Read our guide to find the 10 quirky Saigon bars that are guaranteed to give your evening an unexpected twist.

Asia

Vietnam

Ho Chi Minh City

Discover the 9 Most Unique Bars in Saigon

Ho Chi Minh City has such a large Japanese immigrant population that the city has two Japantowns.

An Expert’s Guide to Ho Chi Minh City’s Two Japantowns

What people talk about when they talk about Ho Chi Minh City? The traffic. The crowds. The heat. All of it's true but not enough.

18 Must-Visit Attractions in Ho Chi Minh City

Discover what you should see and do in Ho Chi Minh City, Vietnam - one of the most exciting and interesting cities in Southeast Asia.

Top 10 Things To Do in Ho Chi Minh City, Vietnam

Grab a moto taxi and see the sites of Saigon with our whirlwind insider tour, revealing the best places to try local dishes and appreciate Vietnam’s dazzling culture.

How To Spend 24 Hours in Ho Chi Minh City, Vietnam

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New to eating dim sum? Here are a few tips to keep in mind before you indulge in the delicious Hong Kong ritual.

China

Hong Kong

6 Things You Should Know Before Eating Dim Sum In Hong Kong

Grab a pastry on the go from one of Shanghai's best bakeries, or stay for a while to enjoy the atmosphere.

Shanghai

The Best Bakeries in Shanghai, China

From underground techno to swanky jazz, and all the neon-lit dance clubs in between, here are Tianjin's top fifteen.

Tianjin

Top 15 Bars and Lounges in Tianjin

The sounds and origins of traditional Chinese instruments tell a unique story of ritual, leisure, class, and globalization.

10 Obscure Chinese Musical Instruments

Everything you never knew about China's little-known love affair with heavy metal.

China's Heavy Metal Music Scene Is Carving Its Own Lane

Discover the enchantment of romantic Hangzhou through poetry from the masters of Chinese literature

Hangzhou

Poems That Will Make You Fall in Love with Hangzhou

Hong Kong has no shortage of Japanese eateries, with Japanese fine dining cuisine, boisterous izakaya bars, and ubiquitous sushi go restaurants. Read our guide to the best in the city.

The Best Japanese Restaurants In Hong Kong

Rich in history and now a leading city in China, Tianjin is loaded with magnificent landmarks. So many to choose, but here are the top 12.

Tianjin's 12 Most Important Landmarks

Relax on one of Shandong's many beaches with a locally brewed Tsingtao beer, or make a pilgrimage to some of the more historically sacred sites.

Spotlight on a Chinese Province: Shandong

Calligraphy forms the cornerstone of traditional Chinese culture. These contemporary Chinese artists use calligraphy to reexamine the past.

Beijing

Calligraphy in Contemporary Chinese Art

Haidian is Beijing's best district for budget restaurants and natural village restaurants. Check them out.

The Best Restaurants in Haidian, Beijing

For Chinese artist Bingyi Huang, the practise of brush and ink painting remains deeply personal and meditative, a means of reaching the sublime.

Between Heaven And Earth: Bingyi's Meditative Ink Paintings

The best places to stay in Macau with options for every occasion. From luxury casino resorts to budget hotels, here's our guide to where to book.

Macau

Where to Stay in Macau for Every Occasion

Tibetans are among China's largest ethnic groups and are also one of the most diverse communities in the country. Learn more about this fascinating group of people. 

An Introduction to China's Tibetan People

The 10 best restaurants in the vibrant city of Chongqing, with tingly spices just as vibrant as the city itself!

The Best Restaurants In Chongqing, China

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