From the Qinghai-Xizang Plateau to the coast of the East China Sea, the ladder-like land of China demonstrates varying natural landscapes and folk customs. With eye-catching images and interesting texts, Hi, I'm China gathers picturesque natural scenery and historical and cultural heritage in different parts of China. The book presents not only a visual feast but also rich knowledge, enabling readers to feel like travelingthose places in person. Through reading this unique encyclo-pedia integrating culture and geography, one can gain a deep insight into the entire country.
�Liu Jiaqi, academician of the Chinese Academy of Sciences and honorary chairman of China Science Writers Association

This is more than just a popular science book featuring capti-vating images and informative texts; it also provides a unique way of thinking, inspiring readers to observe the integration between natural laws and human civilization from the tempo-ral and spatial perspectives. It enables readers to enjoy a walk in the "natural art gallery"of China, ponder over the truth of Chinese culture, and imagine the beautiful harmony between human and nature. It is an attractive work.
�Cui Peng, academician of the Chinese Academy of Sciences

The images captured by remote-sensing satellites as well as the pictures taken by photographers in the book are both astonish-ingly beautiful. More noticeably, Hi, I'm China is a monumental work that combines history and geography. Leveraging multiple techniques and methods, it perfectly showcases how the land where we Chinese live originated, how living creatures evolved, and how Chinese civilization was born and matured in the long river of history. The book inspires us to ponder over the ques-tions: how should our civilization coexist in harmony with nature and where will it go?
�Jia Haifeng, professor at the School of Environment, Tsinghua University

A young painter, who was born in 1989, rode a bicycle to travel around Shanghai.

With a sketchpad and six tubes of pigment ink and after drinking 203 cups of coffee on many sleepless nights, he drew 400 detailed sketches depicting a number of unique tourist spots across the city, from places of interest to shops hidden in narrow lanes.

The 100 places depicted on the canvas witness the 100 happy moments in the lives of Shanghai people: reading books, sipping a cup of tea or coffee, enjoying delicacies, doing shopping, visiting exhibitions, killing time alone, chatting with friends...

The China on the Map series uses the map as a carrier to tell stories about China. China’s history, culture, geography and contemporary development are illustrated through the map. Also, electronic A/V books are developed based on their paper counterparts to achieve integrated communication and help readers at home and abroad better understand China.

Beautiful Home outlines China's geography and wildlife resources through three sections -- Beautiful Land, Animal Kingdom and Plants are Friends. The book is rich in content, easy and interesting to follow, and combines professionalism with popularity.

It is easy to have a quick look at China's past and present, but it takes time to gain a panoramic knowledge of China. The "Panoramic China" series is meant to assist readers, especially those overseas, in this respect. Each volume in the series focuses on a province, municipality or autonomous region, describing, with illustrations, the outstanding characteristics of each area from different perspectives.

Anhui: Mount Huangshan and the Hui Culture
Anhui Province, often referred to as Wan,is situated in the north end of easten China. The province has a territory of 139,600 square kilometers and a population of 64.5 million, with Hefei as its capital. The Yangtze River in the south of the province and the Huaihe River in the north flow across it in an easterly direction, dividing the province into three regions of Wannan, Jianghuai and Huaibei.
South of the Yangtze lies Wannan, a land of mountains where green hills and peaks meet the eyes wherever they gaze. Here one can find the Buddhist mountain Mount Jiuhua, the Taoist mountain Mount Qiyun, and UNESCO World Cultural and Natural Heritage Sites-Mount Huangshan, Xidi and Hongcun Villages. The Hui Culture- the long and brilliant culture of this region- has engendered its own particular schools and genres in such discipilines as philosophy, literature, poetry, drama, painting, medicine and architecture and is an important component of Chinese culture.
This book is an introduction to the Hui Culture and the dreamlike Mount Huangshan - a work by the magic hand of nature.

It is easy to have a quick look at China's past and present, but it takes time to gain a panoramic knowledge of China. The "Panoramic China" series is meant to assist readers, especially those overseas, in this respect. Each volume in the series focuses on a province, municipality or autonomous region, describing, with illustrations, the outstanding characteristics of each area from different perspectives.

Qinghai: Sourceland of Three Great Rivers

Qinghai means "blue lake," and indeed the name of the province comes from the pristine waters of the vast Qinghai Lake high on the plateau - the "roof of the world." Three great rivers rise in Qinghai: the Yellow River and the Yangtze River nurtured dazzling Chinese civilizations that sprang up along their valleys; the Lancang River starts here too irrigating first Tibet and Yunnan, before flowing through Southeast Asia as the Mekong.

