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CNY Feb. 15/17【7-Day Guizhou】Ethnic Enclave & Nature Wonders Tour
In the **southwest heartland** of China, there is a magical land - **Guizhou**, where the mountains, waters, forests are all **the uncanny workmanship** of nature. And **over 48 ethnic minorities** live here for generations that has endowed Guizhou with \*\*mysterious ethnic villages and unique minority culture.\*\*This is an ultimate tour for the nature lover and those with a desire to know more of the heart of **China’s rich cultural diversity.**
**✨ Highlights**
🏞️ Explore all the **big highlights** of Guizhou province, witness magnificent natural wonders and experience authentic minority culture.
🌊 **Top three nature spots** of Guizhou - Huangguoshu Waterfall, Libo Senic Area and Fanjing Mountain in one trip!
🥾 Hike to the top of Fanjing Mountain, the World Heritage epic site which was considered to have **"outstanding universal value"** by UNESCO. Enjoy all its highlights of peculiar rocks, strange mountains, Buddhist culture and enchanting sightseeing!
🏠 **Unique In-depth cultural experience** to the non-commercial villages, see iconic rice terrace, experience ancient paper-making, dinning and bonfire party with minority groups.
🌳 Explore the Seven Small Arches & Libo Scenic Area, which is characterized by **unique Karst landscapes**, mysterious dense forests, various living species, splendid overlapping mountains, and clear rivers and lakes.
💃 Experience the **authentic Miao cultures.** Learn the traditional Batik art in Danzhai; Join the local people to sing, dance, parties and enjoy their long-table banquet in Langde.
🌟 Discover the charm, culture and tradition that lies within the beautifully preserved walls in Zhenyuan Ancient Town. Explore a complex of **temples and pavilions** there.
**【CNY ONLY Activities】**
To celebration the 2026 Chinese New Year, we arranged a series of **immersive activities,** including fireworks, rice cake making, rice wine tasting, and special meal with the locals in the village!
**Trip Inquiry:**
Telephone/WhatsAPP:0086 15001791355
Wechat: OKDealTravel
Email: [[contact@okdealtravelchina.com](mailto:contact@okdealtravelchina.com)]([mailto:contact@okdealtravelchina.com](http://mailto:contact@okdealtravelchina.com/))
**🗺️ Itinerary**
✈️ **Day 1: Guiyang City Arrival**
Welcome to Guiyang, Guizhou! Your local guide and driver will meet you at the arrival hall of the airport, and then **escort you to your hotel.** Have a good rest for the exciting trip.
**🚌 Day 2: Guiyang - Anshun - Guiyang**
**After breakfast**, you'll drive to visit the **Huangguoshu Waterfall,** one of the largest waterfalls in China and East Asia. 101 meters wide, plunging 78 meters down into Xiniu Pool (Rhinoceros Pool), an 11-meter (36-feet) deep rhinoceros-shaped pool, and sending foam up to a height of 100 meters. The roar of the water can be heard **some kilometers away.**
**In the afternoon,** you'll drive to visit **Baojiatun,** well-preserved ancient village with a history of more than 600 years. The purpose of "Nuo Opera" is to drive away devils, disease and evil influences, and also to petition for **blessings** from the gods.
**🚌 Day 3: Guiyang - Libo**
**After breakfast,** you'll drive to vist the **Seven Small Arches Scenic Park** (Xiao Qi Kong) (3.5hrs drive). Seven Small Arches Scenic Park is a narrow valley within the natural forest. Renowned for its beauty, it affords visitors **breathtaking views** of stunning green water lakes, magnificent waterfalls that drop from the karst landform cliff, and idyllic forests that are picture postcard perfect.
**From here,** move on to **Libo Scenic Area** (40min drive) for further exploration onboard a ferry boat across the lake, an experience that provides an altogether different perspective of this stunning scenic area.
**🚌 Day 4: Libo - Kaili**
**After breakfast,** drive to Daizhai Village to experience the **"Batik Art".** Batik is a craft inherited through generations among **the Miao ethnic group** in southwest China's Guizhou. Danzhai County is a major cradle of the Miao ethnic group's batik craft. Bees wax melting, patterns drawing, indigo dyeing, and fabrics boiling are the main procedures of making batik by **local people.**
**After lunch,** you'll drive to Shiqiao to experience **ancient papermaking**.Miao people there have kept and preserved their ancient techniques and now the village is considered as the “living fossil” of ancient papermaking.
**In the evening,** you'll pay a visit and have dinner at **Qingman Miao Village local family.**
**🚌 Day 5: Kaili - Fanjing Mountain**
**After breakfast,** you'll drive to visit another Miao Village - **Langde** (1hrs drive) with totally different style from others where you could experience **the most authentic ethnic cultures.** On arriving at the entrance you could behold some beautifully dressed girls blocking your path. It's **a welcome party** and guests are allowed in after drinking their twelve courses of way-blocking wines -- **a most ceremonious etiquette.**
**After the welcoming ceremony,** you walk into the Langde Miao Village. Enjoy the **traditional performance** by Miao girls in their costumes and silver ornament; learn catching fish or Chinese embroidery at the local house.
**In the afternoon,** you'll drive to the Fanjing Mountain Scenic Area(4hrs drive) and stay there for the night.
**🚌 Day 6: Fanjing Mountain - Zhenyuan**
**After breakfast,** you'll go visit the legendary **Fanjing Mountain.** You will hike up to the eye-catching Red Clouds Golden Summit to **witness the praisable Fanjingshan Temple** built on the top, walk to the landmark mushroom-like stone, have the panorama of the vast enchanting Mount Fanjing from the best sightseeing place on the Old Golden Summit, pray at the sacred large Chen En Temple cluster, and enjoy more beautiful stones and rocks, Buddhist sites, etc.
