CNGi (Chinese National Geography English Edition)

The demand for economic development has led to the disappearance of mangroves and sanctuaries for migratory birds along China’s 18,000-kilometer coastline. Is it too late for the coastal wetlands of China?

This is where one can find flowers of salt in full bloom, as well as a landscape of crystalline salt that stretches as far as the eye can see. With its vast deposit of potassium and other minerals, Qarhan Lake is of great commercial value. Join CNG in unlocking its salty secrets.

Nestled in a depression more than 3,000 meters high on the Tibetan Plateau, Qinghai Lake is in danger of shrinking, as the rivers that feed it are diverted for irrigation and other uses.

China is home to hundreds of lakes. These lakes are an important water resource and buffer against flooding, and represent a unique trove of biodiversity found nowhere else in the world. Vast amounts of minerals and fish are also found in these lakes. However, these vital pools are under increasing ...

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The forests of Shennongjia in Hubei province are home to the endangered golden snub-nosed monkey. Scientists have begun to decipher their vocal language and social behavior, but there is still much that remains unknown about this elusive primate.

Due to its strategic location on the ancient Silk Road, the tiny kingdom of Cheshi was the object of a long tussle between two mighty empires: the Xiongnu and Han-dynasty China. Recent archaeological discoveries have uncovered more secrets from this little-known kingdom.

In the last 100 years or so, thousands of Fujianese have ventured abroad to seek opportunities in a foreign land. Learn how they braved tigers, scorpions and tropical diseases in their search for a better life.

For centuries Chinese shipbuilding technology had a clear lead over the West, and nowhere is this more clearly manifested than the junk – the ubiquitous ship from Fujian. How did this icon reign supreme in the days of the sailing ship, and what impact did it have on maritime trade?

Like the Fujianese, the houses in Fujian are imbued with a distinct personality and a blend of foreign influences. The Fujianese who had returned from abroad infused Western and colonial styles in their mansions, and elements of Western design can even be found in the tulou, the iconic fortress-like...

The ancient art of puppetry continues to play an important role in Fujian, as well as Taiwan, where these puppets have captivated thousands of TV viewers for the last 25 years.

Be spirited away to the supernatural realm in Fujian, where temples are found almost everywhere. Here thousands of deities are said to exist, and countless festivals are held every year in their honor.

After the First Opium War in 1842, China was forced to open five treaty ports to free trade. Through these five ports many Westerners got their first glimpse of life in Qing-dynasty China. Find out what Fujian means to a missionary, a tea trader and a photographer.

Maritime trade has always been important to Fujian, and the seafaring and entrepreneurial spirit of its people are clearly manifested in its ports. These trading hubs not only provide a transport link from the coast to the interior of the province; they also connect Fujian to the rest of the world. ...