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Top 5 China Self-Drive Routes: Map & Tips for First-Time Travelers

If you're planning your first road trip in China, you're in for something special. The Top 5 China Self-Drive Routes in this guide will take you into wild landscapes, ancient towns, and quiet moments most travelers miss.

Ruqin China Travel May 23, 2026

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Temporary Driving Permit at China Airports Guide

Landing in China and planning to drive? Several major airports now issue temporary driving permits on arrival. Here’s how it works, where to apply, and what to prepare before you fly.

Ruqin China Travel May 23, 2026

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Our Bus Driving Experience from Tingri to Mt. Everest Base Camp

On the morning of August 25th, a sense of excitement buzzed through our group of 25 as we settled into our 35-seat bus. We were about to embark on a journey unlike any other - a 108-kilometer drive from Tingri to the revered North Base Camp of Mt. Everest in Tibet.

Ruqin China Travel May 23, 2026

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Xining Travel Guide: Map, Scenic Routes, Highlights and Tips

Welcome to Xining — your gateway to the Qinghai-Tibet Plateau. At 2,300 meters above sea level, this highland city feels like a peaceful pause between sky and earth. Cultures blend here: Han, Tibetan, Hui, Mongolian. The result? A place full of color, spice, and spirit.

Ruqin China Travel May 22, 2026

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Shigatse: Map, Scenic Routes, Highlights and Travel Tips

Whether you're drawn by ancient monasteries, scenic drives, or routes to Mount Everest, Shigatse makes an unforgettable base for exploring Tibetan culture and landscapes. This Shigatse Travel Guide will help you explore it all. Let's hit the road and discover it together!

Ruqin China Travel May 22, 2026

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Kashgar Travel Guide: Map, Scenic Routes, Highlights and Travel Tips

Kashgar isn't just where East meets West—it's a living museum of culture, food, and stories. In this Kashgar travel guide, I’ll take you deep into its heart to discover the beauty, flavor, and mystery that make this place unforgettable.

Ruqin China Travel May 22, 2026

A young Jiarong Tibetan woman in Danba County

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Danba, Sichuan: Map, Scenic Routes, Highlights and Tips

Danba County (丹巴县) lies deep in the eastern Garzê Tibetan Autonomous Prefecture in western Sichuan Province, where the Dadu River carves its way through dramatic cliffs. Danba County is well known for its Jiaju Tibetan Village and Suopo Tibetan Village.

Ruqin China Travel May 20, 2026

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Daocheng Yading: Map, Scenic Routes, Highlights and Travel Tips

Daocheng Yading is one of those rare places you just have to see once in your life. Tucked away in Daocheng County, Sichuan, this 5A-rated wonder—along with Jiuzhaigou and Siguniang Mountain—ranks as one of western Sichuan’s top three scenic gems.

Ruqin China Travel May 20, 2026

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Litang: Map, Scenic Routes, Top Attractions & Travel Tips

Welcome to Litang Town – The Sky City of Western Sichuan. Litang Town, sitting at a breathtaking 4,014 meters, is known as the “Sky City”—one of the highest towns in the world! Its name comes from Tibetan: “Li” means copper, and “Tang” means open plain.

Ruqin China Travel May 20, 2026

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Kangding: Map, Routes, City Walks and Travel Tips

Kangding City (康定), the capital of Ganzi Tibetan Autonomous Prefecture, is a key stop along Western Sichuan’s legendary G318 Highway. Once a bustling trade hub on the ancient Tea and Horse Road, it still echoes with Tibetan culture and the timeless “Kangding Love Song.”

Ruqin China Travel May 20, 2026

Top 5 China Self-Drive Routes: Map & Tips for First-Time Travelers

Temporary Driving Permit at China Airports Guide

Our Bus Driving Experience from Tingri to Mt. Everest Base Camp

Xining Travel Guide: Map, Scenic Routes, Highlights and Tips

Shigatse: Map, Scenic Routes, Highlights and Travel Tips

Kashgar Travel Guide: Map, Scenic Routes, Highlights and Travel Tips

Danba, Sichuan: Map, Scenic Routes, Highlights and Tips

Daocheng Yading: Map, Scenic Routes, Highlights and Travel Tips

Litang: Map, Scenic Routes, Top Attractions & Travel Tips

Kangding: Map, Routes, City Walks and Travel Tips

10 Common Mistakes to Avoid on Your First Trip to China

9 Common Mistakes to Avoid on Your First Trip to Xi’an

7 Common Mistakes to Avoid on Your First Trip to Shanghai

10 Common Mistakes to Avoid on Your First Trip to Beijing

Zhushikou Church on Beijing’s Central Axis | Beijing Street Photography by Ruqin

Beijing CBD Photo Walk — Jianguomen Bridge to Guomao Bridge | Skyscrapers Above, Street Life Below

Morning Walk at Longtan Lake Park in June: Lotus Flowers and Waterfowl | Beijing Photo Walks

Riverside Walk from Liangma River to Solana in Chaoyang — Beijing Photo Walks

Temple of Heaven Morning Walk to Longtan Lake Morning Market — Beijing Photo Walk by Ruqin

Beijing Photo Walks: Walk from Dongting Hutong to Dongbi Street — Exploring the Hidden Hutongs of Southern Beijing

Beijing Ming City Wall Relics Park Morning Walk — From the Southeast Corner Tower to Chongwenmen

Beijing Second Ring Road Moat Greenway Walk — From Guangqumen Bridge to Zuo’anmen Bridge

Red Brick Art Museum, Beijing — A Quiet Architectural Photo Walk | Beijing Photo Walks by Ruqin

Early March Morning Around Shichahai — Beijing Photo Walk by Ruqin

Best Time to Visit Beijing: Weather and Travel Tips for Each Month

How Many Days in Beijing? 1–7 Day Itineraries & Travel Tips

Where to Stay in Beijing: Maps, Best Areas, Hotels & Travel Tips

Arriving at Beijing Airport: Arrival Card and Visa-Free Transit Guide

How to Visit Forbidden City: Maps, Tickets, Walking Routes & Tips

How to Visit Summer Palace: Tickets, Maps, Routes, Eating & Tips