**In the afternoon,** you'll drive to visit the **Zhenyuan Ancient Town**(2hrs drive), which has long been an ancient town of the Miao people. The town covers only an area of 3.1 square kilometers but greets you with more than 160 scenic spots including caves, palaces, pavilions, temples and rivers **with their unique architecture, exquisite engravings and marvelous natural landscape.**
✈️ **Day 7: Zhenyuan - Guiyang Departure**
Enjoy the leisure time in the ancient town, after lunch, you'll take the bus back to Guiyang City (4h drive) and departure.
**\* Please book your return flights departure after 6pm.**
**📅 Trip Dates & Pricing**
**CNY**
**Feb 15 - 21, 2026**
**Feb 17 - 23, 2026**
* **Early Bird Price : RMB 6990**
* **Full Price : RMB 7290**
* **Single Supplement : RMB** **1500**
ONLY 4 early bird spots each group, grab it now!
**What's included:**
✅ Transport: private local transport
✅ Tour guide: Expert service from an experienced English-speaking local tour guide
✅ 6-nights' accommodation: 6 nights at 3-5 star hotel in Guizhou with daily breakfast
✅ 1 lunch; 1 dinner with local cuisine
✅ Entrance Tickets and activities listed in the itinerary
✅ Travel insurance
✅ first-aid kit, water, etc
**What's not included:**
❌ Main transportation (flights) from and to Guiyang
❌ the rest of the lunch and dinner during the trip
❌ Single room supplement.
❌ Personal expenses and unexpected expenses
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60rmb for 2 hours , 6 people share a court
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2026 Full Year【8-D Classic Tibet】Lhasa-Yamdrok-Shigaste-EBC Weekly Depart
✅ Small group (4-12ppl)
✅ Tibet permit handled for you
✅ Authentic experiences of Tibetan culture
✅ All iconic attractions included
✅ 1-2 people to sign up
A classic 8-day tour that includes all of the iconic Tibet destinations, offering fabulous **monasteries**, breathtaking **high-altitude walks**, stunning views of the world’s **highest mountains** and one of the **warmest cultures** you will ever encounter.
An ideal choice to fully experience the magnificient nature and fascinating culture of the sacred land of the Himalaya.
**Destination:** Tibet, China
**Accommodation:** 4 star hotel in Lhasa and Shigatse; one night in dorm room hostel or tent in Rongbuk with limited condition
**Airport Free Picking up and Seeing Off -**
Picking Up at 10:00,13:30,16:00,18:30 everyday from Lhasa airport to city downtown
Seeing off at 06:30,08:00, 12:00 from Lhasa city downtown to the airport
**(\*if your time falls off from these committed pickup times, there will be extra 400rmb/car for private airport pickup)**
**Train station** picking up and seeing off are all **free of charge on your committed arrival and departure date.**
**Notice**
1\. Each group will be confirmed with minimum of **4** guests and **12** guests maximum
2.The dates in the form highlighted **in bold** indicate that the groups have been confirmed with more than 4 guests signed up.
📅 Trip Dates & Pricing
**Slow Season**
Jan 11-18, **16-23, 19-26,** 22-29, **25- Feb. 1,** 29 - Feb. 5
Feb 1-8, **3-10,** 5-12, 6-13, **8-15,** 9-16, 12-19, **15- 22,19-26,** **22-Mar. 1,26- Mar. 5**
Nov 1-8, 5-12, 8- 15, 12- 19,15-22, 19-26, 22-29, 26- Dec 3, 29-Dec 6
Dec 3-10, 6-13,10-17, 13-20,17-24,20-27, 24-31, 27-Jan3, 31-Jan7
**·** **Price:** RMB 6990
**·** **Single Supplement:** RMB 1400
**Normal Season**
**Mar 1-8,** 4-11, 5-12, 8-15, 12- 19,**15-22,** **19-26,** 22-29, **25-Apr 1, 29 - Apr 5,** 30 - Apr. 6
**Apr. 1-8, 3-10, 5-12, 7-14, 9-16,11-18, 13-20, 16-23,**18- 25, **20-27, 23-30, 25- May 2, 27-May 4, 29-May 6**
**May 1-8,** 3-10, 6-13, 8-15, **10-17,**11-18, 13-20, **14- 21,** 16-23,**17 -24,19-26,** 20-27, 22-29, **24-31,** May 25- Jun 1, 27 - Jun 3, 29-Jun 5
Oct 11-18, 12-19,14-21, 16-23, **19-26,** 21-28, 23-30, 25-Nov 1, 27-Nov3, 29-Nov5
**·** **Price:** RMB 7890
**·** **Single Supplement:** RMB 1560
**Peak Tour Season**
June. 1-8, 3-10, **5-12, 7-14,** 9-16, 11-18, **14-19,**15-22, **16-23,** 17-24, 19-26, 21-28, **25 - July 2, 27 - July 4,** 29 - July 6
July. 1-8, 3-10, **5-12,8-15**
**Aug. 21-28**, 23-30,**26-Sep 2**, 28-Sep 4, 30-Sep6
Sep 2-9, 4-11, 6-13, 9-16, **11-18,**13-20,16-23,**18-23**
**·** **Price:** RMB 8390
**·** **Single Supplement:** RMB 1740
**TOP Peak Tour Season**
July 10-17, 12-19, **15-22,**17-24, 20-27, 22- 29, 24-31, 26-Aug 2, 29-Aug 5, 31-Aug 7
Aug 3-10, 5-12, 7-14, 9-16, **11-18,** 14-19, 16-23, 18-25
Sep 20-27, 23-30, **25-Oct 2,** 27-Oct4, 30-Oct 7
Oct1-8, 4-11, **6-13,** 8-15
**·** **Price:** RMB 8990
**·** **Single Supplement:** RMB 1980
**Discounted Price For -**
\* **200rmb/person off** discount price for **citizens from China including HK&Macao**