It is easy to have a quick look at China's past and present, but it takes time to gain a panoramic knowledge of China. The "Panoramic China" series is meant to assist readers, especially those overseas, in this respect. Each volume in the series focuses on a province, municipality or autonomous region, describing, with illustrations, the outstanding characteristics of each area from different perspectives.

Guangxi: Land of Wonders and Beauty

Guangxi is a land of wonders, where mountains are reflected in embracing waters, creating the fairest of pictures, Guangxi is a land of beauty, a home to 37 different ethnic groups, predominantly the Zhuang people. It is also a land of antiquity and of dynamism. In Guangxi, you will encounter fantastic landscape beauty, precious cultural relics and age-old historical sites, and deeply rooted ethnic customs; everywhere in Guangxi, you can see its diverse peoples vigorously creating a new life and enjoying it to the full.

It is easy to have a quick look at China's past and present, but it takes time to gain a panoramic knowledge of China. The "Panoramic China" series is meant to assist readers, especially those overseas, in this respect. Each volume in the series focuses on a province, municipality or autonomous region, describing, with illustrations, the outstanding characteristics of each area from different perspectives.

Hainan: China's Island Paradise

In ancient times, when there was a lack of thchnology and means of transportation, Haina was considered"the end of the earth." Now it has become, however, the youngest province and the largest special economic zone in China. In recent years, this island has drawn Asia's or even world's attention by successfully holding a series of activities, such as the annual meetings of Boao Forum for Asia and Miss World finals. On a map of the world, Hainan sits on the 18th parallel of the north latitude, the sae as Hawaii, Miami, and Casablanca. It is said that the magnetic field along this parallel is particulaly good for mental and physical health. The industrious, kind-hearted, and brave people of Hainan welcome visitors from all over the world for sightseeing, spending their holidays, enjoying the sunshine, sea, beaches and delicious food, or even settling down.
It is easy to have a look at China's past and present, but it takes time to gain a panoramic knowledge of China. The "Panoramic China" series is meant to assist readers, especially those overseas, in this respect. Each volume in the series focuses on a province, municipality or autono mous region, describing, with illustrations, the outstanding char acteristics of each area from dif ferent perspectives.

It is easy to have a quick look at China's past and present, but it takes time to gain a panoramic knowledge of China. The "Panoramic China" series is meant to assist readers, especially those overseas, in this respect. Each volume in the series focuses on a province, municipality or autonomous region, describing, with illustrations, the outstanding characteristics of each area from different perspectives.

With vivid descriptions and abundant illustrations, this book compares Beijing city and its people a hundred years ago with those of the present era of the modernization drive.
The history of a city reflects the history of a nation.The great changes seen in the past 100-odd years in Beijing and its future plans are the epitome of China's long-standing history and bright prospects.
It is easy to have a look at China's past and present, but it takes time to gain a panoramic knowledge of China. The "Panoramic China" series is meant to assist readers, especially those overseas, in this respect. Each volume in the series focuses on a province, municipality or autono mous region, describing, with illustrations, the outstanding char acteristics of each area from dif ferent perspectives.

It is easy to have a quick look at China's past and present, but it takes time to gain a panoramic knowledge of China. The "Panoramic China" series is meant to assist readers, especially those overseas, in this respect. Each volume in the series focuses on a province, municipality or autonomous region, describing, with illustrations, the outstanding characteristics of each area from different perspectives.

Chongqing: Mystical Three Gorges and Glamorous Municipality

The Yangtze River has bred the Three Gorges and Chongqing, containing both antiquity and youth, poverty and abundance, opportunity and challenge. You will be left with an indelible impression after unveiling the Three Gorges, enjoying the magnificent landscapes of Chongqing, and appreciating its time-honored historic sites and cultural relics.

You will be filled with excitement after learning more about Chongqing's enterprises and countryside, viewing its streets and communities, and experiencing the openness, passion, and humor of local residents. This is a city full of hope, as well as a paradise for starting up businesses.

It is easy to have a quick look at China's past and present, but it takes time to gain a panoramic knowledge of China. The "Panoramic China" series is meant to assist readers, especially those overseas, in this respect. Each volume in the series focuses on a province, municipality or autonomous region, describing, with illustrations, the outstanding characteristics of each area from different perspectives.

Yunnan: "Shangri-La" over the Horizon

Of all China's provinces, Yunnan is the one with the largest concentration of ethnic minority peoples. It is here in Yunnan that the mingling of different ethnic groups, their ways of life and their cultures are most richly and distinctively displayed.

