China's Southwest

Discover China's SouthwestFollow your shadow floating over limestone peaks on a Guangxi ballooning voyage.Hike Tiger Leaping Gorge to the snowcapped mountaintops of Haba Shan via the Jinsha River.Savour the Yin and Yang of spicy, sizzling or soaked-in-soy Southwest delicacies.Get caught up in the dancing at the vibrant Miao Lusheng Festival.In This GuideFive intrepid authors, 220 days of in-country research, 157 bus rides and one rotting yak's head.Includes captivating new destinations not covered in any other English-language guidebook.Chapters dedicated to gateway cities (Beijing, Honk Kong and Shanghai), minority cultures and adventure activities.