China

8D7N (recommended)

Visit Wulanbutong Grasslands in Chifeng,former Ming Emperors' hunting ground

Visit Xilamuren Valley - must see attraction

Visit Hot Water Town aka Hot Spring Town for hot spring

Visit Huanggang Liang, Daxingan Mountains' highest peak

Visit Black River Nature Reserve in Daoxugou

Visit Dada Line and Lake Dalinor, Inner Mongolia's 2nd largest lake

Visit Asihatu Stone Forest

Visit Gubei Water Town aka Wuzhen of the North

Personal time in Beijing

INNER MONGOLIA

Inner Mongolia is an autonomous region established in 1947 on the former Republic of China provinces of Suiyuan, Chahar, Rehe, Liaobei and Xing'an along with the northern parts of Gansu and Ningxia. It is the third-largest subdivision of China spanning about 1,200,000 km2 (463,000 sq mi) or 12% of China's total land area and has a population of 24.7m as of 2010 census. Inner Mongolia is the 23rd populous province-level division with the majority of population Han Chinese and a substantial Mongol minority. The official languages are Chinese and Mongolian.

Due to its elongated shape, Inner Mongolia has a wide variety of climates. The winters in Inner Mongolia are very long, cold, and dry with frequent blizzards, athough snowfall is light. The spring is short, mild and arid, with large, dangerous sandstorms, whilst the summer is very warm to hot and relatively humid except in the west where it remains dry. Autumn is brief and sees a steady cooling, with temperatures below 0 °C (32 °F) reached in October in the north and November in the south.

HAMANA (pix by Chifeng gov)

Hamaba in the grasslands is section of gentle rising slope with valleys and lowlands on three sides. The rich spread of white birches are the highlights, especially in autumn period when all the birches are dyed into golden, yellow, orange, light purple, olivine, etc. by the side of the fiery red leaves and dozens of cottages are a natural oil painting, most popular with ardent photographers.

ASIHATU STONE FOREST (Pix by China News Service/Liu Hai)

Located at the north mountain northeast of the Keshiketeng Banner of Chifeng. Asihatu granite is a rare stone forest landform.

The cause of the stone forest is that the rock mass of the region has rare horizontal proterozoic rock joints and vertical rock joints. Magma, glaciers, thawing ice, wind erosion and landslip due to gravity formed it. Within an area of five sq. km, there areodd mountains and stones with different shapes and nearly 1,000 of stelae, rock jungle and ostrich stone. Integrating stone foresta, grassland and foresta, Asihatu Stone Forest Tourist District has a very graceful landscape. It is a multi-functional geological park combining such functions as scientific study, viewing, sightseeing, popular science education, leisure and holiday making, entertainment and exploration.

DADA LINE (pix by Mongolia News Network)

The Dada Line stretches through a vast grassland in Chifeng city. The Ministry of Transport's news office released the shortlist for China's most beautiful self-driving tour routes. The Dada Line in North China's Inner Mongolia autonomous region has made it into the top 20, making it the only route in the region to be included.

The Dada Line stretches 135 kilometers through Chifeng city's Hexigten Banner. This scenic route traverses the majestic sandland spruce forests, passes through the vast Gongger Grassland, and concludes at the ancient and time-weathered Asihatu Stone Forest.

INNER MONGOLIA

Inner Mongolia is an autonomous region established in 1947 on the former Republic of China provinces of Suiyuan, Chahar, Rehe, Liaobei and Xing'an along with the northern parts of Gansu and Ningxia. It is the third-largest subdivision of China spanning about 1,200,000 km2 (463,000 sq mi) or 12% of China's total land area and has a population of 24.7m as of 2010 census. Inner Mongolia is the 23rd populous province-level division with the majority of population Han Chinese and a substantial Mongol minority. The official languages are Chinese and Mongolian.

Due to its elongated shape, Inner Mongolia has a wide variety of climates. The winters in Inner Mongolia are very long, cold, and dry with frequent blizzards, athough snowfall is light. The spring is short, mild and arid, with large, dangerous sandstorms, whilst the summer is very warm to hot and relatively humid except in the west where it remains dry. Autumn is brief and sees a steady cooling, with temperatures below 0 °C (32 °F) reached in October in the north and November in the south.

HAMANA (pix by Chifeng gov)

Hamaba in the grasslands is section of gentle rising slope with valleys and lowlands on three sides. The rich spread of white birches are the highlights, especially in autumn period when all the birches are dyed into golden, yellow, orange, light purple, olivine, etc. by the side of the fiery red leaves and dozens of cottages are a natural oil painting, most popular with ardent photographers.

ASIHATU STONE FOREST (Pix by China News Service/Liu Hai)

Located at the north mountain northeast of the Keshiketeng Banner of Chifeng. Asihatu granite is a rare stone forest landform.

The cause of the stone forest is that the rock mass of the region has rare horizontal proterozoic rock joints and vertical rock joints. Magma, glaciers, thawing ice, wind erosion and landslip due to gravity formed it. Within an area of five sq. km, there areodd mountains and stones with different shapes and nearly 1,000 of stelae, rock jungle and ostrich stone. Integrating stone foresta, grassland and foresta, Asihatu Stone Forest Tourist District has a very graceful landscape. It is a multi-functional geological park combining such functions as scientific study, viewing, sightseeing, popular science education, leisure and holiday making, entertainment and exploration.

DADA LINE (pix by Mongolia News Network)

The Dada Line stretches through a vast grassland in Chifeng city. The Ministry of Transport's news office released the shortlist for China's most beautiful self-driving tour routes. The Dada Line in North China's Inner Mongolia autonomous region has made it into the top 20, making it the only route in the region to be included.

The Dada Line stretches 135 kilometers through Chifeng city's Hexigten Banner. This scenic route traverses the majestic sandland spruce forests, passes through the vast Gongger Grassland, and concludes at the ancient and time-weathered Asihatu Stone Forest.

INNER MONGOLIA

Inner Mongolia is an autonomous region established in 1947 on the former Republic of China provinces of Suiyuan, Chahar, Rehe, Liaobei and Xing'an along with the northern parts of Gansu and Ningxia. It is the third-largest subdivision of China spanning about 1,200,000 km2 (463,000 sq mi) or 12% of China's total land area and has a population of 24.7m as of 2010 census. Inner Mongolia is the 23rd populous province-level division with the majority of population Han Chinese and a substantial Mongol minority. The official languages are Chinese and Mongolian.

Due to its elongated shape, Inner Mongolia has a wide variety of climates. The winters in Inner Mongolia are very long, cold, and dry with frequent blizzards, athough snowfall is light. The spring is short, mild and arid, with large, dangerous sandstorms, whilst the summer is very warm to hot and relatively humid except in the west where it remains dry. Autumn is brief and sees a steady cooling, with temperatures below 0 °C (32 °F) reached in October in the north and November in the south.

HAMANA (pix by Chifeng gov)

Hamaba in the grasslands is section of gentle rising slope with valleys and lowlands on three sides. The rich spread of white birches are the highlights, especially in autumn period when all the birches are dyed into golden, yellow, orange, light purple, olivine, etc. by the side of the fiery red leaves and dozens of cottages are a natural oil painting, most popular with ardent photographers.

ASIHATU STONE FOREST (Pix by China News Service/Liu Hai)

Located at the north mountain northeast of the Keshiketeng Banner of Chifeng. Asihatu granite is a rare stone forest landform.

The cause of the stone forest is that the rock mass of the region has rare horizontal proterozoic rock joints and vertical rock joints. Magma, glaciers, thawing ice, wind erosion and landslip due to gravity formed it. Within an area of five sq. km, there areodd mountains and stones with different shapes and nearly 1,000 of stelae, rock jungle and ostrich stone. Integrating stone foresta, grassland and foresta, Asihatu Stone Forest Tourist District has a very graceful landscape. It is a multi-functional geological park combining such functions as scientific study, viewing, sightseeing, popular science education, leisure and holiday making, entertainment and exploration.

DADA LINE (pix by Mongolia News Network)

The Dada Line stretches through a vast grassland in Chifeng city. The Ministry of Transport's news office released the shortlist for China's most beautiful self-driving tour routes. The Dada Line in North China's Inner Mongolia autonomous region has made it into the top 20, making it the only route in the region to be included.

The Dada Line stretches 135 kilometers through Chifeng city's Hexigten Banner. This scenic route traverses the majestic sandland spruce forests, passes through the vast Gongger Grassland, and concludes at the ancient and time-weathered Asihatu Stone Forest.

INNER MONGOLIA

Inner Mongolia is an autonomous region established in 1947 on the former Republic of China provinces of Suiyuan, Chahar, Rehe, Liaobei and Xing'an along with the northern parts of Gansu and Ningxia. It is the third-largest subdivision of China spanning about 1,200,000 km2 (463,000 sq mi) or 12% of China's total land area and has a population of 24.7m as of 2010 census. Inner Mongolia is the 23rd populous province-level division with the majority of population Han Chinese and a substantial Mongol minority. The official languages are Chinese and Mongolian.

Due to its elongated shape, Inner Mongolia has a wide variety of climates. The winters in Inner Mongolia are very long, cold, and dry with frequent blizzards, athough snowfall is light. The spring is short, mild and arid, with large, dangerous sandstorms, whilst the summer is very warm to hot and relatively humid except in the west where it remains dry. Autumn is brief and sees a steady cooling, with temperatures below 0 °C (32 °F) reached in October in the north and November in the south.

HAMANA (pix by Chifeng gov)

Hamaba in the grasslands is section of gentle rising slope with valleys and lowlands on three sides. The rich spread of white birches are the highlights, especially in autumn period when all the birches are dyed into golden, yellow, orange, light purple, olivine, etc. by the side of the fiery red leaves and dozens of cottages are a natural oil painting, most popular with ardent photographers.

ASIHATU STONE FOREST (Pix by China News Service/Liu Hai)

Located at the north mountain northeast of the Keshiketeng Banner of Chifeng. Asihatu granite is a rare stone forest landform.

The cause of the stone forest is that the rock mass of the region has rare horizontal proterozoic rock joints and vertical rock joints. Magma, glaciers, thawing ice, wind erosion and landslip due to gravity formed it. Within an area of five sq. km, there areodd mountains and stones with different shapes and nearly 1,000 of stelae, rock jungle and ostrich stone. Integrating stone foresta, grassland and foresta, Asihatu Stone Forest Tourist District has a very graceful landscape. It is a multi-functional geological park combining such functions as scientific study, viewing, sightseeing, popular science education, leisure and holiday making, entertainment and exploration.

DADA LINE (pix by Mongolia News Network)

The Dada Line stretches through a vast grassland in Chifeng city. The Ministry of Transport's news office released the shortlist for China's most beautiful self-driving tour routes. The Dada Line in North China's Inner Mongolia autonomous region has made it into the top 20, making it the only route in the region to be included.

The Dada Line stretches 135 kilometers through Chifeng city's Hexigten Banner. This scenic route traverses the majestic sandland spruce forests, passes through the vast Gongger Grassland, and concludes at the ancient and time-weathered Asihatu Stone Forest.

HANGZHOU

Hangzhou is the capital city of Zhejiang province. It is the southern terminus of the ancient Grand Canal waterway that originates in Beijing.

Its West Lake which is celebrated by poets and artists, since the 9th century, encompasses little islands, temples, pavilions, gardens and arched bridges.

On its south bank is the 5-story Leifeng Pagoda, a modern reconstruction of a structure built in 975 A.D.

Hangzhou's architecture and gardens are renowned, and it is situated among hills and valleys in which some of the most famous monasteries in China are located. Thus, the city, with its beautiful scenery and sites of historical interest, is among China's most popular tourist destinations.

Hangzhou Winter from December to February are the coldest months with an average temperature of 4°C. This is the time when snow falls which cover the lake and making the area particularly beautiful. The summer months are warmer with an average of 14°C.

Hangzhou's nearest international gateway city is Shanghai. High speed train is considered the best way to travel from Shanghai to Hangzhou, given the short duration of just 1 hour and its high frequency of more than 100 departures each day.

WEST LAKE, HANGZHOU

One of the birthplaces of Chinese civilization and ranking among the seven ancient capitals in China, Hangzhou stands out as the "Famous Town of Southeast China". The excavation of the Kuahu Bridge site located in the city's Xiaoshan district indicates that as early as 8,000 years ago the place already saw thriving human activities.

Hangzhou boasts a long history and great cultural wealth. Its culture features the landmarks of the city, like West Lake, the Grand Canal and the Qiantang River and embraces integration and development in an open and innovative era.