This is a land that abounds with sacred mountains and holy waters, quiet pristine hamlets and unpolluted old towns, verdant grasslands set off by snow mountains, quiet blue valleys in moonlight, and lush magical rainforests. The land also boasts its old music and written languages, mystical dances and customs. Different religions and folk traditions mingle here, all retaining their original character. For millennia different ethnic groups have lived and multiplied on this land in peace and harmony.

It is easy to have a quick look at China's past and present, but it takes time to gain a panoramic knowledge of China. The "Panoramic China" series is meant to assist readers, especially those overseas, in this respect. Each volume in the series focuses on a province, municipality or autonomous region, describing, with illustrations, the outstanding characteristics of each area from different perspectives.

Tianjin: Lustrous Pearl of the Bohai Gulf

Tianjin, pioneering seaport metropolis, city of inventive past and unique culture.
Inspired, perhaps, by the dancing waters of the Bohai Gulf, Tianjin became: a naval pioneer-birthplace of modren shipyards and China's first submarine; a commumications pioneer-a post route to all parts and home of China's firstrailway, postal service, cables and telephones; a cultural pioneer with China's first university degree, museum, women's newspaper; a financial pioneer with its own "Wall Street", and industrial pioneer with world-class innovations.

But pioneering has not obliterated tradition-Tianjin is a city of legend and age-old customs and cuisine-never more so than at Chinese New Year.

These elements unite to make the commercial metropolis and major port at Tianjin, with 600 years of unique history and innovation, Tianjin is responding with confidence to the challenges of the 21st century.

It is easy to have a quick look at China's past and present, but it takes time to gain a panoramic knowledge of China. The "Panoramic China" series is meant to assist readers, especially those overseas, in this respect. Each volume in the series focuses on a province, municipality or autonomous region, describing, with illustrations, the outstanding characteristics of each area from different perspectives.

Shandong: Home of Mount Taishan

China has many great mountains, among them Mount Taishan in Shandong, Mount Hengshan in Hunan, Mount Huashan in Shaanxi, Moung Hengshan in Shanxi and Mount Songshan in Henan which are regarded as sacred mountains guarding the country east, south, west, north and central areas respectively, thus the term Five Sacred Mountains.
Towering Mount Taishan stands rooted in the east and mirrored in the sea. Rich in relics and with profound historical associations, it was honoured as Chief of the Five Sacred Mountains and Watch Guard of the State. From antiquity right up to the late 18th century, it was the first place that rulers would come to inspect and hold sacrificial ceremonies. Encompassing the geological formation of Mount Taishan, historical records about imperial ceremonies on the mountain, Mount Taishan culture, religion and folk customs, tales about the ancient philosophers, statesmen, poets and scholars who visited the great place of all the books about Mount Taishan, this is indeed the most comprehensive. The book is lavishly illustrated, with 220 pictures vividly depicting the seasonal changes and the magnificent buildings on this sacred mountain.

It is easy to have a quick look at China's past and present, but it takes time to gain a panoramic knowledge of China. The "Panoramic China" series is meant to assist readers, especially those overseas, in this respect. Each volume in the series focuses on a province, municipality or autonomous region, describing, with illustrations, the outstanding characteristics of each area from different perspectives.

Shanxi: Merchants and Their Residences

Shanxi Province, called "Jin" for short, lies on the loess plateau, a land of varied topography, crisscrossed by gullies, and dubbeda "world created by a crazy god." But, tucked away in this land of yellow earth stand many magnificent ancient courtyards, their ownersmostly Shanxi merchants-a unique group of business tycoons in China.

Through its lively text and illustrations, this book takes the reader through the various courtyards throughout Shanxi, focusing on architectural arts, culture and customs and revealing many old family stories. It brings home to the reader the hardships endured by the courtyard owners when they started up in business, the rise and fall of Shanxi merchants over the centuries and the political, economic and historical reasons for this.

It is easy to have a quick look at China's past and present, but it takes time to gain a panoramic knowledge of China. The "Panoramic China" series is meant to assist readers, especially those overseas, in this respect. Each volume in the series focuses on a province, municipality or autonomous region, describing, with illustrations, the outstanding characteristics of each area from different perspectives.

