Situated in the distinctive landscape of northern China, Xi'an is among the great historic centers of the world—it is China's Luxor. This comprehensive guidebook leads the reader on a journey through the glorious ancient history of this urban center—from the early stirrings of Neolithic cult...

Wedged between Tibet and the exotic lands of Southeast Asia, Yunnan Province is one of the least known and most beguiling regions of China. A mountainous wonderland, it is home to 24 diverse, colorful ethnic cultures. With a name meaning ‘South of the Clouds’, Yunnan boasts sparkling blue skies,...