7 articles tagged with china
Shanghai presents a fascinating dichotomy of engineering marvels—where centuries-old traditional structures stand in the shadow of some of humanity's most ambitious modern architectural achievements. As someone who has documented historical structures across five continents, I find Shanghai's technical narrative particularly...
Let me tell you something – Shenzhen isn't playing in the minor leagues anymore. This city has transformed from a fishing village to China's tech powerhouse faster than a rookie going first round to MVP. As someone who's closed deals...
The elevator ascends 87 floors in what feels like seconds, my ears popping as Shanghai unfolds beneath me like an electric carpet. It's 10 PM on a Friday, and I'm starting my evening at the rooftop bar of the Park...
Standing at the entrance of the Forbidden City, my EMT training kicked in as I scanned the vast courtyard for potential hazards – old habits die hard. But this time, I wasn't responding to an emergency; I was beginning a...
There exists a particular magic in traversing vast distances by rail—a meditative rhythm that connects landscapes and histories in ways air travel simply cannot. This autumn, as the subtropical humidity of Hong Kong gave way to crisp northern air in...
The Shanghai skyline transforms into a luminous tapestry after sunset, when the real magic of this metropolitan giant reveals itself. Having traversed the globe from Rio's vibrant beaches to Toronto's sleek towers, I've developed a particular affinity for cities that...
Twenty years of covering international sporting events taught me one invaluable lesson: behind every competition lies a complex cultural ecosystem that demands understanding. Shanghai, China's pulsating commercial heart, operates on similar principles. As someone who's visited this metropolis multiple times—first...