Chinese Megacities
Hong Kong is one of China’s largest cities. It is also a city with quite a particular history. As you probably know, Hong Kong was a British colony for over 150 years. Today, though a special administrative region, the city is Chinese. There is nowhere in the world like Hong Kong. Tall green hills, the […]
Located in the middle of China, Wuhan is one of the country’s main traffic corridors. The city serves as a major connection between east, west, north, and south. Nature wise, Wuhan boasts water all around. The Mighty Yangtze River crosses the city center, and lakes extend in all directions. Additionally, the city has an impressive […]
Nanjing has a special place in Chinese history. The city was the capital of several great kingdoms and governments. That’s why Nanjing is essential in understanding China’s history. The city delicately balances the old and new, the traditional and the modern. Its impressive 14th century city wall can still be seen today, together with several […]
Shenzhen is the latest addition to our list of Chinese megacities. This vibrant city grew out of nothing to become one of the largest cities in the country. Shenzhen is thoroughly modern, with wide avenues and modern skyscrapers. Fantastic architecture is everywhere, interspersed by wonderful parks and thematic scenic spots. Not only that. Several ancient […]
China’s fourth-largest city is an architect’s dream. As Shanghai, Tianjin opened to the world in the 1850s. Fortunately, some structures from that period have survived to this day. However, Tianjin is more low-key than its counterparts. Perhaps this is due to its proximity to Beijing. No city can compete with the glory of the imperial […]