During the half term break, Fifth and Sixth Form pupils embarked on an unforgettable adventure to China, exploring the country’s rich history over eight action-packed days. In Beijing, they marvelled at iconic modern landmarks like Tiananmen Square and the Bird’s Nest Stadium, before stepping back in time to ancient wonders like the Forbidden City, the Summer Palace, and the Temple of Heaven. The trip’s highlight? Visiting the pandas at Beijing Zoo, of course! They capped off their Beijing experience with a hike on the Great Wall of China, one of the Seven New Wonders of the World.
Next, it was off to Pingyao, an ancient walled city dating back to the Ming and Qing dynasties, where pupils explored temples, banks, and the old city walls. They even tried their hand at bartering with local vendors. The final leg of the journey took them to Xi’an, home to the famous Terracotta Army, where they learned about the ancient tomb and its army of life-sized soldiers guarding the first emperor’s afterlife.
This unforgettable trip was an incredible opportunity for pupils to explore this fascinating nation.