The West Lake Culture absorbed the essence of local culture in different epochs, such as Kuahuqiao Culture, Liangzhu Culture that dates back to 3310 - 2250 BC, Wuyue Culture, and the cultures of the Southern Dynasty (1127-1279), Ming and Qing dynasties (1368-1644, 1644-1911) and the Minguo era (1912-1949).

West Lake Culture covers a wide range of elements, including landscape, gardening, religion, architecture, celebrities, folk customs, the Silk Road, tea and cuisine, all coming together in delicacy and harmony.

HEFANG STREET, HANGZHOU

Hefang Street is no stranger to Hangzhou people. The street may not be long, but you will find everything you need on this street. With a few daily life-related necessities and a large amount of cultural inheritance-related stuff, the street is of a strong cultural atmosphere.

Compared with other famous streets in Hangzhou, Hefang Street is tailor-made for tourists, because, on the street, the historical Hangzhou can be found, including Hu Qing Yu Tang Traditional Chinese Medicine Pharmacy, Bronze Sculpture Museum, and Hangzhou Paradise Umbrella…

The noted Wu Hang (Top Five Hangzhou Specialties), Kong Feng Chun Powder, Zhang Xiaoquan Scissors, Wangxingji Fans, Dujinsheng Brocade, and Fudachang Cigar, originated here. The street is packed with old Hangzhou shops selling antiques, paintings, and calligraphic works. The old street once at the foot of the imperial palace of the Southern Song Dynasty continues to shine in modern society.

Hefang Street is abundant with old-fashioned snacks and also new and creative internet-famous ones.

WUZHEN

Wuzhen, was in the first batch of ten famous historical and cultural towns in China, one of the top ten charming towns in China and a town with beautiful environment in China, is known as "the last pillow water family in China". In 2023, Wuzhen Wu Village won the award of "2022 Rural Tourism Revitalization Benchmark Project" and the "National List of Preferred Projects for the Integration of Intangible Cultural Heritage and Tourism Development" in 2022.

Wuzhen Scenic Spot became the only scenic spot on the list in Zhejiang Province and was successfully selected as one of the "Intangible Cultural Heritage Scenic Spots". In 2022, Wuzhen Scenic Spot was listed on the second batch of public list of national night culture and tourism consumption gathering areas.

XIZHA FLOATING MARKET

In the past, Wuzhen was located at the junction of two provinces, three prefectures and seven counties, with dense rivers and extending in all directions.

The residents of the towns and villages in the four towns and eight neighboring towns are accustomed to be out early in the morning to drink morning tea on their boats and then rush to the market, bringing their home grown vegetables and livestock to sell as income supplement for the family. Gradually it formed a lively market place which is still thriving till today.

SHANTANG STREET (SEVEN LI STREET)

As one of the most famous water towns in the south of the Yangtze River, the ancient Suzhou city has a layout featuring crisscrossed rivers and canals as well as crisscrossed lands and streets. A poem by the late Tang poet Du Xunhe reads, “When you visit Suzhou on a tour, you’ll see houses hanging over canals. The Old Palace has little space to spare; you see jetties and bridges everywhere.” Among the numerous streets and alleys in Suzhou, the historic street, Shangtang Street, is dubbed the foremost famous street in Suzhou.

Shangtang Street has a history of over 1,100 years and is a must visit when in Suzhou.

HANGZHOU

Hangzhou is the capital city of Zhejiang province. It is the southern terminus of the ancient Grand Canal waterway that originates in Beijing.

Its West Lake which is celebrated by poets and artists, since the 9th century, encompasses little islands, temples, pavilions, gardens and arched bridges.

On its south bank is the 5-story Leifeng Pagoda, a modern reconstruction of a structure built in 975 A.D.

Hangzhou's architecture and gardens are renowned, and it is situated among hills and valleys in which some of the most famous monasteries in China are located. Thus, the city, with its beautiful scenery and sites of historical interest, is among China's most popular tourist destinations.

Hangzhou Winter from December to February are the coldest months with an average temperature of 4°C. This is the time when snow falls which cover the lake and making the area particularly beautiful. The summer months are warmer with an average of 14°C.

Hangzhou's nearest international gateway city is Shanghai. High speed train is considered the best way to travel from Shanghai to Hangzhou, given the short duration of just 1 hour and its high frequency of more than 100 departures each day.

WEST LAKE, HANGZHOU

One of the birthplaces of Chinese civilization and ranking among the seven ancient capitals in China, Hangzhou stands out as the "Famous Town of Southeast China". The excavation of the Kuahu Bridge site located in the city's Xiaoshan district indicates that as early as 8,000 years ago the place already saw thriving human activities.

Hangzhou boasts a long history and great cultural wealth. Its culture features the landmarks of the city, like West Lake, the Grand Canal and the Qiantang River and embraces integration and development in an open and innovative era.

The West Lake Culture absorbed the essence of local culture in different epochs, such as Kuahuqiao Culture, Liangzhu Culture that dates back to 3310 - 2250 BC, Wuyue Culture, and the cultures of the Southern Dynasty (1127-1279), Ming and Qing dynasties (1368-1644, 1644-1911) and the Minguo era (1912-1949).

West Lake Culture covers a wide range of elements, including landscape, gardening, religion, architecture, celebrities, folk customs, the Silk Road, tea and cuisine, all coming together in delicacy and harmony.

HEFANG STREET, HANGZHOU

Hefang Street is no stranger to Hangzhou people. The street may not be long, but you will find everything you need on this street. With a few daily life-related necessities and a large amount of cultural inheritance-related stuff, the street is of a strong cultural atmosphere.

Compared with other famous streets in Hangzhou, Hefang Street is tailor-made for tourists, because, on the street, the historical Hangzhou can be found, including Hu Qing Yu Tang Traditional Chinese Medicine Pharmacy, Bronze Sculpture Museum, and Hangzhou Paradise Umbrella…

The noted Wu Hang (Top Five Hangzhou Specialties), Kong Feng Chun Powder, Zhang Xiaoquan Scissors, Wangxingji Fans, Dujinsheng Brocade, and Fudachang Cigar, originated here. The street is packed with old Hangzhou shops selling antiques, paintings, and calligraphic works. The old street once at the foot of the imperial palace of the Southern Song Dynasty continues to shine in modern society.

Hefang Street is abundant with old-fashioned snacks and also new and creative internet-famous ones.

WUZHEN

Wuzhen, was in the first batch of ten famous historical and cultural towns in China, one of the top ten charming towns in China and a town with beautiful environment in China, is known as "the last pillow water family in China". In 2023, Wuzhen Wu Village won the award of "2022 Rural Tourism Revitalization Benchmark Project" and the "National List of Preferred Projects for the Integration of Intangible Cultural Heritage and Tourism Development" in 2022.

Wuzhen Scenic Spot became the only scenic spot on the list in Zhejiang Province and was successfully selected as one of the "Intangible Cultural Heritage Scenic Spots". In 2022, Wuzhen Scenic Spot was listed on the second batch of public list of national night culture and tourism consumption gathering areas.

XIZHA FLOATING MARKET

In the past, Wuzhen was located at the junction of two provinces, three prefectures and seven counties, with dense rivers and extending in all directions.

The residents of the towns and villages in the four towns and eight neighboring towns are accustomed to be out early in the morning to drink morning tea on their boats and then rush to the market, bringing their home grown vegetables and livestock to sell as income supplement for the family. Gradually it formed a lively market place which is still thriving till today.

SHANTANG STREET (SEVEN LI STREET)

As one of the most famous water towns in the south of the Yangtze River, the ancient Suzhou city has a layout featuring crisscrossed rivers and canals as well as crisscrossed lands and streets. A poem by the late Tang poet Du Xunhe reads, “When you visit Suzhou on a tour, you’ll see houses hanging over canals. The Old Palace has little space to spare; you see jetties and bridges everywhere.” Among the numerous streets and alleys in Suzhou, the historic street, Shangtang Street, is dubbed the foremost famous street in Suzhou.

Shangtang Street has a history of over 1,100 years and is a must visit when in Suzhou.

HANGZHOU

Hangzhou is the capital city of Zhejiang province. It is the southern terminus of the ancient Grand Canal waterway that originates in Beijing.

Its West Lake which is celebrated by poets and artists, since the 9th century, encompasses little islands, temples, pavilions, gardens and arched bridges.

On its south bank is the 5-story Leifeng Pagoda, a modern reconstruction of a structure built in 975 A.D.

Hangzhou's architecture and gardens are renowned, and it is situated among hills and valleys in which some of the most famous monasteries in China are located. Thus, the city, with its beautiful scenery and sites of historical interest, is among China's most popular tourist destinations.

Hangzhou Winter from December to February are the coldest months with an average temperature of 4°C. This is the time when snow falls which cover the lake and making the area particularly beautiful. The summer months are warmer with an average of 14°C.

Hangzhou's nearest international gateway city is Shanghai. High speed train is considered the best way to travel from Shanghai to Hangzhou, given the short duration of just 1 hour and its high frequency of more than 100 departures each day.

WEST LAKE, HANGZHOU

One of the birthplaces of Chinese civilization and ranking among the seven ancient capitals in China, Hangzhou stands out as the "Famous Town of Southeast China". The excavation of the Kuahu Bridge site located in the city's Xiaoshan district indicates that as early as 8,000 years ago the place already saw thriving human activities.

Hangzhou boasts a long history and great cultural wealth. Its culture features the landmarks of the city, like West Lake, the Grand Canal and the Qiantang River and embraces integration and development in an open and innovative era.

The West Lake Culture absorbed the essence of local culture in different epochs, such as Kuahuqiao Culture, Liangzhu Culture that dates back to 3310 - 2250 BC, Wuyue Culture, and the cultures of the Southern Dynasty (1127-1279), Ming and Qing dynasties (1368-1644, 1644-1911) and the Minguo era (1912-1949).

West Lake Culture covers a wide range of elements, including landscape, gardening, religion, architecture, celebrities, folk customs, the Silk Road, tea and cuisine, all coming together in delicacy and harmony.

HEFANG STREET, HANGZHOU

Hefang Street is no stranger to Hangzhou people. The street may not be long, but you will find everything you need on this street. With a few daily life-related necessities and a large amount of cultural inheritance-related stuff, the street is of a strong cultural atmosphere.

Compared with other famous streets in Hangzhou, Hefang Street is tailor-made for tourists, because, on the street, the historical Hangzhou can be found, including Hu Qing Yu Tang Traditional Chinese Medicine Pharmacy, Bronze Sculpture Museum, and Hangzhou Paradise Umbrella…

The noted Wu Hang (Top Five Hangzhou Specialties), Kong Feng Chun Powder, Zhang Xiaoquan Scissors, Wangxingji Fans, Dujinsheng Brocade, and Fudachang Cigar, originated here. The street is packed with old Hangzhou shops selling antiques, paintings, and calligraphic works. The old street once at the foot of the imperial palace of the Southern Song Dynasty continues to shine in modern society.

Hefang Street is abundant with old-fashioned snacks and also new and creative internet-famous ones.

WUZHEN

Wuzhen, was in the first batch of ten famous historical and cultural towns in China, one of the top ten charming towns in China and a town with beautiful environment in China, is known as "the last pillow water family in China". In 2023, Wuzhen Wu Village won the award of "2022 Rural Tourism Revitalization Benchmark Project" and the "National List of Preferred Projects for the Integration of Intangible Cultural Heritage and Tourism Development" in 2022.

Wuzhen Scenic Spot became the only scenic spot on the list in Zhejiang Province and was successfully selected as one of the "Intangible Cultural Heritage Scenic Spots". In 2022, Wuzhen Scenic Spot was listed on the second batch of public list of national night culture and tourism consumption gathering areas.

XIZHA FLOATING MARKET

In the past, Wuzhen was located at the junction of two provinces, three prefectures and seven counties, with dense rivers and extending in all directions.

The residents of the towns and villages in the four towns and eight neighboring towns are accustomed to be out early in the morning to drink morning tea on their boats and then rush to the market, bringing their home grown vegetables and livestock to sell as income supplement for the family. Gradually it formed a lively market place which is still thriving till today.

SHANTANG STREET (SEVEN LI STREET)

As one of the most famous water towns in the south of the Yangtze River, the ancient Suzhou city has a layout featuring crisscrossed rivers and canals as well as crisscrossed lands and streets. A poem by the late Tang poet Du Xunhe reads, “When you visit Suzhou on a tour, you’ll see houses hanging over canals. The Old Palace has little space to spare; you see jetties and bridges everywhere.” Among the numerous streets and alleys in Suzhou, the historic street, Shangtang Street, is dubbed the foremost famous street in Suzhou.

Shangtang Street has a history of over 1,100 years and is a must visit when in Suzhou.

HANGZHOU

Hangzhou is the capital city of Zhejiang province. It is the southern terminus of the ancient Grand Canal waterway that originates in Beijing.