\* Free of Charge for the children under 3 years old, half price for children between 4-11 years old and full price charged to children above 12 years old
**🗺️ Itinerary Highlights**
**Day 1 · Lhasa arrival, free time**
🚌 70kms \| 1h
🏨 Thangka Hotel Lhasa or similar
⛰️ 3650m
**Day 2 · Lhasa City Sightseeing**
✨Visit Drepung Monastery and Sera Monastery Debating
🏨 Thangka Hotel Lhasa or similar
🥞 Breakfast; Welcome Dinner
⛰️ 3650m
**Day 3 · Lhasa City Sightseeing**
✨Potala Palace; Local Folks Activities; Johkang Temple;Local Tea House Experience
🏨 Thangka Hotel Lhasa or similar
🥞 Breakfast; Tea Break
⛰️ 3650m
**Day 4 · Lhasa - Yamdrotso - Gyatse - Shigatse**
✨ Yamdrotso Lake, Local rural family visiting & Farm lunch; Karola Glacier
🏨 Schery Hotel Shigatse or similar
🚌 360kms \| 8h
🥞 Breakfast; farm lunch
⛰️ 3650m - 5030m - 3600m
**Day 5 ·Shigatse - Tingri - Everest Base Camp**
✨ overlooking Mt. Everest and the Gawula view point visit Rongpuk Monastery (3.3km to EBC, you could take a short hike there if you like)
🏨 Everest Base Camp Guest House (dorm bed)
🚌 340kms \| 8h
🥞 None
⛰️ 3650m - 4300m - 5200m
**Day 6 ·Mt. Everest - Dingyal-Shigatse:Everest East sideViewpoint, Farewell Dinner**
✨Savor the beautiful moments of the early morning. Visit Rongbuk Monastery, the world's highest-altitude monastery. Drive to the Xilin View point to admire the breathtaking views of the eastern slope of Everest, and Mt. Lhotse. Share a traditional Tibetan dinner and enjoy the distinctive folk songs and dances of Shigatse.
🏨 Schery Hotel Shigatse or similar
🚌 360kms \| 8h
🥞 Breakfast; Dinner with Song and Dance Performance
⛰️ 5200m - 4300m - 3600m
**Day 7 · Shigaste - Lhasa**
**✨** Tashilhunpo Monastery; Yarlung Zangbo River
🏨Gang-Gyan Hotel Lhasa or similar
🚌 280kms; 5h
🥞 Breakfast
⛰️3650m
**Day 8 · Lhasa departure**
**🥞** Breakfast
**Price includes:**
**√ All necessary travel permits for Tibet** (mainland Chinese/HK citizen waived)
√ Tourist bus/minibus transportation with experienced local driver during tour and between airport/train station and Hotel at designated period of time
√ 6 nights accommondation: twin shared rooms with breakfast - 6 nights at 4-star hotel; 1 night at EBC area with limited condition and no breakfast.
√ All admission fee of tourists sites listed in the itinerary
√ Welcome dinner in D2, Tea break in D3 and Dinner with song and dance performance in D6.
√ Experienced Local Tibetan private guide
√ Travel insurance
**Price does not include:**
× Main transportation (flights/train)
× Lunches except D4 and dinners Except D2 during the trip
x Tips to driver and tour guide \*not mandatory
× Single room supplement
× Invoice and all personal expenses
× Airport/train station pickup/see off out of your group dates dates or shuttle bus schedule
**What you should bring:**
**1\. Clothing**
1-2 pairs of durable shoes, mid-weight (may-sep) waterproof clothes (dress in layers); hat (to prevent from UV and strong wind); high-quality socks
**2\. Personal Hygiene and Toiletry Items**
Sun block SPF 50+, lip balm SPF 50+, moisturizing skincare products, anti-bacterial hand sanitizer, wipes, feminine products, shaving products; (for 1 night in Rongbuk: travel size soap and shampoo, toothbrush and tooth paste, disposable towel, ear plugs, etc)
**3\. Others**
Original passport, basic medicines, waterbottle, camera, energy snacks, power bank, books, etc
**About high altitude sickness:**
The average altitude of Tibet is about **4000 meters** above the sea level (Lhasa: 3700m; Shigatse: 3836m; EBC: 5100m;). You may suffer from High Altitude Sickness in the beginning days of your Tibet trip. But don’t worry too much, **the high altitude can be acclimatized usually in 2\~3 days**. Our suggestion is to take a physical examination and get suggestions from your doctor, and medicines like aspirin is helpful to ease the headache. (drinking coke is also helpful). While in Tibet, you should **keep warm all the time**, avoid running, drink more water and eat more vegetables and carbohydrates. We suggest you to not take showers during the first day after your arrival at Tibet. If you don’t feel well, get help from your tour guide or go to the hospital without any delay.
Scooter Adventure Tour in Shanghai
Embark on an exhilarating e-bike adventure through the vibrant city of Shanghai! Our E-Bike Tour offers an exciting and eco-friendly way to explore the city’s dynamic blend of historic charm and modern innovation. Whether you're a local or a visitor, this tour is the perfect way to experience Shanghai from a unique perspective.
