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Muslim Literati of Nanjing (Part II); Neo-Confucianism Interwoven with Chinese Islam in Nanjing

Today, if one was to introduce the three Abrahamic faiths systematically to a crowd of people unfamiliar to their beliefs, one might begin by listing their key religious texts (i.e. the Torah, the Bible, the Quran), important figures (prophets,...

Two-Wheeled, Lifestyle Experience; Cycling Nanjing!

In a city that offers many healthy cycling choices for both seasoned athlete and weekend warrior to enjoy green scenery between visiting areas of significant historical heritage via the bike-friendly infrastructure, one of the most active and inclusive clubs...

Travelling the Silk Road in an Evening, on a Bike!

Wow! That’s the word South Korean journalist, Chaewon Woo, uses 124 times in her book, “Cycling the Silk Road; From Shanghai to London in 36 Weeks”. And not without good reason. An eye-opening and surprising read, Cycling the Silk Road...

Legal Perspectives; Theft of a Worthless Asset is Not a Crime

The newspapers report daily news of crimes of all kinds; robberies, violence, murders. When it comes to the latter, the reaction of the public often does not distinguish between a dreadful road incident and a coldblooded murder. As there...

Island Paradises; The Enticing Charms of Ningbo

Located in the eastern part of Zhejiang province and in proximity (and appearance) to cities such as Hangzhou and Shanghai, the history and geography of Ningbo make it something else entirely.  As a coastal city, Ningbo is surrounded by islands...

Working out in Peace & Quiet; Gym Perfection!

If you are trying to get healthier and fitter, especially during the summer months (and more especially, after a recent event which kept most of us home), then you may be looking for a gym to join.  Maybe you are...

Enjoying the Craft Beer Festival (and 4 Mini Pub Crawls)

We don’t do too badly for craft beer in Nanjing. I’m not saying there couldn’t be improvements of course, but there is plenty out there if you know where to look. There is a decent annual summer beer festival,...

Less Limitation, More Opportunity for Foreign Talents

Nanjing has always been a city where talents were valued because of its flourished culture and education. Known as the Cultural Centre of ancient China, Nanjing had the national highest institution of learning more than 1,600 years ago. In...
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Foreigners Coming to Nanjing Return to Near Pre-COVID Levels

Certainly it can be felt on the streets of Nanjing these days. Our city is once again “en vogue”...

Just how has Suzhou become a Hotbed for the Private Economy?

Suzhou’s GDP in the 1st quarter of this year topped half a trillion renminbi, a year-on-year growth of 7.9...

Nanjing-Melbourne Flight Marks 45 Years as Sister State Friends

Check in counters might be the oddest of places to hold an anniversary celebration for 45 years of ties...
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