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Many people weigh in on the eternal Beijing vs Shanghai debate—but few, frankly, are qualified to do so.
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Whether you’re going as part of a larger trip to China or just because, 3 days in Shanghai is all you need for a proper introduction.
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Gansu attractions are some of the most impressive in China, but you’ll need a good grasp of the Chinese language—and a high level of patience—in order to travel here.
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Follow in my footsteps and head to Gansu, but only once you’ve considered the entirety of this dispatch.
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Even if you’re reading this post in 2022 and the coronavirus pandemic is a distant nightmare, I imagine—I hope—you’ll find its contents of use.
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