Its West Lake which is celebrated by poets and artists, since the 9th century, encompasses little islands, temples, pavilions, gardens and arched bridges.

On its south bank is the 5-story Leifeng Pagoda, a modern reconstruction of a structure built in 975 A.D.

Hangzhou's architecture and gardens are renowned, and it is situated among hills and valleys in which some of the most famous monasteries in China are located. Thus, the city, with its beautiful scenery and sites of historical interest, is among China's most popular tourist destinations.

Hangzhou Winter from December to February are the coldest months with an average temperature of 4°C. This is the time when snow falls which cover the lake and making the area particularly beautiful. The summer months are warmer with an average of 14°C.

Hangzhou's nearest international gateway city is Shanghai. High speed train is considered the best way to travel from Shanghai to Hangzhou, given the short duration of just 1 hour and its high frequency of more than 100 departures each day.

WEST LAKE, HANGZHOU

One of the birthplaces of Chinese civilization and ranking among the seven ancient capitals in China, Hangzhou stands out as the "Famous Town of Southeast China". The excavation of the Kuahu Bridge site located in the city's Xiaoshan district indicates that as early as 8,000 years ago the place already saw thriving human activities.

Hangzhou boasts a long history and great cultural wealth. Its culture features the landmarks of the city, like West Lake, the Grand Canal and the Qiantang River and embraces integration and development in an open and innovative era.

The West Lake Culture absorbed the essence of local culture in different epochs, such as Kuahuqiao Culture, Liangzhu Culture that dates back to 3310 - 2250 BC, Wuyue Culture, and the cultures of the Southern Dynasty (1127-1279), Ming and Qing dynasties (1368-1644, 1644-1911) and the Minguo era (1912-1949).

West Lake Culture covers a wide range of elements, including landscape, gardening, religion, architecture, celebrities, folk customs, the Silk Road, tea and cuisine, all coming together in delicacy and harmony.

HEFANG STREET, HANGZHOU

Hefang Street is no stranger to Hangzhou people. The street may not be long, but you will find everything you need on this street. With a few daily life-related necessities and a large amount of cultural inheritance-related stuff, the street is of a strong cultural atmosphere.

Compared with other famous streets in Hangzhou, Hefang Street is tailor-made for tourists, because, on the street, the historical Hangzhou can be found, including Hu Qing Yu Tang Traditional Chinese Medicine Pharmacy, Bronze Sculpture Museum, and Hangzhou Paradise Umbrella…

The noted Wu Hang (Top Five Hangzhou Specialties), Kong Feng Chun Powder, Zhang Xiaoquan Scissors, Wangxingji Fans, Dujinsheng Brocade, and Fudachang Cigar, originated here. The street is packed with old Hangzhou shops selling antiques, paintings, and calligraphic works. The old street once at the foot of the imperial palace of the Southern Song Dynasty continues to shine in modern society.

Hefang Street is abundant with old-fashioned snacks and also new and creative internet-famous ones.

WUZHEN

Wuzhen, was in the first batch of ten famous historical and cultural towns in China, one of the top ten charming towns in China and a town with beautiful environment in China, is known as "the last pillow water family in China". In 2023, Wuzhen Wu Village won the award of "2022 Rural Tourism Revitalization Benchmark Project" and the "National List of Preferred Projects for the Integration of Intangible Cultural Heritage and Tourism Development" in 2022.

Wuzhen Scenic Spot became the only scenic spot on the list in Zhejiang Province and was successfully selected as one of the "Intangible Cultural Heritage Scenic Spots". In 2022, Wuzhen Scenic Spot was listed on the second batch of public list of national night culture and tourism consumption gathering areas.

XIZHA FLOATING MARKET

In the past, Wuzhen was located at the junction of two provinces, three prefectures and seven counties, with dense rivers and extending in all directions.

The residents of the towns and villages in the four towns and eight neighboring towns are accustomed to be out early in the morning to drink morning tea on their boats and then rush to the market, bringing their home grown vegetables and livestock to sell as income supplement for the family. Gradually it formed a lively market place which is still thriving till today.

SHANTANG STREET (SEVEN LI STREET)

As one of the most famous water towns in the south of the Yangtze River, the ancient Suzhou city has a layout featuring crisscrossed rivers and canals as well as crisscrossed lands and streets. A poem by the late Tang poet Du Xunhe reads, “When you visit Suzhou on a tour, you’ll see houses hanging over canals. The Old Palace has little space to spare; you see jetties and bridges everywhere.” Among the numerous streets and alleys in Suzhou, the historic street, Shangtang Street, is dubbed the foremost famous street in Suzhou.

Shangtang Street has a history of over 1,100 years and is a must visit when in Suzhou.

HANGZHOU

Hangzhou is the capital city of Zhejiang province. It is the southern terminus of the ancient Grand Canal waterway that originates in Beijing.

Its West Lake which is celebrated by poets and artists, since the 9th century, encompasses little islands, temples, pavilions, gardens and arched bridges.

On its south bank is the 5-story Leifeng Pagoda, a modern reconstruction of a structure built in 975 A.D.

Hangzhou's architecture and gardens are renowned, and it is situated among hills and valleys in which some of the most famous monasteries in China are located. Thus, the city, with its beautiful scenery and sites of historical interest, is among China's most popular tourist destinations.

Hangzhou Winter from December to February are the coldest months with an average temperature of 4°C. This is the time when snow falls which cover the lake and making the area particularly beautiful. The summer months are warmer with an average of 14°C.

Hangzhou's nearest international gateway city is Shanghai. High speed train is considered the best way to travel from Shanghai to Hangzhou, given the short duration of just 1 hour and its high frequency of more than 100 departures each day.

WEST LAKE, HANGZHOU

One of the birthplaces of Chinese civilization and ranking among the seven ancient capitals in China, Hangzhou stands out as the "Famous Town of Southeast China". The excavation of the Kuahu Bridge site located in the city's Xiaoshan district indicates that as early as 8,000 years ago the place already saw thriving human activities.

Hangzhou boasts a long history and great cultural wealth. Its culture features the landmarks of the city, like West Lake, the Grand Canal and the Qiantang River and embraces integration and development in an open and innovative era.

The West Lake Culture absorbed the essence of local culture in different epochs, such as Kuahuqiao Culture, Liangzhu Culture that dates back to 3310 - 2250 BC, Wuyue Culture, and the cultures of the Southern Dynasty (1127-1279), Ming and Qing dynasties (1368-1644, 1644-1911) and the Minguo era (1912-1949).

West Lake Culture covers a wide range of elements, including landscape, gardening, religion, architecture, celebrities, folk customs, the Silk Road, tea and cuisine, all coming together in delicacy and harmony.

HEFANG STREET, HANGZHOU

Hefang Street is no stranger to Hangzhou people. The street may not be long, but you will find everything you need on this street. With a few daily life-related necessities and a large amount of cultural inheritance-related stuff, the street is of a strong cultural atmosphere.

Compared with other famous streets in Hangzhou, Hefang Street is tailor-made for tourists, because, on the street, the historical Hangzhou can be found, including Hu Qing Yu Tang Traditional Chinese Medicine Pharmacy, Bronze Sculpture Museum, and Hangzhou Paradise Umbrella…

The noted Wu Hang (Top Five Hangzhou Specialties), Kong Feng Chun Powder, Zhang Xiaoquan Scissors, Wangxingji Fans, Dujinsheng Brocade, and Fudachang Cigar, originated here. The street is packed with old Hangzhou shops selling antiques, paintings, and calligraphic works. The old street once at the foot of the imperial palace of the Southern Song Dynasty continues to shine in modern society.

Hefang Street is abundant with old-fashioned snacks and also new and creative internet-famous ones.

WUZHEN

Wuzhen, was in the first batch of ten famous historical and cultural towns in China, one of the top ten charming towns in China and a town with beautiful environment in China, is known as "the last pillow water family in China". In 2023, Wuzhen Wu Village won the award of "2022 Rural Tourism Revitalization Benchmark Project" and the "National List of Preferred Projects for the Integration of Intangible Cultural Heritage and Tourism Development" in 2022.

Wuzhen Scenic Spot became the only scenic spot on the list in Zhejiang Province and was successfully selected as one of the "Intangible Cultural Heritage Scenic Spots". In 2022, Wuzhen Scenic Spot was listed on the second batch of public list of national night culture and tourism consumption gathering areas.

XIZHA FLOATING MARKET

In the past, Wuzhen was located at the junction of two provinces, three prefectures and seven counties, with dense rivers and extending in all directions.

The residents of the towns and villages in the four towns and eight neighboring towns are accustomed to be out early in the morning to drink morning tea on their boats and then rush to the market, bringing their home grown vegetables and livestock to sell as income supplement for the family. Gradually it formed a lively market place which is still thriving till today.

SHANTANG STREET (SEVEN LI STREET)

As one of the most famous water towns in the south of the Yangtze River, the ancient Suzhou city has a layout featuring crisscrossed rivers and canals as well as crisscrossed lands and streets. A poem by the late Tang poet Du Xunhe reads, “When you visit Suzhou on a tour, you’ll see houses hanging over canals. The Old Palace has little space to spare; you see jetties and bridges everywhere.” Among the numerous streets and alleys in Suzhou, the historic street, Shangtang Street, is dubbed the foremost famous street in Suzhou.

Shangtang Street has a history of over 1,100 years and is a must visit when in Suzhou.

6D5N (recommended)

Visit West Lake Scenic Area and Former Residence of Hu Xueyan

Visit Wuzhen - historic scenic town

Visit another ancient town Xi Zhou

Visit Master of Nets Garden & Shantang Street in Suzhou and overnight stay in Suzhou

Overland transfer from Shanghai airport to Hangxhou (overnight stay)

Personal shopping time in Hefang Street in Hangzhou, Shantang Street in Wuzhen and Nanjing Street in Shanghai (Puxi area)

Visit Hanshan Temple & Tiger Hill. Return to Shanghai and one night stay in Shanghai's popular shopping belt Nanjing Road

The middle kingdom

Forbidden City; Beijing

BEIJING

Section of the majestic Great Wall of China

6D5N (recommended)

Visit the Great Wall* at Jinshanling

Visit Forbidden City* and tour of Taihe and Zhonghe Palace

Visit Tiananmen Square, Heping Guoju, Yan Dai Xie Street and Beijing’s famous Shichahai Bar Street

Visit Summer Palace* and Phoenix Int'l Media Centre

Visit Temple Of Heaven and Echo Wall

Half day shopping at Taikoo Li Sanlitun and Xiushui Street

Visit Gubei Water Town (overnight at Gubei Zhi Guang Hotspring Hotel - local spa experience and explore the town

Remaining 4 nights stay in Beijing city hotel

* Designated as UNESCO Heritage site

BEIJING

Beijing, previously romanized as Peking, is the capital city of China. With more than 22 million residents, it is the world's most populous national capital city.

Its history stretches back some 3 millennias. Yet it’s known as much for modern architecture as its ancient sites such as the grand Forbidden City complex, the imperial palace during the Ming and Qing dynasties. Nearby, the massive Tiananmen Square pedestrian plaza is the site of Mao Zedong’s mausoleum and the National Museum of China, displaying a vast collection of cultural relics. Nearby are major attractions such as the Great Wall that makes Beijing a much sought after destination.

The weather in Beijing is of the continental type, with a temperate spring, rainy summer, clear autumn, and a cold, snowy winter. The average temperature throughout the year is 12°C (53°F).

There are two big airports in Beijing: Beijing Capital International Airport (PEK) and Beijing Daxing International Airport (PKX) that was newly opened in Sept. 2019 and is currently the largest single-structure airport in the world. Well connected to nearly all countries worldwide, visitors can easily book a direct flight to Beijing.

Beijing Daxing International Airport (PKX)

Beijing Daxing International Airport (PKX) is the biggest airport in the world and is Beijing's second international airport, the first being Beijing Capital International Airport (PEK). The airport’s design is pioneering while its location on Daxing District (the southern suburbs of Beijing) is ideal in order to serve the Chinese capital and the neighboring areas of Hebei and Tianjin.

Airlines that fly direct into this airport include China Southern Airlines, KLM, Etihad Airways, Qatar Airways, British Airways,
China Eastern Airlines, Saudi Airways, Thai Airlines, Singapore Airlines.
Lot Polish Airlines.

GUBEI WATER TOWN

Situated in Gubeikou Town of Miyun County in Beijing, Gubei Water Town surrounds the beautiful Mandarin Duck Lake Reservoir and leans against the Simatai Great Wall, the most dangerous and majestic section of the entire Great Wall. Regarded as 'Wuzhen in Beijing', Gubei Water Town boasts a combination of mountains, water and ancient villages.

