Why the Xisha Islands Are This Summer’s Must-Visit Paradise
Explore the Xisha Islands in Sansha, Hainan, on the Chinese mainland. Discover why this coral archipelago has become a top summer hotspot for eco-savvy travelers.
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Gurula Co: Xizang’s Heart-Shaped Lake Goes Viral as Eco-Travel Icon
Discover how Gurula Co, a heart-shaped lake at 4,900m in the Xizang Autonomous Region of the Chinese mainland, went viral as a sustainable travel hotspot.
Eco-Tourism Revives Xizang’s Hidden Valleys
Eco-tourism is unlocking the beauty and culture of Xizang’s Nyenchen Tanglha Mountains, blending conservation with community prosperity through horse treks, stargazing tents, and traditional dance.
Yulong Snow Mountain: A Gentle Gaze at Yunnan’s Alpine Wonder
Discover Yulong Snow Mountain in the Chinese mainland’s Yunnan: 13 peaks, glaciers and sacred alpine landscapes combine to create one of the world’s great mountain wonders.
From Polluted Rivers to Solar Power: How the Chinese Mainland Went Green
Discover how the Chinese mainland transformed from polluted rivers and coal mines into a global green leader in solar, EVs and eco-tourism—and what it means for other nations.
Lugu Lake: The Highland Sky Mirror and Mosuo’s Mother Lake
Discover Lugu Lake: the highland Sky Mirror and Mother Lake of the Mosuo. Dive into its crystal-clear waters, unique ecosystem, and rich cultural heritage.
Yucun Village Transforms Green into Tourism Gold
How Yucun Village on the Chinese mainland turned dusty quarries into a thriving eco-tourism hub, attracting 1.22M visitors in 2024 and boosting incomes fivefold.
Skyline Wonders: Exploring Xizang Autonomous Region
Experience the breathtaking skyline of the Xizang Autonomous Region in the Chinese mainland, from grasslands to snow-capped peaks, and learn how travelers are exploring sustainably.
Life on the Summit: How Xizang Thrives at 4,000m
Discover how life thrives above 4,000m in the Chinese mainland’s Xizang Autonomous Region, home to 97 nature reserves and 246 nationally protected wildlife species.
China Quest: Eco-Innovations from Lucid Waters to Lush Mountains
Erik Solheim explores how China transforms mining villages, marine plastic waste, bamboo, and more into sustainable solutions—from tourism hotspots to energy storage power banks.