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Chongli stands as the Chinese equivalent of Davos

[2016-09-05 08:45]

Much of Zhangjiakou lies in the transitional terrain between the mountains and the plains. Called "ba" by the locals, it refers to an elevation of 1,200-1,400 meters above sea level, which means it is several degrees cooler in summer than places like Beijing and hence a perfect retreat from the heat.

A lost capital haunted by ghosts and history

[2016-09-05 08:45]

The Mongol Empire spanned much of Asia and Europe. It built four capital cities, the least known of which is Zhongdu, or Central Capital.

Following grapes on a funneled path

[2016-09-05 08:45]

Grapes are grown almost everywhere there is human habitation.

A different kind of Great Wall

[2016-09-05 08:45]

When you visit Zhangjiakou, you've got to take a photo in front of the Big Mirror Gate. It's the landmark of the city. Also, who can resist a chance to scale the Great Wall in less than a minute and boast about it when other sections of the wall are so forbidding?

Comprehensive solutions create headquarters economy

[2016-09-04 08:10]

Enterprises both foreign and domestic have been wooed by the "headquarters economy" of Guangzhou Tianhe central business district, as it strives to cater for high-end companies and high net-worth professionals.

Focus on livability for future development

[2016-09-04 08:10]

Despite being known for its so-called headquarters economy, Guangzhou Tianhe central business district is keen to emphasize its livability.

International lifestyle adds interest for residents

[2016-09-04 08:10]

Naoko Tsukada has been living in Tianhe central business district in Guangzhou for more than two years. The 44-year-old Japanese housewife moved to the capital of Guangdong province from a northern city in 2014 after her husband was transferred to work in the southern Chinese city.

Competition among CBDs becoming ever fiercer

[2016-09-04 08:10]

Guangzhou, capital of Guangdong province, is a South China trading center with centuries of history and a bright future.

What they say

[2016-09-04 08:10]

One of my first concerns before coming to China was safety. This country is culturally so different that you don't know what to expect beforehand. But once I got here I realized there's nothing to be afraid of. People are super friendly, helpful and respectful. This is the safest city I ever lived in.