The water town is built on the former 5 sub natural villages of Simatai Village at the foot of Simatai Great Wall. The Simatai village was developed from Simatai Castle built during the reign of Emperor Wanli ( 1573 -1620 ) in Ming Dynasty ( 1368 – 1644 ).

It is not a historical water town, it is a replica of Wuzhen Water Town in the Southern China, has developed into a large-scale sightseeing and holiday destination. Covering an area of 3.5 square miles (9 square kilometers), the holiday resort includes two scenic districts, the Gubei Water Town and the Simatai Great Wall.

GUBEI WATER TOWN

The town possesses an old-fashioned simplicity and elegance. Row upon row of houses, old quartzite streets and long Hutongs show the style and features of the old town. River channels are scattered between streets; houses near the river are bathed in sunlight. When night falls, Gubei Water Town presents a tranquil and cozy atmosphere. Most spots of the attraction are open to the public, such as the Blocks of the Republic of China, the Old Camp Site, the Water Streets Region, the Wolongbao Folk Culture Region, the Old Village at Tang River Region, and the Local Accommodation Region.

Another comfortable way of sightseeing is by boat. It is more for leisure and enjoyment than transportation. The Yangui Wharf is short walk from the Water Town entrance and heads to Riyue Island Wharf (half way) or Yuanyang Lake Wharf(whole way). From the Yuanyang Lake Wharf, you will reach the Simatai Great Wall entrance off the boat.

There are plenty of places to stop and rest if you walk, and lots of places to explore.

THE GREAT WALL OF CHINA

The Great Wall of China is a series of fortifications made of stone, brick, tamped earth, wood, and other materials, generally built along an east-to-west line across the historical northern borders of China in part to protect the Chinese Empire or its prototypical states against intrusions by various nomadic groups or military incursions by various warlike peoples or forces. Several walls were being built as early as the 7th century BC; these, later joined together and made bigger and stronger, are now collectively referred to as the Great Wall. Especially famous is the wall built between 220–206 BC by the first Emperor of China, Qin Shi Huang. Little of that wall remains. Since then, the Great Wall has on and off been rebuilt, maintained, and enhanced; the majority of the existing wall was reconstructed during the Ming Dynasty.

Other purposes of the Great Wall have included border controls, allowing the imposition of duties on goods transported along the Silk Road, regulation or encouragement of trade and the control of immigration and emigration. Furthermore, the defensive characteristics of the Great Wall were enhanced by the construction of watch towers, troop barracks, garrison stations, signaling capabilities through the means of smoke or fire, and the fact that the path of the Great Wall also served as a transportation corridor.

THE GREAT WALL OF CHINA

The Great Wall stretches from Shanhaiguan in the east, to Lop Lake in the west, along an arc that roughly delineates the southern edge of Inner Mongolia. A comprehensive archaeological survey, using advanced technologies, has concluded that the Ming walls measure 8,850 km (5,500 mi). This is made up of 6,259 km (3,889 mi) sections of actual wall, 359 km (223 mi) of trenches and 2,232 km (1,387 mi) of natural defensive barriers such as hills and rivers. Another archaeological survey found that the entire wall with all of its branches measure out to be 21,196 km (13,171 mi).

One can only experience the magnitude of The Great Wall when physically on site.

FORBIDDEN CITY

The Forbidden City served as the home of Chinese emperors and their households and was the ceremonial and political center of the Chinese government for over 500 years.

The Forbidden City is also known as the Palace Museum. It is the largest and most well preserved imperial residence in China today. Located in the center of Beijing, The Forbidden City was built between 1406 and 1420 under Ming Emperor Yongle, and served as the imperial palace for the Ming and Qing dynasties. Ming Emperor Zhudi was the first emperor to live there. It is 3,150 feet long from north to south and 2,460 feet wide from east to west. It has 9,900 rooms and halls containing many precious relics. A 170-foot wide moat encircles the Forbidden City along with 32-foot high walls. There are four entrances, the Meridian Gate to the south, the Shenwu Gate (Gate of Military Prowess) to the north, the Xihua Gate (Western Flowery Gate) to the west, and the Donghua Gate (Eastern Flowery Gate) to the east.

The word “forbidden” is quite literal, as the imperial palace was heavily guarded and off-limits to ordinary people. As the residence for emperors and their families, most of the walls of the imperial palace were painted red and roofs were covered with yellow glazed tiles. The red and yellow combination forms a strong color contrast, representing the absolute authority, supremacy, and richness of feudal emperors. In 1987, UNESCO also listed the Forbidden City in the World Heritage List. It is the largest palace in the world.

Again, like all the other attractions, don't have the facade mislead you. The size of The Forbidden City cannot be imagined until you are on sight.

TAIHE PALACE

The Taihe Palace is the most superior palace in the Forbidden City, commonly known as the “Golden Emperor’s Hall” in the imperial palace among ordinary people. It was first built in the reign of Emperor Yongle in the Ming Dynasty. Since then, the palace suffered damages inflicted by multiple disasters and was rebuilt many times. It was renamed the Huangji Palace in the Jiajing years of the Ming Dynasty. After the Qing regime established Beijing as its capital, it acquired its present name the Taihe Palace with the implied meaning of a harmonious country. Today’s Taihe Palace is what has remained of the Taihe Palace were constructed during the Kangxi years of the Qing Dynasty.

The Taihe Palace used to be the place where grand events like enthronization, wedding, expedition and holiday celebrations were held during the Ming and Qing dynasties. It stands upright in the center of the Forbidden City. The axle wire of the capital city- the meridian line ascends along the stone path with dragon patterns to the platform and passes under the throne of the emperor. Whenever the emperor is seated in his throne on grand ceremonies to accept the worship of nobles and officials, the dignity and majesty of the emperor is manifested.

SUMMER PALACE

The Summer Palace is a vast ensemble of lakes, gardens and palaces in Beijing. Mainly dominated by Longevity Hill and Kunming Lake, it covers an expanse of 2.9 square kilometers, three-quarters of which is water. In December 1998, UNESCO included the Summer Palace on its World Heritage List. It declared the Summer Palace "a masterpiece of Chinese landscape garden design. The natural landscape of hills and open water is combined with artificial features such as pavilions, halls, palaces, temples and bridges to form a harmonious ensemble of outstanding aesthetic value".

Located in the northwest outskirts of Beijing, 15 km from the city, the Summer Palace is originally named "Qingyiyuan" (Gardens of Clear Ripples). Based on the scenery of West Lake as the chief source, the garden absorbs the design method as well as the artistic conception of traditional southern Chinese garden. It gets the reputation of the “museum of the royal garden”. The Summer Palace, originally named Qingyi Yuan or the Garden of Clear Ripples, is the largest existing and the best-preserved royal garden in China. In the Qing Dynasty, it was one of the “Three Hills and Five Gardens” in the western suburbs of Beijing.

As the largest royal garden of the Qing Dynasty, it features wonderful scenery in four seasons. The palace gets more mild and colorful in autumn, the hue of which turns into warm colors like yellow, orange and red. Palaces sheltered in the warm color plants are especially charming. Also, some fallen leaves are floating over the water.

TEMPLE OF HEAVEN

The siting of the Temple of Heaven reflects the ancient Chinese cultural tradition of setting "sacrificial facilities in the southern suburb." Its location, planning pattern, and symmetrical east-west layout with the Altar of the God of Agriculture highlight the respect for and emphasis on rituals and order in Chinese capital city planning. They also give prominence to the dominant role of Beijing Central Axis in urban planning. The Temple of Heaven is China's largest and best-preserved Ming and Qing era building complex for heaven-worshiping ceremonies. Its architectural and landscape design exhibits the ancient Chinese worldview, making it a masterpiece of imperial architecture for ceremonial worship in ancient China and a carrier of national heaven-worshiping rituals and cultural traditions of the Ming and Qing dynasties.

The Temple of Heaven sits in the south of the outer city of the old city of Beijing, east of Beijing Central Axis. It symmetrically faces the Altar of the God of Agriculture lying on the west side of the Axis. The Temple of Heaven comprises the inner and outer sections. The inner section is located to the east of the center of the outer section. The inner and outer altar walls are round in the north and square in the south," representing the ancient belief that "heaven is round and earth is square.

TIANANMEN SQUARE

The square contains the Monument to the People's Heroes, the Great Hall of the People, the National Museum of China, and the Mausoleum of Mao Zedong. Mao Zedong.

Besides its breathtaking size and space and beautiful floral displays, the square has major attractions such as the Tiananmen Tower, the Mao Zedong Memorial Hall, the Great Hall of the People and the National Museum of China.

The raising of China's national flag takes place here daily at first and last light of the day.

HEPING GUOJU

Occupying an area of 2,400 square meters, Heping Guoju recreates the life scene of Beijing half a century ago, providing visitors with an immersive experience space to recall old Beijing.

Frrom the green train of "Beijing Station", the place to repair shoes in the Xicheng District, the state-run grain and oil store that "supplies by ticket", the video hall with white lights and red letters and so on, vivid old Beijing is displayed for your viewing.

YANDAI XIEJIE

Yandai Xiejie, one of Beijing's oldest hutongs, is located next to the Houhai Lake. The street is a chance to experience Chinese hutongs as well as a shopping street, and while you are there you should take the opportunity to visit the Houhai Lake.

Yandai (smoking pipe) Xiejie (byway) is one of the oldest hutongs in Beijing. Yandai is the name of a Chinese pipe that was traditionally sold on this street.

YANDAI XIEJIE

There are also many restaurants on the street. Here you can go to traditional Chinese restaurants--roasted lamb of Master Ji, stewed pork liver (a traditional Beijing snack) of Master Yao, the Meiyuan Dairy, baked wheaten cake with donkey meat of Mr. Wang and wonton of Master Hou.

Tasting the delicacies of traditional Beijing style, shopping in the widely varying stores, one would experience the uniqueness of Beijing in Yedaixiejie.

BEIJING

Beijing, previously romanized as Peking, is the capital city of China. With more than 22 million residents, it is the world's most populous national capital city.

Its history stretches back some 3 millennias. Yet it’s known as much for modern architecture as its ancient sites such as the grand Forbidden City complex, the imperial palace during the Ming and Qing dynasties. Nearby, the massive Tiananmen Square pedestrian plaza is the site of Mao Zedong’s mausoleum and the National Museum of China, displaying a vast collection of cultural relics. Nearby are major attractions such as the Great Wall that makes Beijing a much sought after destination.

The weather in Beijing is of the continental type, with a temperate spring, rainy summer, clear autumn, and a cold, snowy winter. The average temperature throughout the year is 12°C (53°F).

There are two big airports in Beijing: Beijing Capital International Airport (PEK) and Beijing Daxing International Airport (PKX) that was newly opened in Sept. 2019 and is currently the largest single-structure airport in the world. Well connected to nearly all countries worldwide, visitors can easily book a direct flight to Beijing.

Beijing Daxing International Airport (PKX)

Beijing Daxing International Airport (PKX) is the biggest airport in the world and is Beijing's second international airport, the first being Beijing Capital International Airport (PEK). The airport’s design is pioneering while its location on Daxing District (the southern suburbs of Beijing) is ideal in order to serve the Chinese capital and the neighboring areas of Hebei and Tianjin.

Airlines that fly direct into this airport include China Southern Airlines, KLM, Etihad Airways, Qatar Airways, British Airways,
China Eastern Airlines, Saudi Airways, Thai Airlines, Singapore Airlines.
Lot Polish Airlines.

GUBEI WATER TOWN

Situated in Gubeikou Town of Miyun County in Beijing, Gubei Water Town surrounds the beautiful Mandarin Duck Lake Reservoir and leans against the Simatai Great Wall, the most dangerous and majestic section of the entire Great Wall. Regarded as 'Wuzhen in Beijing', Gubei Water Town boasts a combination of mountains, water and ancient villages.

The water town is built on the former 5 sub natural villages of Simatai Village at the foot of Simatai Great Wall. The Simatai village was developed from Simatai Castle built during the reign of Emperor Wanli ( 1573 -1620 ) in Ming Dynasty ( 1368 – 1644 ).

It is not a historical water town, it is a replica of Wuzhen Water Town in the Southern China, has developed into a large-scale sightseeing and holiday destination. Covering an area of 3.5 square miles (9 square kilometers), the holiday resort includes two scenic districts, the Gubei Water Town and the Simatai Great Wall.

