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INSIDE SHANGHAI MARRIAGE MARKET CHINA VLOG

Ride with Gabi visits the weekend marriage market in Shanghai’s People’s Park, where parents share profiles of unmarried adult children, then moves through the city’s cafes, food queues, Nanjing Road and the Maglev.

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  1. INSIDE SHANGHAI MARRIAGE MARKET CHINA VLOG
    24 min
    2026-08
    INSIDE SHANGHAI MARRIAGE MARKET CHINA VLOGShanghai Marriage Market: Dating Pressures, Old TraditionsGo to People's Park on a weekend to see Shanghai's marriage market in action. Parents may size you up on age, height, income, education, hukou and property. It If you like coffee, spend time in Shanghai's cafes. The city has more Starbucks than anywhere on Earth and over 10,000 cafes. Try a premium Starbucks that serveSummer, Shanghai
  2. We Went Undercover in Shein's Factory Village
    29 min
    2026-07
    We Went Undercover in Shein's Factory VillageUndercover in Shein's Factory Village: Guangzhou's GarmentJob offers in Shein village show wages from 5,000 to 15,000 yuan per month, but actual earnings depend on piecework and season. Always look at the minimum guaraPiecework is the norm; workers earn per item. During peak season, pay can reach 13,000 yuan, but off-season is much lower. Competition keeps rates down.Summer, Guangzhou / Guangdong
  3. Nobody Told Us China Would Change Us Like This
    18 min
    2026-06
    Nobody Told Us China Would Change Us Like ThisShenzhen: How 21 Provinces of China Changed Our PerspectiveWhen ordering a taxi in China, make sure you are at the exact pickup spot before you order. Ordering from your hotel room can lead to the driver picking you up If you're a content creator, don't be afraid to take unpaid opportunities if the content will be good. Building relationships and connections often leads to morSummer, Shenzhen / Guangdong
  4. I Entered China for the First Time… (I'M SHOCKED)
    33 min
    2026-06
    I Entered China for the First Time… (I'M SHOCKED)Entering China: First Time in Shenzhen's Futuristic CityWhen entering mainland China, expect multiple passport checks and camera surveillance. Arrive early for immigration lines, especially at busy stations.Before arriving, download Alipay, WeChat, Didi, and A Map. Activate Alipay's transport card with your passport for seamless metro travel.Summer, Hong Kong
  5. Everyone Shows Futuristic China… But This Is The REAL Beijing
    31 min
    2026-05
    Everyone Shows Futuristic China… But This Is The REAL BeijingHidden Beijing: Real Streets, Hutongs & Local Life Beyond SkVisit local markets in the evening (around 5 PM) for the freshest groceries and the best local atmosphere.For cheaper food and souvenirs in the Hutongs, walk just two or three alleys away from the main tourist streets.Spring, Beijing
  6. Trust in China Is on Another Level… We Could Never Have This
    26 min
    2026-05
    Trust in China Is on Another Level… We Could Never Have ThisShenzhen Luxury Store Shock Trust Culture in China VlogIf you buy a luxury bag here, get it re-authenticated in your home country for easier resale, costing roughly £150.You can negotiate prices on items by contacting the seller through WeChat, as the store is a consignment platform.Spring, Shenzhen / Guangdong
  7. The Chinese City Destroyed in One Night 🇨🇳
    11 min
    2026-05
    The Chinese City Destroyed in One Night Tangshan Earthquake Memorial Park and Old Street WalkRyan walks past memorial plaques, surviving ruins and long walls bearing victims' names, and points out a lake. The video shows these as part of his visit but dRyan says Tangshan has two old streets and chooses the less touristy one. He notes that its buildings do not look especially ancient, despite the street's histoSpring, Tangshan / Hebei
  8. Russian and American in China | Train trip, nature gems and... being attacked
    15 min
    2026-04
    Russian and American in China | Train trip, nature gems and... being attackedTrain Trip and Rock Climbing in Yangshuo, China | Monkey EncYangshuo is an ancient town over 1400 years old with bamboo rafts on the Li River and world-class rock climbing on karst limestone cliffs.Xingping is 1700 years old and home to the iconic 20 yuan banknote landscape. Cormorant fishing is a dying tradition but still staged for tourists.Spring, Guilin / Guangxi
