Treasure hunting in Jingdezhen: Discovering the charm of China's porcelain markets

What would you bring home if you had just one day to explore Jingdezhen?

Beijing ups consumption center status

In 2025, capital city welcomed 5.48m inbound tourists, up 39% year-on-year.

Local shopping experiences produce the goods

Overseas visitors wowed by the variety, abundance and affordability of produce found in farmers' markets across China.

Louis Vuitton's 'The Louis' landmark marks first anniversary

These munchies are worth the calories

A tunnel of snacks ushers in visitors is pieced together using 76,000 lollipops.

Bespoke tailoring in Shanghai

Once an area of fabric stalls in the 90s, the South Bund Soft Spinning Material Market in Huangpu district now hosts nearly 300 bespoke tailoring shops.

Shopping in China: Don't miss the local markets

For Joveci Katia, a Fijian currently living in Beijing, the true charm of shopping in China lies in its down-to-earth street markets and genuine human warmth as he gets immersed in the authentic local lifestyle beyond bustling tourist malls and commercial streets.

Shanghai Style | Where to find custom 'qipao' in Shanghai

Across the city, made-to-measure qipao studios are keeping traditional craftsmanship alive while adapting the iconic dress for modern life. Some specialize in intricate embroidery, others in contemporary tailoring, and still others in personalized fittings.

Whatever you're in the market for, Panjiayuan probably has it

Huaqiangbei, the Chinese electronics market you must know

As China's premier electronics market, Huaqiangbei in Shenzhen attracts thousands of overseas buyers every day. The city’s international students are also a big fan base.