GUBEI WATER TOWN

The town possesses an old-fashioned simplicity and elegance. Row upon row of houses, old quartzite streets and long Hutongs show the style and features of the old town. River channels are scattered between streets; houses near the river are bathed in sunlight. When night falls, Gubei Water Town presents a tranquil and cozy atmosphere. Most spots of the attraction are open to the public, such as the Blocks of the Republic of China, the Old Camp Site, the Water Streets Region, the Wolongbao Folk Culture Region, the Old Village at Tang River Region, and the Local Accommodation Region.

Another comfortable way of sightseeing is by boat. It is more for leisure and enjoyment than transportation. The Yangui Wharf is short walk from the Water Town entrance and heads to Riyue Island Wharf (half way) or Yuanyang Lake Wharf(whole way). From the Yuanyang Lake Wharf, you will reach the Simatai Great Wall entrance off the boat.

There are plenty of places to stop and rest if you walk, and lots of places to explore.

THE GREAT WALL OF CHINA

The Great Wall of China is a series of fortifications made of stone, brick, tamped earth, wood, and other materials, generally built along an east-to-west line across the historical northern borders of China in part to protect the Chinese Empire or its prototypical states against intrusions by various nomadic groups or military incursions by various warlike peoples or forces. Several walls were being built as early as the 7th century BC; these, later joined together and made bigger and stronger, are now collectively referred to as the Great Wall. Especially famous is the wall built between 220–206 BC by the first Emperor of China, Qin Shi Huang. Little of that wall remains. Since then, the Great Wall has on and off been rebuilt, maintained, and enhanced; the majority of the existing wall was reconstructed during the Ming Dynasty.

Other purposes of the Great Wall have included border controls, allowing the imposition of duties on goods transported along the Silk Road, regulation or encouragement of trade and the control of immigration and emigration. Furthermore, the defensive characteristics of the Great Wall were enhanced by the construction of watch towers, troop barracks, garrison stations, signaling capabilities through the means of smoke or fire, and the fact that the path of the Great Wall also served as a transportation corridor.

THE GREAT WALL OF CHINA

The Great Wall stretches from Shanhaiguan in the east, to Lop Lake in the west, along an arc that roughly delineates the southern edge of Inner Mongolia. A comprehensive archaeological survey, using advanced technologies, has concluded that the Ming walls measure 8,850 km (5,500 mi). This is made up of 6,259 km (3,889 mi) sections of actual wall, 359 km (223 mi) of trenches and 2,232 km (1,387 mi) of natural defensive barriers such as hills and rivers. Another archaeological survey found that the entire wall with all of its branches measure out to be 21,196 km (13,171 mi).

One can only experience the magnitude of The Great Wall when physically on site.

FORBIDDEN CITY

The Forbidden City served as the home of Chinese emperors and their households and was the ceremonial and political center of the Chinese government for over 500 years.

The Forbidden City is also known as the Palace Museum. It is the largest and most well preserved imperial residence in China today. Located in the center of Beijing, The Forbidden City was built between 1406 and 1420 under Ming Emperor Yongle, and served as the imperial palace for the Ming and Qing dynasties. Ming Emperor Zhudi was the first emperor to live there. It is 3,150 feet long from north to south and 2,460 feet wide from east to west. It has 9,900 rooms and halls containing many precious relics. A 170-foot wide moat encircles the Forbidden City along with 32-foot high walls. There are four entrances, the Meridian Gate to the south, the Shenwu Gate (Gate of Military Prowess) to the north, the Xihua Gate (Western Flowery Gate) to the west, and the Donghua Gate (Eastern Flowery Gate) to the east.

The word “forbidden” is quite literal, as the imperial palace was heavily guarded and off-limits to ordinary people. As the residence for emperors and their families, most of the walls of the imperial palace were painted red and roofs were covered with yellow glazed tiles. The red and yellow combination forms a strong color contrast, representing the absolute authority, supremacy, and richness of feudal emperors. In 1987, UNESCO also listed the Forbidden City in the World Heritage List. It is the largest palace in the world.

Again, like all the other attractions, don't have the facade mislead you. The size of The Forbidden City cannot be imagined until you are on sight.

TAIHE PALACE

The Taihe Palace is the most superior palace in the Forbidden City, commonly known as the “Golden Emperor’s Hall” in the imperial palace among ordinary people. It was first built in the reign of Emperor Yongle in the Ming Dynasty. Since then, the palace suffered damages inflicted by multiple disasters and was rebuilt many times. It was renamed the Huangji Palace in the Jiajing years of the Ming Dynasty. After the Qing regime established Beijing as its capital, it acquired its present name the Taihe Palace with the implied meaning of a harmonious country. Today’s Taihe Palace is what has remained of the Taihe Palace were constructed during the Kangxi years of the Qing Dynasty.

The Taihe Palace used to be the place where grand events like enthronization, wedding, expedition and holiday celebrations were held during the Ming and Qing dynasties. It stands upright in the center of the Forbidden City. The axle wire of the capital city- the meridian line ascends along the stone path with dragon patterns to the platform and passes under the throne of the emperor. Whenever the emperor is seated in his throne on grand ceremonies to accept the worship of nobles and officials, the dignity and majesty of the emperor is manifested.

SUMMER PALACE

The Summer Palace is a vast ensemble of lakes, gardens and palaces in Beijing. Mainly dominated by Longevity Hill and Kunming Lake, it covers an expanse of 2.9 square kilometers, three-quarters of which is water. In December 1998, UNESCO included the Summer Palace on its World Heritage List. It declared the Summer Palace "a masterpiece of Chinese landscape garden design. The natural landscape of hills and open water is combined with artificial features such as pavilions, halls, palaces, temples and bridges to form a harmonious ensemble of outstanding aesthetic value".

Located in the northwest outskirts of Beijing, 15 km from the city, the Summer Palace is originally named "Qingyiyuan" (Gardens of Clear Ripples). Based on the scenery of West Lake as the chief source, the garden absorbs the design method as well as the artistic conception of traditional southern Chinese garden. It gets the reputation of the “museum of the royal garden”. The Summer Palace, originally named Qingyi Yuan or the Garden of Clear Ripples, is the largest existing and the best-preserved royal garden in China. In the Qing Dynasty, it was one of the “Three Hills and Five Gardens” in the western suburbs of Beijing.

As the largest royal garden of the Qing Dynasty, it features wonderful scenery in four seasons. The palace gets more mild and colorful in autumn, the hue of which turns into warm colors like yellow, orange and red. Palaces sheltered in the warm color plants are especially charming. Also, some fallen leaves are floating over the water.

TEMPLE OF HEAVEN

The siting of the Temple of Heaven reflects the ancient Chinese cultural tradition of setting "sacrificial facilities in the southern suburb." Its location, planning pattern, and symmetrical east-west layout with the Altar of the God of Agriculture highlight the respect for and emphasis on rituals and order in Chinese capital city planning. They also give prominence to the dominant role of Beijing Central Axis in urban planning. The Temple of Heaven is China's largest and best-preserved Ming and Qing era building complex for heaven-worshiping ceremonies. Its architectural and landscape design exhibits the ancient Chinese worldview, making it a masterpiece of imperial architecture for ceremonial worship in ancient China and a carrier of national heaven-worshiping rituals and cultural traditions of the Ming and Qing dynasties.

The Temple of Heaven sits in the south of the outer city of the old city of Beijing, east of Beijing Central Axis. It symmetrically faces the Altar of the God of Agriculture lying on the west side of the Axis. The Temple of Heaven comprises the inner and outer sections. The inner section is located to the east of the center of the outer section. The inner and outer altar walls are round in the north and square in the south," representing the ancient belief that "heaven is round and earth is square.

TIANANMEN SQUARE

The square contains the Monument to the People's Heroes, the Great Hall of the People, the National Museum of China, and the Mausoleum of Mao Zedong. Mao Zedong.

Besides its breathtaking size and space and beautiful floral displays, the square has major attractions such as the Tiananmen Tower, the Mao Zedong Memorial Hall, the Great Hall of the People and the National Museum of China.

The raising of China's national flag takes place here daily at first and last light of the day.

HEPING GUOJU

Occupying an area of 2,400 square meters, Heping Guoju recreates the life scene of Beijing half a century ago, providing visitors with an immersive experience space to recall old Beijing.

Frrom the green train of "Beijing Station", the place to repair shoes in the Xicheng District, the state-run grain and oil store that "supplies by ticket", the video hall with white lights and red letters and so on, vivid old Beijing is displayed for your viewing.

YANDAI XIEJIE

Yandai Xiejie, one of Beijing's oldest hutongs, is located next to the Houhai Lake. The street is a chance to experience Chinese hutongs as well as a shopping street, and while you are there you should take the opportunity to visit the Houhai Lake.

Yandai (smoking pipe) Xiejie (byway) is one of the oldest hutongs in Beijing. Yandai is the name of a Chinese pipe that was traditionally sold on this street.

YANDAI XIEJIE

There are also many restaurants on the street. Here you can go to traditional Chinese restaurants--roasted lamb of Master Ji, stewed pork liver (a traditional Beijing snack) of Master Yao, the Meiyuan Dairy, baked wheaten cake with donkey meat of Mr. Wang and wonton of Master Hou.

Tasting the delicacies of traditional Beijing style, shopping in the widely varying stores, one would experience the uniqueness of Beijing in Yedaixiejie.

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CHENGDU CITY

Chengdu is the capital of southwestern China's Sichuan province. Chengdu's history dates back to at least the 4th century B.C., when it served as capital for the Shu Kingdom. Artifacts from that dynasty are the focus of the Jinsha Site Museum.

The city is also home to the world famous Chengdu Research Base of Giant Panda Breeding, a conservation center where visitors can view endangered giant pandas in a natural habitat.

Chengdu is described as a very happy place as it has been voted as China's happiest city for many years. Maybe it has something to do with its Pandas or something to do with food as it is a UNESCO City of Gastronomy and UNESCO City of religious heritage sites,

Chengdu has four distinct seasons, with moderate rainfall concentrated mainly in the warmer summer months offering relieve from sweltering summers. It also has very cold winters often dropping below zero degrees.

THE PANDA CITY

The world also knows Chengu to be the birthday place of the giant pandas.

Also known as the panda bear or simply panda, is a bear species endemic to China. It is characterised by its white coat with black patches around the eyes, ears, legs and shoulders. Its body is rotund; adult individuals weigh 100 to 115 kg and are typically 1.2 to 1.9 m long.

Pandas are also one of the only animals to have a pseudo-thumb, a flexible wrist bone that allows them to manipulate objects in a human like manner. They can stand on their hind legs, they like to frolic in the snow

CHENGDU RESEARCH BASE OF GIANT PANDA BREEDING

A must-visit attraction in Chengdu, the Chengdu Research Base of Giant Panda Breeding is a government-funded non-profit breeding and research institute for giant pandas, red pandas, and other rare animals, located in Chengdu, Sichuan, China. Chengdu Panda Base was founded in 1987 by the Chengdu Municipal People's Government.

Watch the Feeding session and observe the enrichment programs. a series of measures taken for the pandas to meet physiological and psychological needs of captive animals that improves their lives and allows them to exhibit their natural behaviors.

HUANGLONGXI ANCIENT TOWN

Ever wondered it was like during the Qing Dynasty? As the name suggest, Huanglongxi is an ancient town with a history of more than 1,700 years.

The town’s layout has preserved the fishbone-patterned street network dates back to the Qing Dynasty. Streets are clad in cobblestones with a width of about three meters, framed by folk terraced houses with a shopfront from the Qing Dynasty—a testament to the town’s enduring old culture and history. Some of the streets date back as early as the Ming Dynasty, Gulong Temple is the oldest temple in Huanglongxi Ancient town. It stays in the south of Zheng Street and faces north and features ancient temple, ancient drama stage and ancient banyans. Two banyans grown in the temple are said to be sacred trees and one touch keeps you away from sickness and disaster. Another two temples are Zhenjiang Temple and Chaoyin Temple located in middle and north of Zheng Street.

Watch other ancient lifestyles from noodles making to art & craft reenacted for visitors.

BAOGUO TEMPLE

Located on the famed
Mount Emei, in Emeishan City, Baoguo Temple is the site of the Buddhist Association of Mount Emei. The temple enshrines Buddhist Bodhisattvas as well as sages of Confucianism and deities of Taoism, which makes it a unique temple of three spiritual traditions.

The temple was constructed on the right side of Crouching Tiger Temple in Ming Dynasty and was originally named the Hui Zong Hall, with an intension of gathering Confucianism, Buddhism and Taoist. In early Qing Dynasty, the Hui Zong Hall was moved to the actual residence and rebuilt. In 1703, the name was changed to "Bao Guo" which literally translates as "serve the nation".

You will get to visit the different prayer halls intertwined with history and culture.

LESHAN GIANT BUDDHA (pix by Int'l Institute Asian Studies)

Today, your guide will bring you to another must-see places in Chengu, the Leshan Giant Buddha, a UNESCO World Heritage site.

