Travel writing is a popular literary genre that has been gaining acceptance in the recent times. Studies are limited on Indian travel narratives written in regional languages. The present study aims at familiarizing the travel narratives written on China by Malayali writers during twentieth century, with a focus on Marunna China (Changing China) by V.K.Madhavankutty. It is inferred from the study that Madhavankutty has tried to portray China at its best without being prejudistic or stereotypical as a foreign traveller. His true quest to understand China and how he perceives China as reflected in the narrative is revealed through the study.

Index words: Travel-China-Malayali-Twentieth century-Representation