What to Expect:
1\. Scooter\-Electric Bike Exploration: Start your journey with a stylish and eco\-friendly scooter electric bike\, designed for comfort and efficiency\. Our state\-of\-the\-art e\-bikes offer a smooth ride\, allowing you to effortlessly navigate Shanghai’s bustling streets and scenic pathways\.
2\. Iconic Landmarks: Pedal through Shanghai’s iconic landmarks\, including the historic Bund\, where you can marvel at the stunning contrast between colonial architecture and futuristic skyscrapers\. Discover the charm of the French Concession\, with its tree\-lined streets and quaint cafés\.
3\. Hidden Gems: Our expert guides will take you off the beaten path to uncover Shanghai’s hidden gems\. Explore local markets\, traditional neighborhoods\, and serene parks that are often missed by typical tourists\.
4\. Cultural Insights: Learn about Shanghai’s rich history and culture as you ride\. Our knowledgeable guides will share fascinating stories and insights about the city’s past and present\, enriching your experience\.
5\. Scenic Views: Enjoy breathtaking views of Shanghai’s skyline from vantage points that are easily accessible by e\-bike\. Capture stunning photos and experience the city’s beauty from a new angle\.
6\. Safety and Comfort: Your safety and comfort are our top priorities\. We provide helmets\, safety instructions\, and briefings to ensure you have a safe and enjoyable ride\. Our e\-bikes are regularly maintained for optimal performance\.
Tour Details:
Price: 500RMB
Duration: Approximately 3.5 hours
Start Time: 3pm everyday
Meeting Point: Exit 8 Zhongshan park station which is centrally located in Shanghai
Included: Scooter, helmet, guide
Contact: Add my Wechat 13052007784 or Call me directly to book the tour.
Join us for an unforgettable e-bike adventure through Shanghai! Book your tour today and experience the city in a fun, modern, and eco-friendly way.
Jingan gymnasium Tuesday social badminton event
what is the best way to spend your weekend ? come to join us for badminton to have fun! please prepare racket by yourself , shuttlecock will be provided , add my WeChat : ellenliu12345 to sign up by our WeChat group . 60 RMB for 2 hours , we play double for fun game , 6 people share one court
Jingan gymnasium Friday social badminton event
what is the best way to spend your weekend ? come to join us for badminton to have fun! please prepare racket by yourself , shuttlecock will be provided , add my WeChat : ellenliu12345 to sign up by our WeChat group . 60 RMB for 2 hours , we play double for fun game , 6 people share one court
Let's meet up for beautiful french wines which made from independent winemakers!
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Natural Building Events This Week
Discover what is happening in the next few days
YEJO-1.25 Wild Horseback Day 6KM Beginner
YEJO Circle-Refreshing, Inspiring & Empowering Life
云玖精社 - 清新 启迪 有力 之 生命
Sunset Riders
* Wild Horseback Day
野地骑乘 马背欢愉
* 森林野骑
Per Person: 699 RMB 费用
Booking at page end 请至页面底部报名
Would you like to enjoy nature through unique approach but not to have to go too far from Shanghai? Try horse riding for one day - a nice program set up in a Shanghai area, where you can unite with nature and share your passion with other horse lovers… About the Retreat The Fantastic feeling of riding in the wild is the combination of the close harmony with nature and the one under you: the horse… One ballad in nature will surely bring a lot of fun and passion!
**Itinerary**
12:30 Private transfer from Shanghai to the ranch
13:45 Arrive at the Park and the ranch
14:00 Intro to equipment, horse allocation, Riding skills
14:20 Wild Ride – about 6 Km
15:30 Rest and enjoy the nature ( Or if we reach more people, teram II riding time sequenced by booking time)
17:00 Private transfer back to Shanghai
18:15 Arrive in Shanghai city
**日程安排**
12:30 专车从上海集体出发
13:45 到达公园和马场
14:00 基础技巧了解,穿装备,马匹对应
14:20 野骑 6 公里 约1小时
15:30 放松,大自然中休息 ( 或人数到达的话第二队按照报名先后排序)
17:00 返程
18:15 回到上海
Safety Points For Riding
Don't loose the reins - it is your handle to stop
Don't go too close to each other, don't try to pass the front horse (There is a hierarchy between the horses, it will put them under stress)
In the woods watch out the branches and stay in the middle of the road
Don't go fast with the horse on the road because he can slide and fall off
Don't walk behind a horse (he can kick you)
Keep calm (the horse feels your mood)
Don't shout (you will scare the horse and they can go faster)
Don't hold too tight or to loose - ensure clear commands and communication with a horse
Equipment (Needs to be prepared by each participant)
* Flat undersole Sport shoes or riding boots
* Rain coat (in case it rains)
* long pants
* Gloves (optional)
* Drinking water
* Weather protection, according to the season
The ranch will prepare : Helmets, chaps, vest, gloves
Included:包含
* Transportation From & Back to Shanghai 交通费
* National Forest Park entry ticket 森林公园门票
* 1 Wild rides about 10 Km, with a coach 马场教练及野骑6公里
* Insurance 个人保险
Not Included 不包含
* Other peosonal expense 其他个人消费
One day Hangzhou Tea Plantation by high speed train
Itinery:
9:00 AM, Arrive at Hangzhou east train station,
Take metro to West lake for walking tour in the spring. Lunch break,
Hiking at Dragon well tea plantation,Faxi Buddhist temple,
6:00PM finish the hiking and take train back to Shanghai.
Please book the train ticket in advanced which will be sold our soon.
Cost: free to participate, train ticket, food exclude.