Standing at a majestic 71-metre, this tall stone statue, built between 713 and 803, is carved out of a cliff face of Cretaceous red bed sandstones that lies at the confluence of the Min River and Dadu River in the southern part of Sichuan Province.

DUJIANGYAN IRRIGATION SYSTEM (pix by UNESCO)

Construction of the Dujiangyan irrigation system began in the 3rd century B.C. This system still controls the waters of the Minjiang River and distributes it to the fertile farmland of the Chengdu plains. Mount Qingcheng was the birthplace of Taoism, which is celebrated in a series of ancient temples.

Dujiangyan irrigation system was constructed around 256 BC. Modified and enlarged during the Tang, Song, Yuan and Ming dynasties, it uses natural topographic and hydrological features to solve problems of diverting water for irrigation, draining sediment, flood control, and flow control without the construction of dams. It has become one of China's most popular irrigation systems ever since.

MOUNT QINGCHENG (pix by UNESCO)

Mount Qingcheng and the Dujiangyan Irrigation System were inscribed on the World Heritage List in 2000. It has also been declared a State Priority Protected Site, among the first batch of National Scenic Areas and Historical Sites, and a National ISO14000 Demonstration Area. Mount Qingcheng and the Dujiangyan Irrigation System are protected by several national laws including the Law of the People's Republic of China on the Protection of Cultural Relics.

MOUNT QINGCHENG (pix by UNESCO)

Mount Qingcheng, dominating the Chengdu plains to the south of the Dujiangyan Irrigation System, is a mountain famous in Chinese history as the place where in 142 CE the philosopher Zhang Ling founded the doctrine of Chinese Taoism. Most of the essential elements of Taoism culture are embodied in the teachings of Taoism that emanated from the temples that were subsequently built on the mountain during the Jin and Tang dynasties. The mountain resumed its role as the intellectual and spiritual centre of Taoism in the 17th century.

The eleven important Taoist temples on the mountain reflect the traditional architecture of western Sichuan and include the Erwang Temple, the Fulong Temple, the Changdao Temple built over the place where Zhang Ling preached his doctrines, and the Jianfu Palace (formerly the Zhangren Temple).

CHENGDU CITY

Chengdu is the capital of southwestern China's Sichuan province. Chengdu's history dates back to at least the 4th century B.C., when it served as capital for the Shu Kingdom. Artifacts from that dynasty are the focus of the Jinsha Site Museum.

The city is also home to the world famous Chengdu Research Base of Giant Panda Breeding, a conservation center where visitors can view endangered giant pandas in a natural habitat.

Chengdu is described as a very happy place as it has been voted as China's happiest city for many years. Maybe it has something to do with its Pandas or something to do with food as it is a UNESCO City of Gastronomy and UNESCO City of religious heritage sites,

Chengdu has four distinct seasons, with moderate rainfall concentrated mainly in the warmer summer months offering relieve from sweltering summers. It also has very cold winters often dropping below zero degrees.

THE PANDA CITY

The world also knows Chengu to be the birthday place of the giant pandas.

Also known as the panda bear or simply panda, is a bear species endemic to China. It is characterised by its white coat with black patches around the eyes, ears, legs and shoulders. Its body is rotund; adult individuals weigh 100 to 115 kg and are typically 1.2 to 1.9 m long.

Pandas are also one of the only animals to have a pseudo-thumb, a flexible wrist bone that allows them to manipulate objects in a human like manner. They can stand on their hind legs, they like to frolic in the snow

CHENGDU RESEARCH BASE OF GIANT PANDA BREEDING

A must-visit attraction in Chengdu, the Chengdu Research Base of Giant Panda Breeding is a government-funded non-profit breeding and research institute for giant pandas, red pandas, and other rare animals, located in Chengdu, Sichuan, China. Chengdu Panda Base was founded in 1987 by the Chengdu Municipal People's Government.

Watch the Feeding session and observe the enrichment programs. a series of measures taken for the pandas to meet physiological and psychological needs of captive animals that improves their lives and allows them to exhibit their natural behaviors.

HUANGLONGXI ANCIENT TOWN

Ever wondered it was like during the Qing Dynasty? As the name suggest, Huanglongxi is an ancient town with a history of more than 1,700 years.

The town’s layout has preserved the fishbone-patterned street network dates back to the Qing Dynasty. Streets are clad in cobblestones with a width of about three meters, framed by folk terraced houses with a shopfront from the Qing Dynasty—a testament to the town’s enduring old culture and history. Some of the streets date back as early as the Ming Dynasty, Gulong Temple is the oldest temple in Huanglongxi Ancient town. It stays in the south of Zheng Street and faces north and features ancient temple, ancient drama stage and ancient banyans. Two banyans grown in the temple are said to be sacred trees and one touch keeps you away from sickness and disaster. Another two temples are Zhenjiang Temple and Chaoyin Temple located in middle and north of Zheng Street.

Watch other ancient lifestyles from noodles making to art & craft reenacted for visitors.

BAOGUO TEMPLE

Located on the famed
Mount Emei, in Emeishan City, Baoguo Temple is the site of the Buddhist Association of Mount Emei. The temple enshrines Buddhist Bodhisattvas as well as sages of Confucianism and deities of Taoism, which makes it a unique temple of three spiritual traditions.

The temple was constructed on the right side of Crouching Tiger Temple in Ming Dynasty and was originally named the Hui Zong Hall, with an intension of gathering Confucianism, Buddhism and Taoist. In early Qing Dynasty, the Hui Zong Hall was moved to the actual residence and rebuilt. In 1703, the name was changed to "Bao Guo" which literally translates as "serve the nation".

You will get to visit the different prayer halls intertwined with history and culture.

LESHAN GIANT BUDDHA (pix by Int'l Institute Asian Studies)

Today, your guide will bring you to another must-see places in Chengu, the Leshan Giant Buddha, a UNESCO World Heritage site.

Standing at a majestic 71-metre, this tall stone statue, built between 713 and 803, is carved out of a cliff face of Cretaceous red bed sandstones that lies at the confluence of the Min River and Dadu River in the southern part of Sichuan Province.

DUJIANGYAN IRRIGATION SYSTEM (pix by UNESCO)

Construction of the Dujiangyan irrigation system began in the 3rd century B.C. This system still controls the waters of the Minjiang River and distributes it to the fertile farmland of the Chengdu plains. Mount Qingcheng was the birthplace of Taoism, which is celebrated in a series of ancient temples.

Dujiangyan irrigation system was constructed around 256 BC. Modified and enlarged during the Tang, Song, Yuan and Ming dynasties, it uses natural topographic and hydrological features to solve problems of diverting water for irrigation, draining sediment, flood control, and flow control without the construction of dams. It has become one of China's most popular irrigation systems ever since.

MOUNT QINGCHENG (pix by UNESCO)

Mount Qingcheng and the Dujiangyan Irrigation System were inscribed on the World Heritage List in 2000. It has also been declared a State Priority Protected Site, among the first batch of National Scenic Areas and Historical Sites, and a National ISO14000 Demonstration Area. Mount Qingcheng and the Dujiangyan Irrigation System are protected by several national laws including the Law of the People's Republic of China on the Protection of Cultural Relics.

MOUNT QINGCHENG (pix by UNESCO)

Mount Qingcheng, dominating the Chengdu plains to the south of the Dujiangyan Irrigation System, is a mountain famous in Chinese history as the place where in 142 CE the philosopher Zhang Ling founded the doctrine of Chinese Taoism. Most of the essential elements of Taoism culture are embodied in the teachings of Taoism that emanated from the temples that were subsequently built on the mountain during the Jin and Tang dynasties. The mountain resumed its role as the intellectual and spiritual centre of Taoism in the 17th century.

The eleven important Taoist temples on the mountain reflect the traditional architecture of western Sichuan and include the Erwang Temple, the Fulong Temple, the Changdao Temple built over the place where Zhang Ling preached his doctrines, and the Jianfu Palace (formerly the Zhangren Temple).

CHENGDU CITY

Chengdu is the capital of southwestern China's Sichuan province. Chengdu's history dates back to at least the 4th century B.C., when it served as capital for the Shu Kingdom. Artifacts from that dynasty are the focus of the Jinsha Site Museum.

The city is also home to the world famous Chengdu Research Base of Giant Panda Breeding, a conservation center where visitors can view endangered giant pandas in a natural habitat.

Chengdu is described as a very happy place as it has been voted as China's happiest city for many years. Maybe it has something to do with its Pandas or something to do with food as it is a UNESCO City of Gastronomy and UNESCO City of religious heritage sites,

Chengdu has four distinct seasons, with moderate rainfall concentrated mainly in the warmer summer months offering relieve from sweltering summers. It also has very cold winters often dropping below zero degrees.

THE PANDA CITY

The world also knows Chengu to be the birthday place of the giant pandas.

Also known as the panda bear or simply panda, is a bear species endemic to China. It is characterised by its white coat with black patches around the eyes, ears, legs and shoulders. Its body is rotund; adult individuals weigh 100 to 115 kg and are typically 1.2 to 1.9 m long.

Pandas are also one of the only animals to have a pseudo-thumb, a flexible wrist bone that allows them to manipulate objects in a human like manner. They can stand on their hind legs, they like to frolic in the snow

CHENGDU RESEARCH BASE OF GIANT PANDA BREEDING

A must-visit attraction in Chengdu, the Chengdu Research Base of Giant Panda Breeding is a government-funded non-profit breeding and research institute for giant pandas, red pandas, and other rare animals, located in Chengdu, Sichuan, China. Chengdu Panda Base was founded in 1987 by the Chengdu Municipal People's Government.

Watch the Feeding session and observe the enrichment programs. a series of measures taken for the pandas to meet physiological and psychological needs of captive animals that improves their lives and allows them to exhibit their natural behaviors.

HUANGLONGXI ANCIENT TOWN

Ever wondered it was like during the Qing Dynasty? As the name suggest, Huanglongxi is an ancient town with a history of more than 1,700 years.

The town’s layout has preserved the fishbone-patterned street network dates back to the Qing Dynasty. Streets are clad in cobblestones with a width of about three meters, framed by folk terraced houses with a shopfront from the Qing Dynasty—a testament to the town’s enduring old culture and history. Some of the streets date back as early as the Ming Dynasty, Gulong Temple is the oldest temple in Huanglongxi Ancient town. It stays in the south of Zheng Street and faces north and features ancient temple, ancient drama stage and ancient banyans. Two banyans grown in the temple are said to be sacred trees and one touch keeps you away from sickness and disaster. Another two temples are Zhenjiang Temple and Chaoyin Temple located in middle and north of Zheng Street.

Watch other ancient lifestyles from noodles making to art & craft reenacted for visitors.

BAOGUO TEMPLE

Located on the famed
Mount Emei, in Emeishan City, Baoguo Temple is the site of the Buddhist Association of Mount Emei. The temple enshrines Buddhist Bodhisattvas as well as sages of Confucianism and deities of Taoism, which makes it a unique temple of three spiritual traditions.

The temple was constructed on the right side of Crouching Tiger Temple in Ming Dynasty and was originally named the Hui Zong Hall, with an intension of gathering Confucianism, Buddhism and Taoist. In early Qing Dynasty, the Hui Zong Hall was moved to the actual residence and rebuilt. In 1703, the name was changed to "Bao Guo" which literally translates as "serve the nation".

You will get to visit the different prayer halls intertwined with history and culture.

LESHAN GIANT BUDDHA (pix by Int'l Institute Asian Studies)

Today, your guide will bring you to another must-see places in Chengu, the Leshan Giant Buddha, a UNESCO World Heritage site.

Standing at a majestic 71-metre, this tall stone statue, built between 713 and 803, is carved out of a cliff face of Cretaceous red bed sandstones that lies at the confluence of the Min River and Dadu River in the southern part of Sichuan Province.

DUJIANGYAN IRRIGATION SYSTEM (pix by UNESCO)

Construction of the Dujiangyan irrigation system began in the 3rd century B.C. This system still controls the waters of the Minjiang River and distributes it to the fertile farmland of the Chengdu plains. Mount Qingcheng was the birthplace of Taoism, which is celebrated in a series of ancient temples.

Dujiangyan irrigation system was constructed around 256 BC. Modified and enlarged during the Tang, Song, Yuan and Ming dynasties, it uses natural topographic and hydrological features to solve problems of diverting water for irrigation, draining sediment, flood control, and flow control without the construction of dams. It has become one of China's most popular irrigation systems ever since.