Jiangxi: Gradle of Red China

Jianxi Province lies in southeast China. In the 1920s and 1930s, Jiangxi witnessed the surging tide of workers' and peasants' movements and of armed insurgencies. The Anyuan Workers' Strike raised the curtain for the great revolution, the August 1 Nanchang Uprising created the Red Army, the struggles in the Jinggang Mountains laid the foundation for the red base areas, and the red regime of the Provisional Central Government of the Soviet Republic of China was established in Ruijin. Among its mountains and rivers lie numerous revolutionary sites and relics, telling stories about the arduous struggles and heroic spirits of revolutionary veterans. Today, the people of Jiangxi, carrying forward the unrealised wishes of previous generations, have made notable progress in building a brand new Jianxi.With detailed descriptions and lavish illustrations, the book presents the revolutionary history of Jiangxi, its green landscapes and its rise in the new era.
It is easy to have a look at China's past and present, but it takes time to gain a panoramic knowledge of China. The "Panoramic China" series is meant to assist readers, especially those overseas, in this respect. Each volume in the series focuses on a province, municipality or autono mous region, describing, with illustrations, the outstanding char acteristics of each area from dif ferent perspectives.

It is easy to have a quick look at China's past and present, but it takes time to gain a panoramic knowledge of China. The "Panoramic China" series is meant to assist readers, especially those overseas, in this respect. Each volume in the series focuses on a province, municipality or autonomous region, describing, with illustrations, the outstanding characteristics of each area from different perspectives.

Hebei: The Great Wall Legacy

Across the vast land of northern China the Great Wall coils like a guardian dragon. Rated as one of the wonders of the world, the Great Wall, majestic and imposing,embodies the spirit of the Chinese nation and is the eternal pride of Chinese civilization. The Great Wall in Hebei Province, marching for some 2,000 km over undulating terrain,can be regarded as the "epitome of Great Wall culture," as it is the longest stretch of the Wall contained in any one province,autonomous region or municipality in China. It is also the best preserved part of the Wall, and includes all the architectural styles used in building this massive edifice.

This book, with the panorama of the Great Wall as the background, focuses on the passes, fortresses, pass towns and border towns of strategic importance in Hebei, helping readers appreciate the majestic beauty and profound cultural connotations of the Great Wall. A Comprehensive Survey of the Great Wall.

It is easy to have a quick look at China's past and present, but it takes time to gain a panoramic knowledge of China. The "Panoramic China" series is meant to assist readers, especially those overseas, in this respect. Each volume in the series focuses on a province, municipality or autonomous region, describing, with illustrations, the outstanding characteristics of each area from different perspectives.

Legend has it that when a phoenix is 500 years old, it will collect sandalwood and set fire to itself. Reborn form the ashes, it emerges more beautiful than ever, never to die again.
The phoenix is the king of birds in ancient legends. Noble in sppirit, commanding winds and coluds, hansome and many-colored, the phoenix perfectly symboizes the culture and spirit of Hubei.

Hubei's capital, Wuhan, stands in the center of China. For centures it has been the largest goods distribution hub on the middle reaches of the Yangtze River, a center of trade and commerce. Wuhan is a communications crossroads too, its enviable accessibility writing splendid chapters in the city's development.

The Yellow Crane Tower has been destroyed and rebuilt many times over the course of history. It still stands magnficent today. This land of Hubei nurtured the splendid people, descendants of King Zhuang of Chu, are going all out to win keen to perfom of China's economic stage and to show what they can do.

The China on the Map series uses the map as a carrier to tell stories about China. China’s history, culture, geography and contemporary development are illustrated through the map. Also, electronic A/V books are developed based on their paper counterparts to achieve integrated communication and help readers at home and abroad better understand China.

People often long for a cup of tea with the flavors of their hometowns to temporally alleviate homesickness. For the Chinese, wherever they go, the special aroma of tea can always be a solace that recalls the happiness deep in their memory. Where there is tea, there is home.

The China on the Map series uses the map as a carrier to tell stories about China. China’s history, culture, geography and contemporary development are illustrated through the map. Also, electronic A/V books are developed based on their paper counterparts to achieve integrated communication and help readers at home and abroad better understand China.

World heritage sites in China reflect the vicissitudes the vast nation has undergone, unique spiritual value, way of thinking and imagination, and embody the vitality and creativity of the Chinese nation. They are the crystallization of the hard work and wisdom of the entire nation, and also a gem of human civilization.

A city is a flowing river. And each of us who met this city was standing in the river of time, looking for the story of a city.

An aesthetically literary bilingual handbook with the theme of the city, interpreting the most beautiful memory of a city, accompanied by exquisite illustrations by the illustration team of the Lu Xun Academy of Fine Arts, retaining the memories of time and youth.

Detailed and up-to-date,the Atlas of China are organized by maps of administrative divisions and topography, supplemented with and index to place names. In the first category, two regions of strategic importance and great economic value are mapped, in addition to all the provinces, autonomous regions and municipalities directly under the Central Government, which are the first level of administrative divisions under the state.