After sign up, please add the host wechat via hawk_cn
行程:上午9点高铁到达杭州东站,西湖苏提漫步,法喜寺祈福,徒步至龙井村午餐,下午徒步十里琅珰茶园,九溪十八涧,下午7点结束徒步乘坐地铁回到杭州东站,**请自行提前购买往返火车票。**
费用:免费参与,火车票,餐费自理
Hangzhou, the capital of Zhejiang Province in East China, has been reputed highly as the “Paradise City” for more than 1,000 years. As one of the seven ancient capitals in China, it was once the “City of Heaven, the most magnificent in all over the world” by Marco Polo. Also, this idyllic dreamy place keeping its own poetic charm still ranks top among the most beautiful, quiet and elegant cities in China nowadays.
杭州西湖,柳枝轻拂,桃花绽放。每一缕春风,都带着江南的诗意。每一朵桃花,都藏着春的密语,每一根柳枝,都摇曳着岁月的温柔。漫步湖畔,目之所及,皆是大自然馈赠的浪漫诗行。
Dragon Well Tea plantations!
Located southwest of West Lake, Long Jing Tea Plantations are one of the most gorgeous places in Hangzhou. Long Jing is also known as “No. 1 Tea Village” with growing plantations of almost 800 acres of Long Jing Tea. In Long Jing Mountains Park which is located in the Long Jing Tea Village you can discover many attractions related to tea culture, watch the process of tea roasting and drink famous Long Jing Tea in the hundred-year old teahouse. Incidentally, Long Jing Tea Village is an amazing place for taking pictures for your Instagram so be prepared and do not lose a chance to visit this charming place right now.
画舫推开三月的烟波,垂柳蘸着桃色在碧空写意。苏堤春晓揉碎了千年月光,烟雨裁成白居易的诗行,新燕衔着苏东坡的韵脚掠过断桥。茶山捧出龙井的嫩芽,把时光酿成一杯清欢。你与江南,只差一个西湖之春——看黛色山岚漫过亭台,看落花驮着宋词款款入画。此刻,风是吴侬软语,水是流动的平仄。
杭州市有“人间天堂”的美誉,以风景秀丽著称于世。龙井问茶是新西湖十景之一,位于龙井村内,是走访龙井茶文化的著名景点,也是西湖龙井的主
Hangzhou, the capital of Zhejiang Province in East China, has been reputed highly as the “Paradise City” for more than 1,000 years. As one of the seven ancient capitals in China, it was once the “City of Heaven, the most magnificent in all over the world” by Marco Polo. Also, this idyllic dreamy place keeping its own poetic charm still ranks top among the most beautiful, quiet and elegant cities in China nowadays.
Dragon Well Tea plantations!
Located southwest of West Lake, Long Jing Tea Plantations are one of the most gorgeous places in Hangzhou. Long Jing is also known as “No. 1 Tea Village” with growing plantations of almost 800 acres of Long Jing Tea. In Long Jing Mountains Park which is located in the Long Jing Tea Village you can discover many attractions related to tea culture, watch the process of tea roasting and drink famous Long Jing Tea in the hundred-year old teahouse. Incidentally, Long Jing Tea Village is an amazing place for taking pictures for your Instagram so be prepared and do not lose a chance to visit this charming place right now.
作为一座显赫一时的千年古刹,上天竺法喜寺以其佛教文化内涵和其独擅胜场的景色吸引人。古人赞上天竺景色称:“万竹参霄,碧荫数里,寂然空谷,惟闻泉声。
**法喜讲寺**,又名**上天竺**,座落在杭州市天竺山白云峰麓。与西湖周围山水诸胜相连,东接中印寺、灵隐寺,南越琅珰岭通龙井、五云山,西出梅灵隧道即为云栖、梅坞诸景。
现在法喜讲寺的殿宇主要有山门、天王殿、圆通宝殿、大雄宝殿、藏经楼、毗卢殿等建筑,布局庄严,错落有致。千年古刹再现昔日胜景。
法喜寺整个寺庙依山而建,历史上以观音灵验、香火兴旺而闻名大江南北,历代许多帝王临幸上天竺敬香朝拜。尤其是明清以来,每到春香时节,浙东苏南各地的香客纷纷前来天竺敬香,形成每年一度的“天竺香市”,延续至今,经久不衰。
Shangtianzhu Temple is also known as Faxi Temple. It is located at No. 239, Tianzhu Road, Xihu District, Hangzhou. It has a history of over one thousand years and is one of the origins of the Chinese white-dressed Guanyin. Inside the temple, there are ancient buildings such as the Tibetan Buddhist Temple, the Liangfeng Hall, the Thousand Buddhas’ Pavilion, and the Huanghua Pavilion. There are also the Baiyunfeng, Ruituofeng and Ruituoquan scenic attractions nearby. It is a great place to visit and worship the Buddha.
If you come to Hangzhou as a pious supplicant,you don't necessarily have tovist Lingyin Temple-there are so many people there,how could the Buddha respond to all their prayers?The three temples of Tianzhu:Faxi,Fajing and Fa-jing are just next to Lingyin Temple,and are much quieter,purer places compared to the crowded clamour of Lingyin Temple.The Buddha can do his best to answer your prayers there,as you are the only one before him.
不尽西湖美,一品龙井香。
人间天堂,茶韵之都,寻茶杭州,欲把西湖比西子,从来佳茗似
Inquiring About Tea at Dragon Well.
**Longjing (Dragon Well) green tea**
Located just south of Hangzhou province's beautiful West Lake, Longjing is home to China's most celebrated green tea, the color of jade, and has the fresh aroma of chestnuts and cut grass.