MOUNT QINGCHENG (pix by UNESCO)

Mount Qingcheng and the Dujiangyan Irrigation System were inscribed on the World Heritage List in 2000. It has also been declared a State Priority Protected Site, among the first batch of National Scenic Areas and Historical Sites, and a National ISO14000 Demonstration Area. Mount Qingcheng and the Dujiangyan Irrigation System are protected by several national laws including the Law of the People's Republic of China on the Protection of Cultural Relics.

MOUNT QINGCHENG (pix by UNESCO)

Mount Qingcheng, dominating the Chengdu plains to the south of the Dujiangyan Irrigation System, is a mountain famous in Chinese history as the place where in 142 CE the philosopher Zhang Ling founded the doctrine of Chinese Taoism. Most of the essential elements of Taoism culture are embodied in the teachings of Taoism that emanated from the temples that were subsequently built on the mountain during the Jin and Tang dynasties. The mountain resumed its role as the intellectual and spiritual centre of Taoism in the 17th century.

The eleven important Taoist temples on the mountain reflect the traditional architecture of western Sichuan and include the Erwang Temple, the Fulong Temple, the Changdao Temple built over the place where Zhang Ling preached his doctrines, and the Jianfu Palace (formerly the Zhangren Temple).

5D4N (recommended)

Visit Chengdu Research Base of Giant Panda Breeding

Visit Huanglongxi Ancient Town

Visit Baoguo Temple & Fuhi Temple

Visit Leshan Giant Buddha (a UNESCO Heritage site)

Visit Dujiangyan Irrigation System

Day trip to Mt Qingcheng

Day trip to Mt Qingcheng & overnight stay

Check-in hotel in Chengdu for 3 nights stay

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ZHANGJIAJIE

Zhangjiajie National Forest; China

10D9N (recommended)

Visit Changde Poetry Wall, Liuye Lake and Fenghuang Ancient Town* (UNESCO Heritage site)

Full day tour of Fenghuang (UNESCO Heritage site)

Visit Red Stone Forest National Geological Park

Visit Zhangjiajie National Forest Park (UNESCO Heritage Site)

Cruise on Baofeng Lake and visit Zhangjiajie Glass Bridge

Visit Golden Whip Stream & Golden Whip Rock, Shui Rao Si Men and mini train ride through hrough the picturesque Ten Miles Gallery

Visit city of Changde and Orange Isle

One day free & easy in Changsha for dining & shopping

ZHANGJIAJIE

Zhangjiajie is a city located in the northwest region of China's Hunan province. It is home to the famed Wulingyuan Scenic Area. This protected zone encompasses thousands of jagged quartzite sandstone columns, many of which rise over 200m, as well as caves filled with stalactites and stalagmites. Wulingyuan also encompasses forests, rivers, waterfalls and two large natural land bridges, as well as endangered plant and animal species.

ZHANGJIAJIE

Zhangjiajie is a city located in the northwest region of China's Hunan province. It is home to the famed Wulingyuan Scenic Area. This protected zone encompasses thousands of jagged quartzite sandstone columns, many of which rise over 200m, as well as caves filled with stalactites and stalagmites. Wulingyuan also encompasses forests, rivers, waterfalls and two large natural land bridges, as well as endangered plant and animal species.

ZHANGJIAJIE

Zhangjiajie is a city located in the northwest region of China's Hunan province. It is home to the famed Wulingyuan Scenic Area. This protected zone encompasses thousands of jagged quartzite sandstone columns, many of which rise over 200m, as well as caves filled with stalactites and stalagmites. Wulingyuan also encompasses forests, rivers, waterfalls and two large natural land bridges, as well as endangered plant and animal species.

ZHANGJIAJIE

Zhangjiajie is a city located in the northwest region of China's Hunan province. It is home to the famed Wulingyuan Scenic Area. This protected zone encompasses thousands of jagged quartzite sandstone columns, many of which rise over 200m, as well as caves filled with stalactites and stalagmites. Wulingyuan also encompasses forests, rivers, waterfalls and two large natural land bridges, as well as endangered plant and animal species.

ZHANGJIAJIE

Zhangjiajie is a city located in the northwest region of China's Hunan province. It is home to the famed Wulingyuan Scenic Area. This protected zone encompasses thousands of jagged quartzite sandstone columns, many of which rise over 200m, as well as caves filled with stalactites and stalagmites. Wulingyuan also encompasses forests, rivers, waterfalls and two large natural land bridges, as well as endangered plant and animal species.

ZHANGJIAJIE

Zhangjiajie is a city located in the northwest region of China's Hunan province. It is home to the famed Wulingyuan Scenic Area. This protected zone encompasses thousands of jagged quartzite sandstone columns, many of which rise over 200m, as well as caves filled with stalactites and stalagmites. Wulingyuan also encompasses forests, rivers, waterfalls and two large natural land bridges, as well as endangered plant and animal species.

ZHANGJIAJIE

Zhangjiajie is a city located in the northwest region of China's Hunan province. It is home to the famed Wulingyuan Scenic Area. This protected zone encompasses thousands of jagged quartzite sandstone columns, many of which rise over 200m, as well as caves filled with stalactites and stalagmites. Wulingyuan also encompasses forests, rivers, waterfalls and two large natural land bridges, as well as endangered plant and animal species.

ZHANGJIAJIE

Zhangjiajie is a city located in the northwest region of China's Hunan province. It is home to the famed Wulingyuan Scenic Area. This protected zone encompasses thousands of jagged quartzite sandstone columns, many of which rise over 200m, as well as caves filled with stalactites and stalagmites. Wulingyuan also encompasses forests, rivers, waterfalls and two large natural land bridges, as well as endangered plant and animal species.

ZHANGJIAJIE

Zhangjiajie is a city located in the northwest region of China's Hunan province. It is home to the famed Wulingyuan Scenic Area. This protected zone encompasses thousands of jagged quartzite sandstone columns, many of which rise over 200m, as well as caves filled with stalactites and stalagmites. Wulingyuan also encompasses forests, rivers, waterfalls and two large natural land bridges, as well as endangered plant and animal species.

ZHANGJIAJIE

Zhangjiajie is a city located in the northwest region of China's Hunan province. It is home to the famed Wulingyuan Scenic Area. This protected zone encompasses thousands of jagged quartzite sandstone columns, many of which rise over 200m, as well as caves filled with stalactites and stalagmites. Wulingyuan also encompasses forests, rivers, waterfalls and two large natural land bridges, as well as endangered plant and animal species.

ZHANGJIAJIE

Zhangjiajie is a city located in the northwest region of China's Hunan province. It is home to the famed Wulingyuan Scenic Area. This protected zone encompasses thousands of jagged quartzite sandstone columns, many of which rise over 200m, as well as caves filled with stalactites and stalagmites. Wulingyuan also encompasses forests, rivers, waterfalls and two large natural land bridges, as well as endangered plant and animal species.

ZHANGJIAJIE

Zhangjiajie is a city located in the northwest region of China's Hunan province. It is home to the famed Wulingyuan Scenic Area. This protected zone encompasses thousands of jagged quartzite sandstone columns, many of which rise over 200m, as well as caves filled with stalactites and stalagmites. Wulingyuan also encompasses forests, rivers, waterfalls and two large natural land bridges, as well as endangered plant and animal species.

ZHANGJIAJIE

Zhangjiajie is a city located in the northwest region of China's Hunan province. It is home to the famed Wulingyuan Scenic Area. This protected zone encompasses thousands of jagged quartzite sandstone columns, many of which rise over 200m, as well as caves filled with stalactites and stalagmites. Wulingyuan also encompasses forests, rivers, waterfalls and two large natural land bridges, as well as endangered plant and animal species.

ZHANGJIAJIE

Zhangjiajie is a city located in the northwest region of China's Hunan province. It is home to the famed Wulingyuan Scenic Area. This protected zone encompasses thousands of jagged quartzite sandstone columns, many of which rise over 200m, as well as caves filled with stalactites and stalagmites. Wulingyuan also encompasses forests, rivers, waterfalls and two large natural land bridges, as well as endangered plant and animal species.

ZHANGJIAJIE

Zhangjiajie is a city located in the northwest region of China's Hunan province. It is home to the famed Wulingyuan Scenic Area. This protected zone encompasses thousands of jagged quartzite sandstone columns, many of which rise over 200m, as well as caves filled with stalactites and stalagmites. Wulingyuan also encompasses forests, rivers, waterfalls and two large natural land bridges, as well as endangered plant and animal species.

ZHANGJIAJIE

Zhangjiajie is a city located in the northwest region of China's Hunan province. It is home to the famed Wulingyuan Scenic Area. This protected zone encompasses thousands of jagged quartzite sandstone columns, many of which rise over 200m, as well as caves filled with stalactites and stalagmites. Wulingyuan also encompasses forests, rivers, waterfalls and two large natural land bridges, as well as endangered plant and animal species.

ZHANGJIAJIE

Zhangjiajie is a city located in the northwest region of China's Hunan province. It is home to the famed Wulingyuan Scenic Area. This protected zone encompasses thousands of jagged quartzite sandstone columns, many of which rise over 200m, as well as caves filled with stalactites and stalagmites. Wulingyuan also encompasses forests, rivers, waterfalls and two large natural land bridges, as well as endangered plant and animal species.

ZHANGJIAJIE

Zhangjiajie is a city located in the northwest region of China's Hunan province. It is home to the famed Wulingyuan Scenic Area. This protected zone encompasses thousands of jagged quartzite sandstone columns, many of which rise over 200m, as well as caves filled with stalactites and stalagmites. Wulingyuan also encompasses forests, rivers, waterfalls and two large natural land bridges, as well as endangered plant and animal species.

ZHANGJIAJIE

Zhangjiajie is a city located in the northwest region of China's Hunan province. It is home to the famed Wulingyuan Scenic Area. This protected zone encompasses thousands of jagged quartzite sandstone columns, many of which rise over 200m, as well as caves filled with stalactites and stalagmites. Wulingyuan also encompasses forests, rivers, waterfalls and two large natural land bridges, as well as endangered plant and animal species.

ZHANGJIAJIE

Zhangjiajie is a city located in the northwest region of China's Hunan province. It is home to the famed Wulingyuan Scenic Area. This protected zone encompasses thousands of jagged quartzite sandstone columns, many of which rise over 200m, as well as caves filled with stalactites and stalagmites. Wulingyuan also encompasses forests, rivers, waterfalls and two large natural land bridges, as well as endangered plant and animal species.

ZHANGJIAJIE

Zhangjiajie is a city located in the northwest region of China's Hunan province. It is home to the famed Wulingyuan Scenic Area. This protected zone encompasses thousands of jagged quartzite sandstone columns, many of which rise over 200m, as well as caves filled with stalactites and stalagmites. Wulingyuan also encompasses forests, rivers, waterfalls and two large natural land bridges, as well as endangered plant and animal species.

ZHANGJIAJIE

Zhangjiajie is a city located in the northwest region of China's Hunan province. It is home to the famed Wulingyuan Scenic Area. This protected zone encompasses thousands of jagged quartzite sandstone columns, many of which rise over 200m, as well as caves filled with stalactites and stalagmites. Wulingyuan also encompasses forests, rivers, waterfalls and two large natural land bridges, as well as endangered plant and animal species.

ZHANGJIAJIE

Zhangjiajie is a city located in the northwest region of China's Hunan province. It is home to the famed Wulingyuan Scenic Area. This protected zone encompasses thousands of jagged quartzite sandstone columns, many of which rise over 200m, as well as caves filled with stalactites and stalagmites. Wulingyuan also encompasses forests, rivers, waterfalls and two large natural land bridges, as well as endangered plant and animal species.

ZHANGJIAJIE

Zhangjiajie is a city located in the northwest region of China's Hunan province. It is home to the famed Wulingyuan Scenic Area. This protected zone encompasses thousands of jagged quartzite sandstone columns, many of which rise over 200m, as well as caves filled with stalactites and stalagmites. Wulingyuan also encompasses forests, rivers, waterfalls and two large natural land bridges, as well as endangered plant and animal species.

ZHANGJIAJIE

Zhangjiajie is a city located in the northwest region of China's Hunan province. It is home to the famed Wulingyuan Scenic Area. This protected zone encompasses thousands of jagged quartzite sandstone columns, many of which rise over 200m, as well as caves filled with stalactites and stalagmites. Wulingyuan also encompasses forests, rivers, waterfalls and two large natural land bridges, as well as endangered plant and animal species.

ZHANGJIAJIE

Zhangjiajie is a city located in the northwest region of China's Hunan province. It is home to the famed Wulingyuan Scenic Area. This protected zone encompasses thousands of jagged quartzite sandstone columns, many of which rise over 200m, as well as caves filled with stalactites and stalagmites. Wulingyuan also encompasses forests, rivers, waterfalls and two large natural land bridges, as well as endangered plant and animal species.

