Jiangxi Provincial Government Sponsors a Photography Tour of Hot Tourist Spots.

On the weekend of April 10th a group of foreign visitors, workers, and experts living in Jiangxi, China were invited on an all-expense-paid tour of tourist spots near Jiujiang. The weekend trip began in Nanchang, the capitol city of Jiangxi province, Friday morning with a bus ride to Jiujiang, a walking tour of the city, [...]

Chinese Tomb Sweeping Festival- Qingming, 清明节.

Qingming festival is Chinese remembrence day. On this day families will trek to the burial sites of loved relatives to sweep the tomb, set fresh flowers, and offer a gift- some set a glass of wine, others set bowls of oranges. The offering varies by region and local custom. To pay respects, pyres of old [...]

And we’re back…

I wish I could remember the TV host that coined that phrase. It’s just so darn catchy and appropriate at times. Well, here we are, together in 2010 and what better way to welcome in the new year than to welcome you with some new information about life and living in Jiujiang. This winter has [...]