With over four hundred types of flowers and orchids in the various gardens, it is no wonder horticulturists and nature lovers’ flock to this part of China to spend some time. Kunming is also known to be the center of the Yunnan minority culture where over 25 different ethnic groups live together. The major ethnic minorities have their various cultures, languages, and customs and celebrate different festivals. Major highlights to see in Kunming include the stone forest, a long acre of karsts limestone formations which were formed into cliffs, peaks, caves and arches; the birds and flowers market where different species of birds and flowers are sold; Dian Chi Lake, the Yunnan nationalities museum and the World Horticultural Expo garden.
» Read more: Travel To China’s Paradise In Yunnan Province
July 5th, 2011 by china hotel and travel
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Have you thought of going to China but you would like to have a meaningful experience and do join a responsible travel tour. What about volunteer travel to China ? Interested ? Volunteering in China offers you the opportunity to get to know this wonderful country whilst gaining an experience that will last a lifetime. It will give you a chance to make an important contribution to the people of China, and to gain an in depth experience of the country and its culture that will stay with you the rest of your life.
There are various volunteering agencies who organise volunteer travel programs in China. One company that stands out is WLS International. This medium sized company has been organising volunteer programs successfully in China and Vietnam. The uniqueness in their program lies in the fact that they will place you in different projects. They have some wonderful projects in Beijing : working with children and young adult with special needs and disabilities, charity for children with autism, charity for children with autism, orphanage school and volunteer teaching at a poor school for immigrant workers’ children. With their program you will be placed with different projects which will enable you to get a unique and fulfilling experience. Some of their projects are located right next to or near the famous Forbidden City in central Beijing !
» Read more: Volunteer Travel In China – There Is An Idea
