To the uninitiated, a trip to one of Shenyang's many bathhouses can be a daunting prospect. There is something quite mysterious about Chinese bathhouses: the imposing architecture, the spacious marble foyers and sweeping staircases. Often these stand out ... Read More>>

There is no “massages on the beach” in Shenyang, let’s get that straight from the outset.<br /> Shenyang being in the North of China, tends to endure chilly winters, and when the weather turns cold few things are more enjoyable than a Read More>>

Do you like DJs? Do you like to listen to dance music? Do you like electronic music or do you sometimes like to DJ yourself on an amateur basis? If the answer to any of these questions is yes, you will find a club suiting your taste in Shenyang. Read More>>

Shenyang is home to many bars and restaurants, from German-themed chains to Chinese music bars, but knowing the best places to go when you’ve just arrived in a new city can be tricky. Many local bars are geared towards their usual patrons, with loud ... Read More>>

If bargain shopping is what you’re in the mood for then there’s simply no better place than Wu Ai Market (五爱市场) in Shenyang. Wu Ai Market is not only one of the largest wholesale markets in the region, but it is also one of the biggest economic zones ... Read More>>

Xita Korean neighborhood in Shenyang was formed nearly a hundred years ago. This well-known Koreatown in the northeastern parts of China is home to over 30,000 Korean ethnic minorities. The central landmark of Korea-town is Xita Street (西塔街), stretching ... Read More>>

Shenyang is increasingly becoming a haven for films and cinema; here we recommend the four best and most popular movie theaters in Shenyang. Read More>>

For those of you familiar with Shenyang’s winter climate, we all know that it can get pretty nippy out there. So why not head out, embrace the cold, and get warm in the nearby hot springs? Read More>>

It's hard to talk about winter sports without mentioning skiing. And it's hard to talk about skiing in Shenyang without mentioning these four popular ski resorts. From skiing to snowboarding to hiking to ice sculptures, no matter your winter proclivities, ... Read More>>

If you are in the mood for some shopping, here comes an article which should fulfill this impulsive, convulsive or well planned activity. Read More>>

In Shenyang, the spring, summer and early autumn are great for exercising outdoors. Many of the parks have work out benches and pull up bars, and in the warm, plentiful days of summer, it’s great to go jogging in the early morning down by the river or in ... Read More>>

For the Western traveller, China is perhaps the country that offers the most expansive culinary experience. Shenyang is no exception to this rule. As well as the foods that we might recognise from a local Chinese restaurant back home, Shenyang can provide ... Read More>>

If you've gotten tired of the raucous environment of nightclubs and want a place for a nice chat with a couple of friends, then it is highly recommended that you visit the following bars and lounges for a change of atmosphere. The following places don't ... Read More>>

Sometimes it seems as if the bar scene for expats is incredibly limited. Although Shenyang is a big city with over 7 million people, the expat bar scene can seem incredibly small. It’s easy to get stuck in the same old bar rut; a scene that can get both ... Read More>>

Shenyang’s Taiyuan Street (太原街) is well known for its rich history and for being a prosperous center of trade that has weathered with the ages. After nearly a century of development, Taiyuan Street is now a well integrated commercial district that ... Read More>>

Sometimes Shenyang can get a bit much. The routine can get overwhelming, the smog can become oppressive and you want a change of scenery. However, as much as a trip is desired there are two restricting factors that always need to be considered: time and ... Read More>>

Fantawild Adventure Park covers a whopping 60,000 square meters and is the largest fourth-generation amusement park in northeastern China. The park features dozens of thrilling, adrenaline-inducing rides; here are a few of the highlights. Read More>>

In Shenyang the seasons are distinctive and change quickly – when the Siberian anticyclone shifts, the hot air you’d been basking in all summer disappears and is replaced by winds streaming down from the Arctic. December through February, the temperature ... Read More>>

Although Chinese food is delicious, there are some days you can’t help but crave the comfort foods from home. Having a bite of a turkey sandwich, good pizza, pasta or a sip of good beer, can transport one right back home, if only for a second. Read More>>

If you enjoy the extensive live music scene in major Chinese cities such as Beijing or Shanghai you might feel a bit disappointed by what Shenyang has to offer. Nonetheless if you read the following lines you will discover that a few good options exist ... Read More>>

Shenyang is a city of wide boulevards filled with cars, looming tower blocks, shiny, new shopping malls and countless KTVs. With so much of the amenities of modern life around, it can be easy to forget that this city was once an ancient capital of not only ... Read More>>

Anyone living or traveling abroad occasionally wants to immerse themselves in the flavors of foreign cuisine, and to do so at somewhere a bit nicer than McDonalds. This feeling can be especially acute for expats living in Shenyang. The city is host to many ... Read More>>

Making the move to China may be easy, but trying to hunt down a decent flat may not be so simple. In Shenyang, there are many places to choose from in the hunt for your comfort pad. One of the biggest obstacles an expat may meet is hunting for the best ... Read More>>

Shenyang is a sprawling city with countless high streets, malls and markets all thronged with shoppers. As well as the stores you may recognise from home, there are local Chinese brands and an often forgotten myriad of local tailors, many of whom work from ... Read More>>