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This summer, Universal Studios has your fun covered. Universal Beijing Resort’s signature seasonal event, “Universal Cool Summer,” returns with high energy from June 12 to Aug 16. It coincides with the park’s 5th anniversary, with upgraded experiences and more highlights than you can count What’s on this cool summer? - Splash party: The main stage features a soak zone, a splash zone, and a dry zone. There’s a lot of water, so we recommend a raincoat and quick-dry clothing - Battle of the bands show: Shrek, the Minions, Po, and the Madagascar crew take the stage as band members, and Megatron joins as DJ for the first time - Character meet and greets: Princess Fiona, King Julien, and more appear in summer‑exclusive looks, with a surf‑themed photo spot at the end of Hollywood Boulevard - Graduation‑season exclusives: A graduation live show, a set menu at Luoxia Restaurant, and a Beverly Hills–themed cake - Annual pass perks: Claim coupons from June 2–14 and redeem a Jurassic World–themed badge from June 13–29 More in August: Back to Hogwarts In late summer (Aug 3–Sep 1), The Wizarding World of Harry Potter brings back Back to Hogwarts™ with refreshed, limited‑time experiences for witches and wizards to unlock Whether it’s a grad trip, a family‑friendly getaway, or a friends’ day out, Universal is worth repeat visits this summer. Tag your travel buddy and make a plan together

From January 18–August 18, 2026, the National Museum of China will present Twin stars illuminating the world: Sanxingdui–Jinsha Site ancient Shu civilization exhibition in South Galleries 8 and 9, bringing together more than 200 major artifacts from the Sanxingdui Museum and the Jinsha Site Museum to highlight the splendor and mystery of the Ancient Shu civilization. [Exhibition highlights] ✨ Iconic treasures including the gold mask, bronze standing figure, Sun Bird gold foil ornament, gold crown band, and bronze head with gold mask will be on view. ✨ Limited display periods: gold mask, April 18–August 18, 2026; Sun Bird gold foil ornament, June 13–August 18, 2026. ✨ As the Jinsha Site Museum closes for upgrades, its core exhibits come to Beijing for a joint showcase, appearing alongside Sanxingdui national treasures for the first time—a rare moment. [Visitor experience] An extended eight-month run lets you journey across 3,000 years of Sanxingdui and Jinsha in one visit, exploring Ancient Shu craftsmanship, mysterious beliefs, and top-tier aesthetics. An immersive exhibition perfect for history and culture lovers, families, and travelers seeking in-depth experiences—miss it and you may not get another chance. [Visitor information] ⏱ Please refer to the limited display schedule for the gold mask and Sun Bird. 📍 Location: National Museum of China, South Galleries 8 and 9 (Dongcheng District, Beijing) 🎫 We recommend signing in on the National Museum of China website to reserve tickets in advance, plan your visit, and avoid peak crowds. Kick off 2026 with a must-see exhibition. Seize the chance this summer to experience the awe of the ancient civilizations of Sanxingdui and Jinsha, and bring your kids, family, and friends to witness the pinnacle of China’s bronze age.

