Understanding China’s Deadly Air
(LinkAsia: November 11, 2011) Haze has surrounded many parts of China, including Beijing, where residents are wondering what’s in the air. The Beijing government and the US embassy in Beijing use different standards to measure air quality. Angel Hsu, a doctoral student at the Yale School of Forestry and project director for the 2012 Environmental Performance Index, explains the difference.
Beijing, China
Join Cheryll as she journeys to Beijing. There she visits the Great Wall, eats her way through a night market, and peruses art ranging from traditional to modern, all on her mission to find the best shopping and destinations. Episode highlights include: At Han Dynasty’s Lacquer Ware Store, peruse a selection of high quality goods marked by exquisite workmanship and stunning colors. In the 798 Art District, explore chic designer boutiques, view modern pop art mixing Chinese and Western culture, and buy everything from paintings to tees. At Neat Times Jewelry Store, they combine contemporary shapes and geometrics with traditional materials. Throughout the episode you will also experience: Commune by the Great Wall, Ming Tombs, Rickshaws, Forbidden City, Safitel Renmin Hotel, Jade, Terra cotta warriors, China World Hotel. Let’s Shop brings you the best shopping experiences from top travel destinations all over the world. Join host Cheryll Gillespie as she explores the funkiest boutiques, hippest malls, and most exclusive shops the world over. Packed with historical information and travel tips, Cheryll lends her keen eye and sage advice to make each trip an unforgettable combination of luxury, culture, and fun.