The best time to visit the area is during China's Qing Ming Festival (usually April), when most picking and roasting take place.
Longjing's tea villages and plantations are connected by a cycle pathway and a bus route. Longjing is home to the China National Tea Museum
Among the temples, pagodas, and gardens lining the shores of nearby West Lake sit many small tea houses where Longjing tea can be enjoyed in a relaxed atmosphere.
漫步被岁月翻新的茶山,感受自然的馈赠与历史的沉淀。
乾隆下江南时曾经到胡公庙,细细品龙井茶后,对其称赞不绝并亲自将胡公庙前的十八棵龙井茶树列为御茶从此杭州龙井茶开始冠绝天下. Longjing village's tea plantations. At over 1200 years old Longjing offers history and culture in abundance.
清朝乾隆皇帝六巡江南,四访龙井,作了《再游龙井作》,诗中写道:“问山得路宜晴后,汲水烹茶正雨前。”明代文人高濂在《四时幽赏录》中提到:“西湖之泉,以虎跑为最。两山之茶,以龙井为佳。”虎跑泉配龙井茶,是大自然馈赠给杭州的珍品。
独步天下的龙井茶,以“色绿、香郁、味甘、形美”著称。一片片青绿的茶叶,不仅是茶农勤劳致富的依靠,更是经过西湖山水温润的历史文化,是千百年来一代代杭州人的烟火人间。
茶为国饮 杭为茶都中国茶叶博物馆是全国唯一的茶专题博物馆,也逐步成为西湖风景的一个不可或缺的组成
中国茶叶博物馆坐落于风景秀丽的茶都杭州,西湖龙井茶园环绕馆区四周,是我国唯一以茶和茶文化为主题的国家级专题博物馆。共有双峰馆区(龙井路88号)和龙井馆区(翁家山268号),两馆区占地面积共12.2万平方米,建筑面积共1.3万平方米。博物馆集茶主题文化展示、科普宣传、学术研究、国际交流、茶艺培训、互动体验及品茗、会务、休闲等服务功能于一体,是向世界展现中国茶历史文化的重要窗口,也是市民游客茶文化旅游活动的乐园。
China National Tea Museum
This charming themed museum dedicated to tea culture is also located in Long Jing Tea Village in the southwest of West Lake. The museum has variety of exhibition halls, each with a different tea-focused theme, such as tea history, extract, affairs, culture and tools. It is an amazing place where you can learn almost everything about tea and see treasured teas with thousand years of history. One more reason for visiting this museum is that it has a tea ceremony area where you can enjoy fresh tea in a calm and quiet atmosphere.
Nine Creeks Meandering Through a Misty Forest!
This scenie spot is situated among the wooded hills southwest of West Lake. formerly known as Nine Creeks and Eighteen Gullies.Or it is simply called Nine Creeks. As it remains as natural as ever,with serene rustic charms.
九溪烟树并非以名胜古迹见长,而是以意境深幽的自然景观取胜。每年的4月-10月是丰水期,也是游九溪最好的季节,否则可能看不到瀑布,溪流也较小。
Connections spark ideas, and ideas build futures. 相遇激发火花,火花点燃明天
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**Why Face-to-Face Still Matters**
Technology has made video conferencing a marvel of modern communication. Yet even world leaders cross continents to meet in person. Why? Because nothing compares to the trust and understanding that come from being physically present—reading body language, sharing energy, and building authentic connections.
**Karen’s Saturday Social & Business Networking Meetup**
📍 **Location:** People’s Square, Shanghai
🗓️ **Time:** Saturday afternoon
💴 **Fee:** 50 RMB (includes unlimited beer & soft drinks)
What to Expect:
* Exchange ideas and pitch your projects or products
* Build both professional and social connections
* Grow your network in a relaxed, open setting
Come for the opportunity. Stay for the conversations. Leave with new connections that spark future possibilities.
👉 **To join:** Please add Karen on WeChat at **GD-Karen**
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People square - Jingan Citywalk
Historic Jing'an Citywalk.
Meeting time: Wednesday evening 7:00 PM
Cost: free to participate, no show penalty is RMB 18 after sign up.
After sign up, Please add the host wechat via hawk_cn
Meeting point: Exit 3 of People Square metro station, Line 1/2/8
This Wednesday evening, let's explore historic Jing'an area. Starting from Starbucks Rostery near West Nanjing road metro before we stroll to just renovated Zhangyuan. Then we pall Fun min road before we arrive at Jing'an temple.
Starbucks Roastery in Shanghai, the world’s largest and a Flagship for Starbucks. The Roastery is both a factory and store, creating a rich sensorial experience wherein customers can watch and follow the coffee roasting process while sampling a variety of coffee beans and preparation styles from around the world.
Historic Zhang's Garden reopens as a boutique destination
Zhangyuan, or Zhang's Garden, opened in 1885 as China's first modern pleasure garden, but it later decayed into a neighborhood of dilapidated houses. Its former glory has now been restored in the latest round of urban renewal.
Zhang Yuan, a community of hundreds of shikumen (a style featuring Western and Chinese elements) houses in downtown Shanghai's Jing'an district, reopen to the public on Dec 1 2022 after four years of protective renovation.
Zhang Yuan, a community of hundreds of shikumen (a style featuring Western and Chinese elements) houses in downtown Shanghai's Jing'an district, will partially reopen to the public on Dec 1 after four years of protective renovation.
Located just off Nanjing Road West at the corner of Taixing Road and Wujiang Road, Zhang Yuan - or Zhang's Garden - is widely known as Shanghai's largest, best-preserved and most diverse shikumen compound.
