Attractions in China
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Until 1909, the Yellow River in Lanzhou was crossed using a precarious system of rafts. The Zhongshan Bridge, also known as the Yellow River Iron Bridge, changed this with its […]
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Nanshan Temple, constructed in 1988 to mark 2,000 years of Buddhist history in China, stands at the foot of Nanshan Mountain. The temple’s design draws inspiration from the Tang Dynasty, […]
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The Mountain Resort in Chengde, located just north of the city, stands as China’s largest imperial garden and was once the summer residence of the Qing dynasty’s emperors. Constructed over […]
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Luodai Ancient Town, nestled on the outskirts of Chengdu, is a historic enclave steeped in Hakka culture. The town features four guildhalls, each built for Hakka people from different provinces […]
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Mengding Mountain, located in Chengdu, China, is revered as the birthplace of the world’s tea culture and is home to some of the oldest tea plantations. Nestled in a lush, […]
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Miaoying Temple, also known as the White Stupa Temple or White Dagoba Temple, stands in Beijing’s Xicheng District, where a striking white dagoba rises 167 feet (51 meters) above the […]
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The China Art Palace, housed in an inverted scarlet pyramid that towers over Pudong, stands as a prominent landmark in Shanghai. This expansive museum, which includes works from the former […]
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Nestled in the rocky cliffs and mountains near Tianshui, China, Bingling Temple is a historic site featuring caves, grottoes, and pagodas adorned with Buddhist carvings and sculptures that date back […]
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Nestled within the Hong Kong UNESCO Global Geopark, Sharp Island, also known as Kiu Tsui Chau, offers a wealth of natural and recreational features in a compact space. Situated in […]
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Nestled on the bustling Nanjing West Road, Jing’an Temple, or the Temple of Peace and Tranquility, stands as a serene oasis amidst the modern skyscrapers and shopping malls of Shanghai. […]
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Built in 1777, the Prince Gong Mansion (Gong Wang Fu) stands as one of Beijing’s best-preserved imperial mansions, now transformed into a museum. Located in the heart of the city, […]
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The Chongqing Zoo, located in the heart of Chongqing, China, is home to over 4,000 animals representing 230 species. Among its residents are the iconic giant pandas and the rare […]
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The Tsingtao Beer Museum, located in Qingdao, China, celebrates over a century of German brewing history and heritage. Housed in a two-story building, the museum offers visitors a chance to […]
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Yao Mountain, the highest of the striking rock formations that rise from the banks of the Li River, stands at nearly 3,000 feet (900 meters). Located outside of Guilin, the […]
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Chengdu Culture Park, known as Wenhua Gongyuan, is an oasis of green nestled in downtown Chengdu, near the historic Qingyang Palace. The park features serene lotus ponds, towering ginkgo trees, […]
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Zhanqiao Pier, Qingdao’s first pier, was built in 1891 and extends 1,444 feet (440 meters) into Qingdao Bay. At its end stands the octagonal Huilan Pavilion, a structure that has […]
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Nestled in the bustling district of Yau Ma Tei, the Jade Market is a vibrant hub where hundreds of stalls line the streets, each brimming with an array of jade […]
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The Gansu Provincial Museum, a prominent landmark in Lanzhou, China, houses over 350,000 cultural and historical relics. Visitors can explore a diverse collection, including Bronze Age horses, dinosaur bones, and […]
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Nestled along the shore of Tai Hu Lake, one of China’s largest freshwater lakes, the Yuantouzhu Scenic Area captures the essence of Jiangnan (south of the Yangtze) style. During cherry-blossom […]
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Step into the past at Qingyan Ancient Town, a site with a history stretching back 600 years to the Ming and Qing dynasties. Located in Guiyang, China, the town is […]
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The Du Fu Cottage, located in Chengdu, China, commemorates the life and legacy of one of the country’s most revered and influential poets. Spanning 24 acres, this park and museum […]
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Lamma Island, the third-largest of Hong Kong’s outlying islands, provides a tranquil escape from the city’s hustle and bustle. Located just a short distance from Hong Kong, this car-free island […]
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The Three Gorges Museum, located in Chongqing, China, offers a comprehensive look into the science, history, and cultural heritage of the Three Gorges region along the Yangtze River. Housed within […]
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The Stilwell Museum, located in Chongqing, China, is housed in the former residence of General Joseph Stilwell, who served as the commander-in-chief of the American Army in the China Burma […]