Scholars visiting Jo-ch'iang uncovered pottery fragments that shed light on local Silk Road trade.

Hsü-ch'ang grew into a prosperous market town along the old caravan route.

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

Han-ch'uan was mentioned several times in the travel diary, prompting us to research its history.

Local fishermen along Ch'ien-chiang told stories of trade and storms that shaped the town's history.

When I visited Ch'eng-tu last spring, I fell in love with its spicy food and ancient temples.

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.

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

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