  9. I Traveled Across China To See The Truth (Full Documentary)
    1 hr 22 min
    2026-04
    I Traveled Across China To See The Truth (Full Documentary)Exploring Modern China: From Shanghai to Xishuangbanna in aApple Maps works for navigation in China while Google Maps may not; the source recommends downloading Apple Maps before travel to find metro routes and locationA 24-hour Shanghai metro pass costs 55 yuan in the source and can be a budget-friendly option if you plan several trips in one day.Spring, Hangzhou / Zhejiang
  10. Everyone Says China Is Amazing… But Nobody Explains WHY
    18 min
    2026-02
    Everyone Says China Is Amazing… But Nobody Explains WHYChina’s Modern Transformation: High-Speed Rail, EVs and MegaObserve how scale affects tech testing and product iteration; note the speed at which new devices hit the market.Experience cashless payments firsthand; prepare to use mobile wallets and understand tips culture in China.Winter, Shenzhen / Guangdong
  11. UNSEEN CHINA: The World’s Most Isolated Places Few People Visit | 4K Travel Documentary
    3 hr 2 min
    2026-02
    UNSEEN CHINA: The World’s Most Isolated Places Few People Visit | 4K Travel DocumentaryUnseen China: Remote Plateaus, Hidden Valleys and Isolated VWalk the old gray stone streets of Pingyao at golden hour to capture the soft light filtering through ancient walls.Follow narrow paths through Yunnan's terraced fields to hear water flowing and see misty mountain views.Winter, LijiangDunhuangXining / Tibet
  12. The China Western Media Won't show you! - exotic food in a rare market!
    14 min
    2025-10
    The China Western Media Won't show you! - exotic food in a rare market!Chengdu's Real China: Exotic Food in Rare MarketsLocal markets can turn up simple foods in an unexpected form. Evan tries a corn pancake and says its flavor strongly resembles freshly ground corn.Try street food while it is freshly prepared and hot. Evan describes the pork belly's crisp outside, rich fat and tender meat as a good combination.Autumn, Chengdu / Sichuan
  13. The Secrets of Chinese Porcelain: Inside Jiangxi's Ancient Villages
    14 min
    2025-04
    The Secrets of Chinese Porcelain: Inside Jiangxi's Ancient VillagesJiangxi's Jingdezhen: A Porcelain JourneyYaoli is the original town associated with the kaolin clay used for Jingdezhen porcelain and with the original glazes. Visiting helps connect the raw materials To make porcelain, artists beat clay bricks until the clay is malleable, then shape it on a wheel or by hand. Pieces are dried before being placed in saggars anSpring, Jingdezhen / Jiangxi
  14. THE WORLD WON’T BELIEVE THIS IS CHINA Full Travel Documentary
    2 hr 58 min
    2025-01
    THE WORLD WON’T BELIEVE THIS IS CHINA Full Travel DocumentaryChina Travel Documentary: Shanghai, Yangshuo & BeyondCarry your passport when visiting Elephant Trunk Hill in Guilin; Yasmine says she only needed to show it to enter. Keep your passport with you while traveling iKeep your passport with you during travel in China. Yasmine includes it as a practical item for entry at attractions and for travel between cities.Winter, Beijing
  15. 30 Amazing Days in China (Travel Documentary)
    4 hr 31 min
    2024-11
    30 Amazing Days in China (Travel Documentary)China Adventure: Beijing, Shanghai, Xi'an & ShenzhenThe source recommends setting up Alipay and WeChat Pay for cashless transactions during a China trip. The creators describe these apps as widely accepted and coMetroman is the app recommended for navigating subway systems in China. The creators say it makes routes easier to understand, which can help when moving througAutumn, Suzhou / Jiangsu
  16. I Visited “Tibet” (without a Permit)
    19 min
    2024-10
    I Visited “Tibet” (without a Permit)Shangri-La: Exploring Tibetan Culture in Yunnan, ChinaVisit the ancient Tibetan monastery in Shangri-La, dating back to the 17th century. Marvel at its intricate architecture and spiritual ambiance. It's a truly maUtilize the convenient and readily available Didi taxis for transportation within Shangri-La. The app is user-friendly, although communication might be a slightAutumn, Lhasa / Tibet
  17. China's Secret Lands: The Tibet You Didn't Know Existed
    26 min
    2024-10
