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After Dark Explorations: The Night Markets of Shijiazhuang
After Dark Explorations: The Night Markets of Shijiazhuang
Jul 26, 2011

Shijiazhuang may not be a coastal city or a huge metropolis, but it still has a very vibrant nightlife. In recent years, many commercial streets have opened in the city, and their night markets are definitely worth a visit. Here, we introduce four different sides of Shijiazhuang’s nightlife: areas greats for brushing up on the local history, getting some (or too many) drinks, buying random Chinese knick-knacks, or haggling for some clothes. Minsheng Lu Folk Culture Street. Photo: wzsjz 1) Minsheng Lu Folk Culture... Read More>>

Western Restaurants in Shijiazhuang? You Must Be Kidding!
May 20, 2011
Western Restaurants in Shijiazhuang? You Must Be Kidding!

Yes folks, even cultural backwater Shijiazhuang now has some decent Western restaurants to be proud of. They may not be as luxurious or diverse as the myriad choices in the capital, but if you don’t... Read More>>

A Guide to Shijiazhuang’s Bars
Mar 15, 2011
A Guide to Shijiazhuang’s Bars

Even though Shijiazhuang has accumulated a number of bars, the city’s bar scene still leaves a lot to be desired, especially when compared to major cities like Beijing and Shanghai. However, the good... Read More>>

Shopping

Exploring Shijiazhuang’s Unique Shopping Districts
Exploring Shijiazhuang’s Unique Shopping Districts

Shijiazhuang boasts a thriving shopping scene, especially since the construction of 13 new commericial districts. This article takes you on a tour of some of Shijiazhuang’s best shopping hotspots. Read More>>

Seasonal/Festivals

Shijiazhuang Winter Season Flight Deals
Shijiazhuang Winter Season Flight Deals

Every winter, Haikou and Sanya become major travel destinations for Shijiazhuang travelers. However, finding tickets can be a problem, forcing travelers to detour to other airports to make the journey. On October 31st, Shijiazhuang Airport implemented an improved winter flight schedule. Read More>>

 
Shijiazhuang Basics

Food

Brief Intro to Shijiazhuang Dining
Brief Intro to Shijiazhuang Dining

The Shijiazhuang diet, like most Beijing and northeastern cuisines, is based largely... Read More>>

Local Products

Brief Intro to Shijiazhuang Shopping
Brief Intro to Shijiazhuang Shopping

Shijiazhuang holds its own in the commercial sector with a carefully cultivated array of... Read More>>

Exploring Shijiazhuang

Rough Guide to Shijiazhuang Travel
Rough Guide to Shijiazhuang Travel

Shijiazhuang is the provincial capital of Hebei Province, located approximately 280 km... Read More>>

Entertainment

Shijiazhuang Entertainment Overview
Shijiazhuang Entertainment Overview

Entertainment in Shijiazhuang, like most other metropolitan cities in China, relies... Read More>>

 
What Do You Do? “Strange” Jobs in China

What Do You Do? “Strange” Jobs in China

What happens when a population of 1.3 billion people collides with the need to perpetually fuel a success-driven economy? Coming to China, one is quickly aware of the redundant or peculiar nature of employment. Here are five strange jobs common in the Middle Kingdom. More>>