A.T.I. Chinese culture course tour featuring traditional architecture and cultural heritage sites

CULTURE & LANGUAGE

Discover the Spirit of China

Step into a world of heritage, beauty, and wisdom — from language to philosophy, cuisine to calligraphy.

Stepping into China is like walking through thousands of years of stories — from the majestic rooftops of the Forbidden City to the quiet wisdom of ancient traditions. Every corner tells a story.

At A.T.I. Education, learning Chinese is just the beginning.
We invite you to explore China’s rich culture, city by city, through our immersive language and cultural courses.

Engaged online learner participating in a live A.T.I. virtual class with interactive learning

Beijing 北京

As the capital of China for more than 800 years, Beijing is a city where history and modern life intertwine. From ancient imperial palaces to futuristic skyscrapers, every street offers a glimpse into China’s rich and evolving story.

Whether you're walking through the narrow alleys of a traditional hutong or standing beneath the towering gates of the Forbidden City, you’re never far from something meaningful.

Aerial view of Shanghai skyline at dusk with illuminated skyscrapers and the Huangpu River.

Shanghai 上海

Shanghai is China’s window to the world — a city where tradition and innovation collide in dazzling harmony.
Once a quiet fishing village, it has transformed into a global metropolis known for its iconic skyline, dynamic lifestyle, and international flair.

Strolling along The Bund, you’ll see classic European architecture on one side and futuristic skyscrapers on the other. It’s the perfect symbol of Shanghai: modern yet rooted in heritage.

Terracotta Army in Xi'an, China, housed in a large museum with rows of clay soldier statues in excavated pits.

Xi‘an 西安

Xi’an, once known as Chang’an, is one of the oldest cities in China — and was the capital for over 1,000 years across 13 dynasties. It was also the starting point of the ancient Silk Road, making it a true crossroads of cultures, ideas, and stories.

Today, Xi’an blends its historic soul with a lively modern city vibe. Walking along its ancient city walls, it's easy to imagine the echoes of poets, emperors, and traders who once passed through these same gates.

Guangzhou cityscape with Canton Tower, residential buildings in foreground, and skyline in background under cloudy sky.

Guangzhou (Canton) 广州

Located in the southern province of Guangdong, Guangzhou has long been known as the “Southern Gateway to China.” With a history of over 2,000 years as a port city, it was one of the first places in China to open up to the world — and it still leads today as a center of commerce, culture, and cuisine.

Here, East meets Southeast Asia, tradition meets innovation, and every alley smells like something delicious is cooking.