The Great Escape

From Beijing to Shanghai to Hangzhou, Yusra Hayat discovers the unique culture of China

Yusra Hayat flies us all the way to China! From Beijing to Shanghai to Hangzhou, follow her on her journey where she discovers the unique culture and explores the ancient history of a country that offers varying contrasts between the developing and modern world

Posing alongside The Bund

Leafy snacks common in Chinese households

Roasted insects and scorpions are a common street snack

Locals travel in wooden boats in Hangzou’s water village

Spotted some of the strangest things in Beijing

A view from the Shanghai Tower

Greenery and beautiful views in the small city of Hangzhou

At the famous tree plantations

Stalls of fruit displayed

A local shows us her dance moves at the Olympic Park

Freshly screen printed fabric is left out to dry

Yuyuan Garden is an extensive Chinese garden located beside the City God Temple in Shanghai

Well wishes on the wall of hope

The Bund- Shanghai’s famous skyline

The Great Wall of China

Starfish is a local delicacy found on the streets of all major cities

The Temple of Love

The Bird’s Nest- Beijing’s Olympic Park

The brightly lit Songchen Park in Hangzhou