    China's Secret Lands: The Tibet You Didn't Know ExistedHidden Tibet: Unveiling Authentic Culture and LandscapesConsider booking a tour with Elevated Trips to experience the Tibetan Plateau. They offer distinctive visits to lesser-known areas, making it easier to reach ruTry traditional Tibetan yogurt made from yak's milk. It is a local food with a distinctive taste, and the travelers found it different but enjoyable.Autumn, Lhasa / Tibet
  18. The City Where it All Started
    17 min
    2024-10
    The City Where it All StartedWuhan: Unveiling the City's Hidden HistoryExpect crowded roads and heavy traffic near Wuhan’s train stations. PPPeter found it difficult to get a taxi in the busy area, so allow extra time for local traGive yourself enough time to move around Wuhan because traffic can lengthen journeys. PPPeter discusses the maglev train as an alternative that offers a fast, sAutumn, Wuhan / Hubei
  19. We Will NEVER Forget What We Saw In China (Full Documentary)
    1 hr 39 min
    2024-09
    We Will NEVER Forget What We Saw In China (Full Documentary)China Journey: Guangzhou & Chengdu ExplorationCanton Tower is a landmark in Guangzhou and was once the world’s tallest tower. Visitors can take in the city from its observation deck, as Shev and Dev do duriUse a mobile payment app such as Alipay for purchases in China. Shev and Dev point out how common cashless payments are and how easy this makes it to buy items Autumn, GuangzhouChengdu / Guangdong
  20. Investigating China's Futuristic Megacity You've Never Heard Of
    47 min
    2024-09
    Investigating China's Futuristic Megacity You've Never Heard OfChengdu: Exploring China's Futuristic MegacityChunxi Road is a pedestrian shopping street with local and international brands and a large selection of panda merchandise.QR-code phone payments are commonly used in the places Shev and Dev visit, making it easy for them to pay without cash.Autumn, Chengdu / Sichuan
  21. How To Travel China (Full Documentary)
    2 hr 21 min
    2024-07
    How To Travel China (Full Documentary)China Documentary: Exploring Shanghai, Beijing & ChongqingNanjing Road in Shanghai is a busy pedestrian street with shops, malls, and food stalls. It's a great place to experience the city's energy and diversity.Shanghai is heavily policed, but this doesn't detract from the safety and orderliness of the city. The police actively assist pedestrians crossing the road.Summer, Chongqing
  22. The Biggest City on Earth You've Never Heard Of
    20 min
    2024-07
    The Biggest City on Earth You've Never Heard OfChongqing: China's Largest MegacityChongqing's roads and buildings occupy multiple levels, reflecting the city's terrain and making navigation complicated. PPPeter gets lost in a hospital while tA train passes directly through a residential building in Chongqing. PPPeter sees this unusual route as an example of how transport and buildings fit into the cSummer, Chongqing
  23. 2 Weeks Traveling in China
    2 hr 29 min
    2024-02
    2 Weeks Traveling in ChinaChina Travel Vlog: Shanghai, Beijing High-Speed Rail JourneyExchange currency at the airport to avoid unfavorable rates and ensure you have enough cash for smaller transactions.Shanghai's metro system is efficient, clean, and relatively easy to navigate, even with a language barrier. Download Apple Maps for efficient public transport nWinter, Beijing
  24. China‘s VENICE, the Water Town of China | S2, EP54
    22 min
    2023-12
    China‘s VENICE, the Water Town of China | S2, EP54Zhenyuan, Guizhou: Exploring China's VeniceSample local rice wines and ask about their flavors and brewing processes. Little Chinese Everywhere meets friendly residents and accepts their invitation to trExplore local street food and try the spicy snacks available in Zhenyuan. The traveler treats these foods as one way to learn about the local culture.Winter, Zhenyuan / Guizhou
  25. NOBODY told me China is like this | Muslim people in China, Chinese Food and culture in Tianjin
    18 min
    2023-10
    NOBODY told me China is like this | Muslim people in China, Chinese Food and culture in TianjinTianjin, China: Culture, Food & Muslim LifeExercise caution while crossing streets in China, even with a green light. Always look both ways to avoid accidents.China's stance on religion, particularly Islam, is a complex and often debated topic. It's important to approach the subject with sensitivity and awareness.Autumn, Tianjin
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