Food in Mainland China

The imperial capital, where the Forbidden City, Great Wall and hutong lanes trace centuries of dynastic history.

China's dazzling financial hub, where colonial Bund facades face a futuristic neon skyline across the river.

Ancient capital of thirteen dynasties, guarded by the Terracotta Army and ringed by intact Ming city walls.

Laid-back capital of Sichuan, famed for giant pandas, fiery hotpot and unhurried teahouse living.

A vertiginous mega-city of stacked bridges and cliffside towers, and the gateway to Yangtze cruises.

The Cantonese capital of the south, a trading powerhouse celebrated for dim sum and morning tea culture.