China 2026

A collection of 37 places curated by Elisa Lai Sang

Places in this collection

  1. Huanglong

    attraction

    PRXF+F7W, Pingsong Rd, Songpan County, Ngawa Tibetan and Qiang Autonomous Prefecture, Sichuan, China, 623301

    Visit the famous Five-Color Ponds, hike down for about 2 hours (4 km). Entrance ticket RMB 60 + cable car RMB 80. Located 30 minutes from Huanglong Jiuzhai Station.

    HuanglongView on Google Maps

  2. Jiuzhai Valley National Park

    attraction

    Jiuzhaigou County, Ngawa Tibetan and Qiang Autonomous Prefecture, Sichuan, China, 623402

    Requires a whole day to visit. Features Arrow Bamboo Lake, Mirror Lake, Nuorilang Waterfall (widest in China), and Five-Colour Pond (doesn't freeze in winter). Ticket includes bus transport inside the park.

    Jiuzhai Valley National ParkView on Google Maps

  3. Cheongsudang Bakery

    cafe

    31-9 Donhwamun-ro 11na-gil, Jongno District, Seoul, South Korea

    Aesthetic cafe in Ikseon-dong with an entrance featuring a stone path lined with bamboo trees and lanterns. Known for unique, albeit pricey, desserts like the Black Sesame Fromage Cake.

    Cheongsudang BakeryView on Google Maps

  4. Myeongdong Night Market

    attraction

    8-3 Chungmuro 2(i)-ga, Jung District, Seoul, South Korea

    Hanok-style cafe set in a traditional Korean home.

    Myeongdong Night MarketView on Google Maps

  5. Hoehwa Namu

    cafe

    3/F, 35 Changdeokgung-gil, Jongno District, Seoul, South Korea

    Serene cafe with views of Changdeokgung Palace.

    Hoehwa NamuView on Google Maps

  6. Sanlitun

    attraction

    Chaoyang, Beijing, China, 100027

    The most modern shopping area in Beijing

    SanlitunView on Google Maps

  7. Antique Coffee

    cafe

    South Korea, 서울 Songpa District, Baekjegobun-ro 41-gil, 21-16 KR 서울특별시 1층

    Flower and European themed cafe with multiple locations. Known for delicious dessert cakes and specialty coffee like 'Dirty and Cream'.

    Antique CoffeeView on Google Maps

  8. Chongqing

    other

    Chongqing, China

    The caption explicitly states this is a dinner spot in Chongqing, China.

    ChongqingView on Google Maps

  9. Nan Luo Gu Xiang

    attraction

    Dongcheng, Beijing, China, 100009

    Perfect for street food, souvenirs, and local handmade products.

    Nan Luo Gu XiangView on Google Maps

  10. Gamcheon Culture Village

    attraction

    203 Gamnae 2-ro, Saha-gu, Busan, South Korea

    Known as the 'Santorini of South Korea', this is one of the most colorful villages, featuring vibrant houses on a hillside.

    Gamcheon Culture VillageView on Google Maps

  11. Cafe Pokpo

    cafe

    262-29 Yeonhui-ro, Seodaemun-gu, Seoul, South Korea

    Cafe with unobstructed views of serene waterfalls, located in the middle of Seoul. Simple menu, focusing on views and vibes.

    Cafe PokpoView on Google Maps

  12. Irin Iljan

    cafe

    534 Yeonseo-ro, 진관동 Eunpyeong District, Seoul, South Korea

    Cafe located in Eunpyeong Hanok Village with Bukhansan Mountain as a backdrop. Features 6 stories, with 4th and 5th floors serving meals and other floors serving drinks.

    Irin IljanView on Google Maps

  13. Tianjin Binhai Library

    attraction

    China, Tianjin, Binhai, Xusheng Rd, 347號

    Futuristic library with shelves that ripple like waves around a massive glowing sphere, opened in 2017, can hold over one million books, one of the most photographed places in China, 1 hour from Beijing by fast train

    Tianjin Binhai LibraryView on Google Maps

  14. Beijing Parkview Green

    shop

    9 Dongdaqiao Rd, Chaoyang, China, 100010

    The most artistic and unique mall in Beijing, great for photos too.

    Beijing Parkview GreenView on Google Maps

  15. Qianmen Street

    attraction

    Qian Men Da Jie, Bei Jing Shi, China

    A classic pedestrian shopping street with historic charm.

    Qianmen StreetView on Google Maps

  16. Seoul Botanic Park

    attraction

    161 Magokdong-ro, Gangseo-gu, Seoul, South Korea

    A hidden tulip spot in Seoul with a large glass dome greenhouse featuring tropical and Mediterranean plants, skywalk paths, a peaceful lake park, seasonal flowers, and a special exhibition on nature and humans.

    Seoul Botanic ParkView on Google Maps

  17. Gapyeong Begonia Bird Park

    attraction

    270번길 28 Misari-ro, Seorak-myeon, Gapyeong-gun, Gyeonggi-do, South Korea

    Expansive garden with indoor and outdoor gardens, a zoo, media art, and a cafe. Features hills blanketed in flowers, a mirrored garden, photo zones with wisteria and hydrangeas, exotic birds, and animals like alpacas, rabbits, and goats.

    Gapyeong Begonia Bird ParkView on Google Maps

  18. ARTE MUSEUM Busan

    attraction

    29 Haeyang-ro 247beon-gil, Yeongdo-gu, Busan, South Korea

    Immersive media art space filled with digital art, lights, sound, and visuals inspired by Busan’s nature. aesthetic photo spots and unique things to do

    ARTE MUSEUM BusanView on Google Maps

  19. Blue House on The Stairs

    cafe

    3 Gamnae 1-ro 243beon-gil, Saha-gu, Busan, South Korea

    A cafe located in Gamcheon Culture Village, known for its blue exterior and hot air balloon decoration. The name should be searched without a gap on Naver maps.

    Blue House on The StairsView on Google Maps

  20. Chongqing Grand Theatre

    attraction

    China, Chong Qing Shi, Jiang Bei Qu, 江北正街城文华街 邮政编码: 400025

    Must-see rotating theater show, a window into the city’s rich history. Request a free English translator ear piece at the front desk.

    Chongqing Grand TheatreView on Google Maps