The compound was named after its founding owner Zhang Shuhe (1850-1919), a merchant from Wuxi in Jiangsu province. Zhang had bought a piece of farmland in Shanghai from a Briton named Francis Groom before building a garden home for his mother.
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Saturday Shanghai Board Games in Fudan University Science park
Connect with fun-loving, young-at-heart single players (ages 20–45) at a relaxed, board games-inspired evening.
Talkspace help visitors, international friends, business professionals, and newcomers integrate into local life, explore local culture, and build language and emotional connections.
Talkspace 帮助新到一个城市的旅游者、出差者、工作者能够更加快速的融入到这个新的城市和了解更加地道的当地文化。致力于帮助个人培养语言、沟通能力。建立人与人的语言链接与情感链接空间。
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现场也会有一些零食和水果
There will also be some snacks and fruits available.
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EARLY BIRD早鸟票¥40 = 6$ 【set going On meetup before is early bird 】
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🟢Talkspace International Students Language Exchange 复旦同济留学生交流会🟢
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Suzhou Creek and North Bund Walking Tour
Suzhou Creek and North Bund Walking Tour
Come with me for a stroll along my favorite part of Suzhou Creek and North Bund, passing numerous historical sites and culture landmarks while enjoying some natural peace and quiet at the same time. The entire route is about 5 kilometers long and aims to lead participants in reading architecture, appreciating culture, and engaging with history and meet and greet new friends on the tour..
Suzhou Creek, the biggest tributary of the Huangpu, runs through central areas of the city and stretches from the Outer Ring to the Bund.
Suzhou creek waterfront has been revitalized in recent years to provide uninterrupted walking paths, new gardens and ample resting areas.
The riverbanks in Huangpu District, about 3 kilometers from Chengdu Road Bridge to Waibaidu Bridge near the Bund, has become a pedestrian-favored corridor
Let us enjoy the enchanting scenery of the Suzhou Creek not only on foot,
Waibaidu Bridge (Garden bridge)
This is China’s first all-steel bridge and, in Shanghai style, lights up in different colors in the evening. This steel bridge from 1907 is one of a few unequal height truss bridge in China. It played a part in numerous books and movies With its rich history and unique design, it is a symbol of ShanghaiSimply enjoy the walk on the wooden deck of this old bridge
Suzhou Creek holds a special place in the hearts of Shanghai residents. The region's silks and ceramics were carried along the Maritime Silk Road in the Tang Dynasty (AD 618-907), and centuries later the area became an early industrial hub of the city.
Since Shanghai was forced to open its port in 1843, the creek has been the backdrop for dramatic landmarks in the city's history. It was the scene of wartime suffering and the birthplace of China's earliest national industries.
North Bund offers innovation, history, stunning skyline views
Shanghai’s riverside areas have already been transformed with greenery and walking paths, shikumen residences are being renovated, and the historic North Bund is becoming the city’s “most beautiful parlor.” Let's have a walk along North Bund, a gem with stunning views of the Lujiazui skyline, plenty of thrilling adventures to get up to, and countless photo-worthy moments waiting for you to capture.
A Cup of Tea and Practical Business Insights on China
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The picture above was taken in the compound of **Baoshan Temple** (寶山寺), it is a Buddhist temple located on the banks of the Lianqi River in the town of Baoshan District, Shanghai.
Hi, my name is Nigel.
I graduated from Nanjing University of Aeronautics and Astronautics and began my career designing rocket components for China’s aerospace program. So unlike the so-called “rocket scientists” on Wall Street, I am the real deal.
For the past 20 years, I have helped foreign businesses achieve a smooth landing in China, navigating everything from market strategy and regulatory compliance to local partnerships and execution. I speak the languages of engineering, mathematics, and cross-border business.
Let us have a cup of tea at a peaceful Buddhist temple and talk business. We can brainstorm practical, real-world approaches to doing business in China.
My associate and I also host business networking events and organize trips around China for professionals and entrepreneurs.
Please add the WhatsApp contact above to connect and confirm details.
Natural Building Events Near You
Connect with your local Natural Building community
For Adults: Beginner Macrame Plant Hangers
For Adults: Beginner Macrame Plant Hangers
January 31, 2026 @ 2:00 pm - 3:00 pm
Create a basic cord plant hanger and then practice some simple macrame knots to use in future projects.
Hosted by Metro Parks
VENUE
Inniswood Metro Gardens
940 S. Hempstead Rd.
Westerville, OH 43081
Phone
(614)895-6216
The Power of the Subconscious Mind - Free Lecture
**How to take control of your subconscious and harness its power!**
Join us for an eye-opening lecture where the speaker will break down complex ideas in a clear and practical way.
You’ll gain insights into:
✅ The true definition of the subconscious
✅ How it generates unwanted emotions
✅ Its real purpose and function
✅ What determines the pressure it exerts on you
And the most important topic:
**How do you take control of your subconscious!**
But this isn’t just another lecture where you sit and listen passively. It’s interactive and engaging—you can ask questions at any time.
📅 Reserve your spot now!
Seats are limited, so don’t wait too long to sign up.
Location: 1266 Dublin Rd, Columbus, OH 43215
Hosted by the Hubbard Dianetics Foundation
DevOps Columbus January: Learn Infrastructure-as-Code Through Minecraft
## Details
\#\# Learn Infrastructure\-as\-Code \(the FUN Way\) — Through Minecraft 🎮☁️
**Joint Meetup: DevOps Columbus - Azure CBUS - Columbus HashiCorp User Group**
What if learning Terraform and Infrastructure-as-Code didn’t feel like a whitepaper… but more like a game?
