China’s Changing Frontier: The Ancient Cultures & Natural Wonders of Yunnan

With faculty lecturers David M. Lampton and Hua Tao

June 14 - 28, 2016

From $5990 plus air

Join Johns Hopkins’ superb China experts—professors Hua Tao and David Michael “Mike" Lampton—on a fascinating exploration of China that is scheduled to coincide with the celebration of the 30th anniversary of the Hopkins-Nanjing Center (HNC). Start the journey in Shanghai, a historic city leading China’s rapid modernization. In Nanjing, see the highlights and celebrate HNC’s 30th anniversary by attending a symposium, convocation/commemoration ceremony, and reception. Then, fly southwest to Yunnan Province, famous for its stunning alpine forests, pristine glaciers, and colorful minority villages. Visit Xiaowan Dam, the world's second highest arch dam and the third largest hydroelectric power station in China, and learn about the dam’s impact on the local community. Learn about Muslim architecture and influence along the Tea Horse Road, China’s ancient trade route with Tibet and an important supply route between India and China during World War II. Be immersed in traditional Chinese life with a stay at the beautiful Linden Centre, a meticulously restored historic courtyard mansion founded by fellow JHU alum, Brian Linden. End in the imperial capital, Beijing, where historic monuments and modern towers mingle together to create a grand city like no other.