We offer to you the traditional on site virtual tour! With a number of sites throughout China we like to show you China's best of the best!
This is normally a 60 minute session but can be customized to the length of your class.
As royal building groups of Beijing's landmark, the Forbidden City has its fame self-evident, 600 years of history, more than 20 legendary emperors, the Forbidden City is full of mysterious. For the children, the imperial palace is one of the best history classrooms, its rich culture and historical stories as well as the children's interests in learning has provided a broad space and content. Today, we are more than excited to come to the Forbidden City to experience and learn about this once forbidden royal land in a more interesting way.
Beijing has hundreds of courtyards around the Forbidden City, and the lanes between courtyards stretched out in all four directions, connecting the different kinds of courtyards in the city. Because of the interlacement of the lanes, every house is connected to the other, making it easy for local people to keep in touch with their neighbors. Beijing’s Hutongs represent a more traditional contrast to the hyper modern architecture of most of Beijing. Students will explore the history behind them and the lifestyles of their modern-day inhabitants.
The Temple of Heaven is one of the most brilliant ancient architectures in China. It is also an outstanding masterpiece of classic imperial buildings throughout Chinese history. The site was firstly built in 1420 by Yongle Emperor, then expanded by the subsequent emperors of both Ming and Qing Dynasty, and had served as the holy place for emperors to pay homage to Heaven and to pray for a year of rich harvest.
Although in imperial times the public were not allowed to enter the enormous park, now for a minimal fee everyone can enjoy it all day long. Early morning is the best time to visit the Temple of Heaven. It is well worth waking up for: you will have an interesting experience watching local people doing morning exercises.
In 1998, the UNESCO listed the Temple of Heaven in the World Heritage Sites List with description as “a masterpiece of architecture and landscape design”
Beijing is China’s past, present, and future. The country’s capital is a testament to China’s illustrious imperial past, its unforeseen rapid development, and a future that holds incredible potential. Proud historical palaces rub shoulders with luxurious shopping malls and construction sites can be found on nearly every street corner. Beijing has changed beyond recognition in the 21st century, but the city still retains remnants of its past in the form of ancient hutong alleys, traditional courtyard residences, and imperial wonders. Situated on the estuary of Yangtze River,
Shanghai serves as the most influential economic, financial, international trade, and cultural center in East China. In addition to its modernization, the city's multicultural flair endows it with a unique glamour. Here, one finds the perfect blend of cultures, the modern and the traditional , and the western and the oriental. New skyscrapers and old Shikumen together draw the skyline of the city. From the Lujiazui skyline to the “linongs” in Shikumen, and from Beijing business center to the ancient hutongs, students will have an opportunity to capture the past, present, and future of two most amazing and important cities in China.
Urban villages are some of the most unique, vibrant neighborhoods in Guangzhou city. Narrow alleyways and mom-and-pop shops provide both young graduates and working-class migrants with housing, food, and entertainment at affordable prices. To give an in-depth look at daily life in the 'villages within the city, we explore the most famous urban village -Shipai in Guangzhou and talk to residents.
Zhujiang New Town (also call Zhujiang new city) is the area in Guangzhou, Guangdong, China, which is between Huangpu Avenue in the north and the Pearl River in the south, and between Guangzhou Avenue as the west and the South China Expressway the east.
Zhujiang New Town is planned –and progressively taking shape– as the future Central Business District of Guangzhou. When completed, the whole place will become Guangzhou’s counter (part) to the spectacular development of Shanghai’s Lujiazhui Financial District. Just as in Pudong, all the major buildings are developed at great expense and meant to impress: designed by world-class architects known for their bold, forward-looking and state-of-the-art creations.
Shaanxi is a region packed with history and culture. In fact, in Xi’an and the surrounding region sometimes even the ground seems to be overflowing with it. Tombs, most notably of the Qin and Ming, dot the countryside while the sheer amount of artifacts under Xi’an has raised concerns about building a subway system.
Outside the world of ancient relics lies another underground treasure: the Yaodong. A type of dwelling little known outside of China, they are particularly common in Shaanxi due to the number of loess hills in the region and a natural lack of other building materials.
Yaodongs also hold a special place in Chinese history: when the Long March concluded in Yan’an, in northern Shaanxi. Here, Mao and his other compatriots built and lived in Yaodongs due to their simplicity during the well-known Yan’an period. You will have the opportunity to experience a piece of this history by visiting a Yaodong.
Situated on the estuary of Yangtze River, Shanghai serves as the most influential economic, financial, international trade, and cultural center in East China. In addition to its modernization, the city's multicultural flair endows it with a unique glamour. Here, one finds the perfect blend of cultures, the modern and the traditional , and the western and the oriental. New skyscrapers and old Shikumen together draw the skyline of the city.
Students will be able to visit two destinations in this session.
Sichuan is one of China's most distinctive provinces, known for its spicy food, beautiful women and China's 'national treasure' - the giant panda. Sichuan boasts stunning natural beauty, with the mountain forests and fantastic aquamarine lakes of Jiuzhaigou in the north and gorgeous mountain scenery at Minya Gongga in the province's west.
Located in southwest part of the country, it has been the gateway to Tibet. In fact, the western part of the province is one of the Tibetan-inhabited areas and visitors can experience customs and living habits of the Tibetan nationality here too. Another main ethnic group of the province is the Yi nationality, concentrating in western part of the province as well.