If giant pandas have melted your heart and you’re dreaming of seeing them in person, China is ready to wow you. Beyond Chengdu, many cities across the country offer unforgettable panda encounters—each with its own superstar personality. Here’s your playful, panda-forward shortlist 👇 Sichuan 🐼 Hehua (Huahua) 📍 Chengdu Research Base of Giant Panda Breeding Born in 2020, this “short, chubby, and fluffy” sweetheart stays zen even when her bamboo gets swiped. In 2023, her “triangle rice ball” look dominated trending charts and sent base ticket sales soaring—up ninefold. Her Weibo super-topic has 800,000+ followers, and she’s widely hailed as today’s top female star in the panda world. 🐼 Fubao 📍 Wolong China Conservation and Research Center for the Giant Panda, Shenshuping Base Born in 2020 at Everland in South Korea. Her keepers made her a guitar, flower crowns, and glasses; before her return, a petition with tens of thousands of signatures swept Korean sites. She came home to Sichuan in April 2024, trailed by Chinese and Korean media with a celebrity-style airport welcome. 🐼 Xiangxiang 📍 Ya’an Bifengxia Base Born in 2017 at Tokyo’s Ueno Zoo. A nationwide naming vote drew 320,000 ballots, and her economic impact in Japan reached billions of yen annually. On her return to China in February 2023, Japanese media aired a 12-hour, tearful farewell live. Beijing 🐼 Menglan 📍 Beijing Zoo Born in 2015, the zoo’s repeat “escape artist” has been caught climbing walls atop a red ball, twisting door handles, and cheekily teasing visitors. One Douyin clip topped 300 million views, earning him the nickname “Beijing’s high-IQ panda on the loose.” Shanghai 🐼 Qianran & Qianyi 📍 Shanghai Wild Animal Park A male–female twin duo born in 2025 and first shown to the public this February. They’re the newest breakout panda stars—right at peak cuteness. Jiangsu 🐼 Mengxun & Aobao 📍 Suzhou Taihu National Wetland Park This brother–sister pair, born in 2022, are full-on foodies. Come for the snacks, stay for the play—they’re endlessly lively and adorable. 🐼 Jiujiu 📍 Nanjing Hongshan Forest Zoo Celebrated as “the most beautiful panda in East China,” with looks and talent to match. You might even catch Jiujiu dancing. Chongqing 🐼 Shuangshuang, Chongchong, Xixi, & Qingqing (“Four Happiness”) 📍 Chongqing Zoo Home to 23 pandas—there’s always one to steal your heart. The viral “Four Happiness” quartet hails from here, and if luck’s on your side, you might even see them “playing mahjong.” Liaoning 🐼 Feiyun 📍 Dalian Forest Zoo The zoo’s original female internet star, with a round head and snowy-white coat. Fans affectionately call her “Feiyun Piggy.” Alongside Jinhu and Miaoyin, she’s one of the “Dalian Three Treasures.” Her livestreams regularly pull 100,000+ concurrent viewers. Shaanxi 🐼 Qizai 📍 Qinling Four Treasures Science Park The world’s only captive brown giant panda, discovered in 2009 in Foping, Shaanxi. With chocolate-colored fur, he’s fondly dubbed “the Labrador of the panda world.” Shandong 🐼 Yaji 📍 Jinan Zoo A born crowd-pleaser and a true hidden gem. When all fours touch the ground, he looks just like a tiny bench—hence the nickname “Little Bench.” Which panda has stolen your heart? Beyond these cuties, countless pandas across China are waiting to meet you. Start planning your panda journey and witness the irresistible charm of China’s national treasure for yourself.

April 30–October 6, 2026, the Badaling Night Great Wall debuts an all‑new upgraded experience The open area covers the cultural street and the stretch from North Tower 4 to South Tower 4. Lights are on 7:20 PM–10:00 PM. Performances and interactive experiences run 6:30 PM–9:00 PM. Entry verification is available 6:30 PM–9:00 PM. The south route ground cable car operates one way uphill 5:30 PM–7:30 PM. This upgrade centers on on‑wall interactions + themed dance to create an immersive night tour. Talk in real time with roaming NPCs such as Meng Jiangnü, a Ming‑era general, and frontier soldiers, and hear Great Wall stories as you walk. Join the waystation letter‑writing activity to send blessings that a courier delivers to the wall, adding a sense of ceremony and romance. The cultural street recreates a Tea‑Horse trade market, blending role‑play with borderland flair. The signature performance, "Bonfire Beyond the Pass," fuses Mongolian dance with modern choreography. At the climax, a simulated bonfire interaction invites visitors to join hands and dance to folk steps, feeling the Wall’s grandeur and the warmth of local culture in light and rhythm. Entry ceremonies and live interactions with wall patrols further deepen the sense of historical immersion. Come to Badaling and start a journey that’s uniquely yours

This summer, come to Yanqing and feel gentleness within easy reach. The Badaling Great Wall is a must-visit. By day, sunlit bricks and stones glow with timeworn beauty against a backdrop of emerald ridges. After dark, lights trace the Night Great Wall’s curves like a waking dragon; stand on a watchtower and let the evening breeze carry your worries away. When you need a break from the city, head for the Guishui River. Rent a bike and follow the water downstream, flanked by lush greenery and the fresh scent of grass and trees. Yanqing’s food is just as tempting. At a long-standing roadside shop, try Yanqing huoshao flatbread—golden and crackling outside with a chewy interior—where the pepper-and-wheat aroma reflects a living heritage. For dinner, gather around a brazier for a tofu feast: tangy, acid-set tofu bubbling away with napa cabbage, glass noodles, and smoked pork belly. With tofu and pork aromas mingling over the coals, it’s comfort in every bite. Your homecoming route is already mapped out: climb the Great Wall for sweeping views, stroll the riverbank, taste huoshao, and end with a tofu feast. There are many wonderful places near and far, but Yanqing in summer is the gentlest home you’ll find