Join us for a joint DevOps Columbus, Azure CBUS and Columbus HashiCorp User Group meetup where **Mark Tinderholt** \(Principal Architect\, Microsoft Azure \| HashiCorp Ambassador \| “The Azure Terraformer”\) shows how **Minecraft** can be used as a surprisingly powerful way to understand real-world Infrastructure-as-Code concepts.
In this session, Mark will demonstrate how Terraform and Azure can be used to provision, configure, and manage Minecraft servers—while teaching the same patterns you’d use for production cloud infrastructure.
\#\#\# What we’ll cover
* Infrastructure-as-Code fundamentals using **Terraform**
* Provisioning real infrastructure on **Azure**
* Applying **IaC best practices** (immutability, repeatability, versioning)
* How playful environments like Minecraft make complex concepts *click*
* Why learning through experimentation beats click-ops every time
\#\#\# Who should attend
* Developers, platform engineers, and cloud engineers
* Terraform users (new or experienced)
* Anyone curious about Infrastructure-as-Code but tired of boring examples
* Minecraft fans who want to see it used in a totally unexpected way
No prior Minecraft experience required—just curiosity and a willingness to learn infrastructure the fun way.
Come for the blocks, stay for the Terraform. 🧱➡️📐
Azure CBUS January: Learn Infrastructure-as-Code Through Minecraft
## Learn Infrastructure-as-Code (the FUN Way) — Through Minecraft 🎮☁️
**Joint Meetup: Azure CBUS × Columbus HashiCorp User Group × DevOps Columbus**
What if learning Terraform and Infrastructure-as-Code didn’t feel like a whitepaper… but more like a game?
Join us for a joint Azure CBUS, Columbus HashiCorp User Group, and DevOps Columbus meetup where **Mark Tinderholt** \(Principal Architect\, Microsoft Azure \| HashiCorp Ambassador \| “The Azure Terraformer”\) shows how **Minecraft** can be used as a surprisingly powerful way to understand real-world Infrastructure-as-Code concepts.
In this session, Mark will demonstrate how Terraform and Azure can be used to provision, configure, and manage Minecraft servers—while teaching the same patterns you’d use for production cloud infrastructure.
### What we’ll cover
* Infrastructure-as-Code fundamentals using **Terraform**
* Provisioning real infrastructure on **Azure**
* Applying **IaC best practices** (immutability, repeatability, versioning)
* How playful environments like Minecraft make complex concepts *click*
* Why learning through experimentation beats click-ops every time
### Who should attend
* Developers, platform engineers, and cloud engineers
* Terraform users (new or experienced)
* Anyone curious about Infrastructure-as-Code but tired of boring examples
* Minecraft fans who want to see it used in a totally unexpected way
No prior Minecraft experience required—just curiosity and a willingness to learn infrastructure the fun way.
Come for the blocks, stay for the Terraform. 🧱➡️📐
Want to be a speaker? submit your talk to our Call for Presenters!!!
https://sessionize.com/azure-cbus-2026/
Soul Soothing Sound Bath Experience
Join Sacred Sound Alchemy Columbus for a transformative Sound Bath experience that will take you on a journey of self-discovery and healing. Immerse yourself in the powerful vibrations of various sound instruments like crystal singing bowls and rain drums, carefully orchestrated to balance your chakras and uplift your spirit. The soothing sounds will help you release negative energy, reduce stress, and promote deep relaxation.
This event is perfect for those seeking a moment of tranquility and a chance to connect with their inner selves. Whether you are new to sound healing or a seasoned practitioner, you will benefit from the harmonious frequencies that will resonate with your body and soul. Come and allow yourself to be enveloped in a wave of healing energy, leaving you refreshed, rejuvenated, and ready for life's next chapter.
Please bring something comfortable to lay on like a yoga mat. Being a pillow for your head or for under your knees and a blanket to cover over yourou. The library can get cold. Bring some water to help flush your body for after the session.
Columbus HUG January: Learn Infrastructure-as-Code Through Minecraft
## Learn Infrastructure-as-Code (the FUN Way) — Through Minecraft 🎮☁️
**Joint Meetup: Azure CBUS × Columbus HashiCorp User Group**
What if learning Terraform and Infrastructure-as-Code didn’t feel like a whitepaper… but more like a game?
Join us for a joint Azure CBUS and Columbus HashiCorp User Group meetup where **Mark Tinderholt** \(Principal Architect\, Microsoft Azure \| HashiCorp Ambassador \| “The Azure Terraformer”\) shows how **Minecraft** can be used as a surprisingly powerful way to understand real-world Infrastructure-as-Code concepts.
In this session, Mark will demonstrate how Terraform and Azure can be used to provision, configure, and manage Minecraft servers—while teaching the same patterns you’d use for production cloud infrastructure.
### What we’ll cover
* Infrastructure-as-Code fundamentals using **Terraform**
* Provisioning real infrastructure on **Azure**
* Applying **IaC best practices** (immutability, repeatability, versioning)
* How playful environments like Minecraft make complex concepts *click*
* Why learning through experimentation beats click-ops every time
### Who should attend
* Developers, platform engineers, and cloud engineers
* Terraform users (new or experienced)
* Anyone curious about Infrastructure-as-Code but tired of boring examples
* Minecraft fans who want to see it used in a totally unexpected way
No prior Minecraft experience required—just curiosity and a willingness to learn infrastructure the fun way.
Come for the blocks, stay for the Terraform. 🧱➡️📐
Want to be a speaker? submit your talk to our Call for Presenters!!!
https://sessionize.com/cbus-hug-2026/



















