Ch'u consulted the old map before deciding which trail to take.

Ma-ch'eng is famous for its centuries-old tea markets and gentle river valleys.

T'a-ch'eng has long been an important regional center for trade between neighboring provinces.

Pen-ch'i is known for its rich iron ore deposits and scenic mountains.

Ku-ch'eng has been a bustling riverside market town since the Song dynasty.

During our tour of the coastal provinces, we visited Yen-ch'eng to see its salt marshes and ancient city walls.

Ch'ieh-shih was marked with a red dot on the old trade maps.

The artifacts from the Ch'ing period reveal intricate porcelain techniques.

Ch'ang-ch'un hosted an international film festival this year, attracting filmmakers from across Asia.

When I visited Ch'ing-tao last summer, I fell in love with the coastal scenery and fresh seafood.