The capital city of Chengdu is a modern metropolis set on the west end of the fertile Sichuan Basin, a region commonly fought over during ancient times. Aside from spicy Sichuan food, the prevalence of Buddhism is undeniable. Chengdu’s Wenshu Monastery, the holy mountain of Emei Shan, and world’s largest stone- carved Buddha are some of the most interesting travel destinations in China.
Located just 6 miles away from downtown, the Chengdu Research Base of Giant Panda Breeding has been created and imitated the natural habitat of giant pandas in order that they might have the best possible environment for rearing and breeding. The giant pandas are not only a Chinese national treasure but are also beloved by people the world over. They are found only in Sichuan, Shaanxi and Gansu provinces. In total there are fewer than 2,000, of which 70% are distributed within the territory of Sichuan Province.
Students will visit the Chengdu Research Base of Giant Panda Breeding, where our expert guide will explore offer students a first-hand on Pandas and their natural environment. They will learn the about the connection between Pandas and Chinese culture, their unique lifestyle habits and everything else that makes them such a unique presence in China.
Zhaoxing Dong Village is one of the largest Dong villages in Guizhou. Known as No.1 Dong Village, Zhaoxing has over 800 households and more than 4,000 inhabitants. The village is located in the Qiandongnan Miao and Dong Autonomous Prefecture in west Guizhou Province, surrounded by rice paddies and lush forests, crossed by the Nanjing River. The serried stilted houses built on the hillside. They are all built of Chinese fir with blue tile roofs.
Shangri-La, formerly Zhongdian County Town, at an altitude of 3,450 m (11,300 feet), is the capital of Diqing Tibetan Autonomous Prefecture of Yunnan Province in southern China. Shangri-la is a Tibetan word meaning ‘a land of sacredness and peace'. Shangri-La County is remarkable for its Tibetan culture and alpine landscapes, including sacred snow-capped mountains, spectacular gorges, clear lakes, and bucolic villages. Famous worldwide, it is no longer a hidden paradise per se, but hidden paradises can still be found within.
Thangka is a Tibetan Buddhist painting on cotton, silk appliqué, usually depicting a Buddhist deity, scene, or mandala. Thangkas are traditionally kept unframed and rolled up when not on display, mounted on a textile backing somewhat in the style of Chinese scroll paintings, with a further silk cover on the front.
Religious paintings worshipped as icons are known as Paubha in Newari and thangka in Tibetan. The origin of Paubha or thangka paintings may be attributed to the Nepalese artists responsible for creating a number of special metal works and wall- paintings as well as illuminated manuscripts in Tibet.
Thangka painting is a uniquely Tibetan tradition that evolved between the 7th and 12th centuries in Tibet. Painted on canvas and mounted in silk brocade, a thangka is more than just a work of art. It is an object of devotion, an aid to spiritual practice, and a source of blessings. Thangka painting is strictly governed by iconographic rules.
Situated in Northern China, Inner Mongolia is the first region in China to achieve the status of an Autonomous Ethnic Region. Covering an area of 1.18 million square kilometers, it is the third-largest province in China and borders both Russia and Mongolia (Outer Mongolia). With Hohhot as its capital city, Inner Mongolia is also the longest provincial region in China with a total length of more than 2,500 kilometers from east to west.
Walk In Hong Kong - Old Town Central Virtual Tour
Our friendly expert guide will walk you through a bustling open-air market dotted with small traditional shops to show you their curious trade practices. Got a question? You may ask the shopkeeper directly!
While the city life of Hong Kong unfolds in front of you in real-time, you will also hear about how these paths were once trodden by Eurasians, Chinese, Western sailors, and one very particular Tanka woman, in the early colonial days. The said Tanka woman was gifted land by an American ship captain who hailed from Massachusetts. Who was this mysterious woman? What was their relationship? It is surely a journey of sights, sounds, and stories that you cannot miss.
Walk In Hong Kong - Sham Shui Po: A Story of Grassroots Hong Kong
In an ever-changing Hong Kong, Sham Shui Po is home to some of Kowloon's oldest street scenes: a vibrant open-air bazaar, relics of wars and fires, and a large concentration of public housing.
Sham Shui Po is also a very welcoming place. It has hosted tens of thousands of refugees and others seeking shelter and safety throughout the 20th century and today, it is one of Hong Kong’s most diverse areas where the city’s poor and migrants from around the world can make a living.
In many ways, Sham Shui Po typifies the grit, vitality and ingenuity of grassroots Hong Kong, and our real-time virtual walk of the area will show you these aspects of the city in a way that informs and entertains.
Walk In Hong Kong - Relive the Sights & Smells of Kowloon Walled City
On this 1-hour virtual tour, our tour guide will take you into a delightful Chinese-style garden that was once the legendary Kowloon Walled City, full of lawlessness and sin. Enjoy a rich slew of fascinating stories that arose out of the near-century-long political and legal vacuum of the Walled City Explore the maze-like structure through interactive virtual games that are fun and informative!
Walk In Hong Kong - Kennedy Town: Building the Frontier
From leveling slopes and reclamation for creating more habitable land, to battling the plague and deaths, Kennedy Town has seen it all. On this real-time virtual tour, our tour guide will show you how this once frontier of the Victoria City has been an embodiment of humans' struggles with nature and their resourcefulness in crafting the new land into more livable place.