ZHANGJIAJIE

Zhangjiajie is a city located in the northwest region of China's Hunan province. It is home to the famed Wulingyuan Scenic Area. This protected zone encompasses thousands of jagged quartzite sandstone columns, many of which rise over 200m, as well as caves filled with stalactites and stalagmites. Wulingyuan also encompasses forests, rivers, waterfalls and two large natural land bridges, as well as endangered plant and animal species.

ZHANGJIAJIE

Zhangjiajie is a city located in the northwest region of China's Hunan province. It is home to the famed Wulingyuan Scenic Area. This protected zone encompasses thousands of jagged quartzite sandstone columns, many of which rise over 200m, as well as caves filled with stalactites and stalagmites. Wulingyuan also encompasses forests, rivers, waterfalls and two large natural land bridges, as well as endangered plant and animal species.

ZHANGJIAJIE

Zhangjiajie is a city located in the northwest region of China's Hunan province. It is home to the famed Wulingyuan Scenic Area. This protected zone encompasses thousands of jagged quartzite sandstone columns, many of which rise over 200m, as well as caves filled with stalactites and stalagmites. Wulingyuan also encompasses forests, rivers, waterfalls and two large natural land bridges, as well as endangered plant and animal species.

ZHANGJIAJIE

Zhangjiajie is a city located in the northwest region of China's Hunan province. It is home to the famed Wulingyuan Scenic Area. This protected zone encompasses thousands of jagged quartzite sandstone columns, many of which rise over 200m, as well as caves filled with stalactites and stalagmites. Wulingyuan also encompasses forests, rivers, waterfalls and two large natural land bridges, as well as endangered plant and animal species.

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KUNMING OF YUNNAN

Green Lake, Kunming

5D4N (recommended)

Visit Jiuxiang Karst Cave (UNESCO Heritage site)

Full day tour of Fenghuang (UNESCO Heritage site) followed by dinner and cultural show

Visit Dali Ancient City and overnight stay

Visit another ancient town Xi Zhou

Tea session at Yu Garden and Bai zhi art & craft making session

Visit and tour Shilin (Stone Forest) UNESCO Heritage site

Personal shopping time in Kunming

KUNMING, CAPITAL CITY OF YUNNAN PROVINCE 昆明

The climate of Kunming is like spring every day, so ideal for leisure, vacation and living.

It is the capital and largest city of the Yunnan province. During World War II, Kunming was a Chinese military center and the location of the headquarters for the US Army Forces China-Burma-India. Wujiaba Airport served as the home of the First American Volunteer Group (AVG) of the Republic of China Air Force, nicknamed the Flying Tigers. Kunming was also a transport terminus for the Burma Road.

Today, Kunming as a modern city serves as a transportation hub for China’s southern region which neighbours Cambodia, Laos, Vietnam and Myanmar. There is also a large student population. The temperate year-round climate makes it an ideal tourist hub to explore the many attractions and cities in the southern west region of China.

JIUXIANG CAVES (九乡)

The Jiuxiang Caves boasts more than 100 karst caves and is the largest cave group system in the whole of China.

The cave formations are very varied, combining rivers, waterfalls, combining rivers, waterfalls, gorges, forests, and even ethnic minority cultures.

Karst is associated with soluble rock types such as limestone, marble, and gypsum. A typical karst landscape forms when much of the water falling on the surface interacts with and enters the subsurface through cracks, fractures, and holes that have been dissolved into the bedrock.

The Jiuxiang Scenic Area covers 175 km2 and is located in Jiuxiang Yi and Hui township of Yiliang County about 90km from Kunming. It is well known for its magnificent underground Karst caves which are often referred to as the Underground Stone Forest.

DALI OLD TOWN 大理

Dali Ancient City is a historic town that stands between Canshan Mountain to the west and Erhai Lake to the east. It dates back to the year 1382 at the time of the Ming Dynasty, and is rich in the culture of the Bai ethnic minority. It is also the ancient capital of Nanzhao Kingdom and Dali Kingdom.

Its great city wall, traditional Bai houses and beautiful scenery make it a strong draw for visitors. It's a perfect place for a walking tour during which you can appreciate the Bai architecture, the shops, cafes and bars, as well as the temples and old courtyard homes converted to hotels. Dali Ancient City is one of China's most popular attractions.

Dali's city wall is nearly four miles long, 25 feet high and 20 feet thick, with four main city gate towers.

With its traditional Bai houses with their green-gray tile roofs Dali is unique among all cities of China. Walking the cobblestone streets and old houses of the ancient city creates a feeling of being transported through time to a much simpler world of the deep past. Traditional arts and crafts are available for purchase in shops along the ancient streets.

In ancient times Dali Ancient City was a gateway to the Silk Road in Southwest China. It was also a seat of government and a major military base for Yunnan Province. The city is itself a museum of ancient Dali culture, but within the city are also some very special museums, including the Dali Museum, the China Dali Rural Film History Museum and the Dali Intangible Cultural Heritage Museum.

BAI ETHNIC GROUP 白族

There are nearly 2 million Bai people in China, about 1.5 million of them in the Dali Bai Autonomous County of Yunnan Province, as well as Lijiang, Kunming, Yuanjiang and Guizhou. They are known for their artistic creativity in painting, sculpture, crafts, music and architecture.

You will visit the residence of the Bai ethnic group at Yu Garden and savour the local tea while enjoying a renowned, compelling Bai song and dance show. Thereafter, learn the ropes of the traditional Bai tie-dye craft at a DIY tie-dye workshop and bring your handiwork home as a memento.

YU 'ER GARDEN 玉儿园

Yu'er Garden is a collection of the essence of Bai people's architecture. The exterior is a Bai people's gatehouse with flying eaves and corners, an elegant and delicate three-sided screen wall, and a wall with painted eaves and skirts. The garden is mainly composed of multi-shaped Bai flower terraces inlaid with stones, planted with famous Dali flowers and flowers, and there are elderly activity areas, tea rooms, stele pavilions, stone workshops, and pools embellished, forming a rich traditional garden in the ancient city of Dali. Funny. Dali is famous for marble and popular for its original big stone worship. Therefore, the decoration and decoration in the park are mainly made of stone. Pavement, stone pile lamp sockets, etc., the whole garden pursues the style of returning to nature, which is unique. There are seven flower and tree areas in the garden, including camellia, cherry blossom, peony, rhododendron, plum blossom, Chinese rose, and bamboo garden, and literati calligraphy painters are invited to inscribe and paint, and decorate with poems, couplets and good sentences.

KUNMING, CAPITAL CITY OF YUNNAN PROVINCE 昆明

The climate of Kunming is like spring every day, so ideal for leisure, vacation and living.

It is the capital and largest city of the Yunnan province. During World War II, Kunming was a Chinese military center and the location of the headquarters for the US Army Forces China-Burma-India. Wujiaba Airport served as the home of the First American Volunteer Group (AVG) of the Republic of China Air Force, nicknamed the Flying Tigers. Kunming was also a transport terminus for the Burma Road.

Today, Kunming as a modern city serves as a transportation hub for China’s southern region which neighbours Cambodia, Laos, Vietnam and Myanmar. There is also a large student population. The temperate year-round climate makes it an ideal tourist hub to explore the many attractions and cities in the southern west region of China.

JIUXIANG CAVES (九乡)

The Jiuxiang Caves boasts more than 100 karst caves and is the largest cave group system in the whole of China.

The cave formations are very varied, combining rivers, waterfalls, combining rivers, waterfalls, gorges, forests, and even ethnic minority cultures.

Karst is associated with soluble rock types such as limestone, marble, and gypsum. A typical karst landscape forms when much of the water falling on the surface interacts with and enters the subsurface through cracks, fractures, and holes that have been dissolved into the bedrock.

The Jiuxiang Scenic Area covers 175 km2 and is located in Jiuxiang Yi and Hui township of Yiliang County about 90km from Kunming. It is well known for its magnificent underground Karst caves which are often referred to as the Underground Stone Forest.

DALI OLD TOWN 大理

Dali Ancient City is a historic town that stands between Canshan Mountain to the west and Erhai Lake to the east. It dates back to the year 1382 at the time of the Ming Dynasty, and is rich in the culture of the Bai ethnic minority. It is also the ancient capital of Nanzhao Kingdom and Dali Kingdom.

Its great city wall, traditional Bai houses and beautiful scenery make it a strong draw for visitors. It's a perfect place for a walking tour during which you can appreciate the Bai architecture, the shops, cafes and bars, as well as the temples and old courtyard homes converted to hotels. Dali Ancient City is one of China's most popular attractions.

Dali's city wall is nearly four miles long, 25 feet high and 20 feet thick, with four main city gate towers.

With its traditional Bai houses with their green-gray tile roofs Dali is unique among all cities of China. Walking the cobblestone streets and old houses of the ancient city creates a feeling of being transported through time to a much simpler world of the deep past. Traditional arts and crafts are available for purchase in shops along the ancient streets.

In ancient times Dali Ancient City was a gateway to the Silk Road in Southwest China. It was also a seat of government and a major military base for Yunnan Province. The city is itself a museum of ancient Dali culture, but within the city are also some very special museums, including the Dali Museum, the China Dali Rural Film History Museum and the Dali Intangible Cultural Heritage Museum.

BAI ETHNIC GROUP 白族

There are nearly 2 million Bai people in China, about 1.5 million of them in the Dali Bai Autonomous County of Yunnan Province, as well as Lijiang, Kunming, Yuanjiang and Guizhou. They are known for their artistic creativity in painting, sculpture, crafts, music and architecture.

You will visit the residence of the Bai ethnic group at Yu Garden and savour the local tea while enjoying a renowned, compelling Bai song and dance show. Thereafter, learn the ropes of the traditional Bai tie-dye craft at a DIY tie-dye workshop and bring your handiwork home as a memento.

YU 'ER GARDEN 玉儿园

Yu'er Garden is a collection of the essence of Bai people's architecture. The exterior is a Bai people's gatehouse with flying eaves and corners, an elegant and delicate three-sided screen wall, and a wall with painted eaves and skirts. The garden is mainly composed of multi-shaped Bai flower terraces inlaid with stones, planted with famous Dali flowers and flowers, and there are elderly activity areas, tea rooms, stele pavilions, stone workshops, and pools embellished, forming a rich traditional garden in the ancient city of Dali. Funny. Dali is famous for marble and popular for its original big stone worship. Therefore, the decoration and decoration in the park are mainly made of stone. Pavement, stone pile lamp sockets, etc., the whole garden pursues the style of returning to nature, which is unique. There are seven flower and tree areas in the garden, including camellia, cherry blossom, peony, rhododendron, plum blossom, Chinese rose, and bamboo garden, and literati calligraphy painters are invited to inscribe and paint, and decorate with poems, couplets and good sentences.

KUNMING, CAPITAL CITY OF YUNNAN PROVINCE 昆明

The climate of Kunming is like spring every day, so ideal for leisure, vacation and living.

It is the capital and largest city of the Yunnan province. During World War II, Kunming was a Chinese military center and the location of the headquarters for the US Army Forces China-Burma-India. Wujiaba Airport served as the home of the First American Volunteer Group (AVG) of the Republic of China Air Force, nicknamed the Flying Tigers. Kunming was also a transport terminus for the Burma Road.

Today, Kunming as a modern city serves as a transportation hub for China’s southern region which neighbours Cambodia, Laos, Vietnam and Myanmar. There is also a large student population. The temperate year-round climate makes it an ideal tourist hub to explore the many attractions and cities in the southern west region of China.

JIUXIANG CAVES (九乡)

The Jiuxiang Caves boasts more than 100 karst caves and is the largest cave group system in the whole of China.

The cave formations are very varied, combining rivers, waterfalls, combining rivers, waterfalls, gorges, forests, and even ethnic minority cultures.

Karst is associated with soluble rock types such as limestone, marble, and gypsum. A typical karst landscape forms when much of the water falling on the surface interacts with and enters the subsurface through cracks, fractures, and holes that have been dissolved into the bedrock.

The Jiuxiang Scenic Area covers 175 km2 and is located in Jiuxiang Yi and Hui township of Yiliang County about 90km from Kunming. It is well known for its magnificent underground Karst caves which are often referred to as the Underground Stone Forest.

DALI OLD TOWN 大理

Dali Ancient City is a historic town that stands between Canshan Mountain to the west and Erhai Lake to the east. It dates back to the year 1382 at the time of the Ming Dynasty, and is rich in the culture of the Bai ethnic minority. It is also the ancient capital of Nanzhao Kingdom and Dali Kingdom.

Its great city wall, traditional Bai houses and beautiful scenery make it a strong draw for visitors. It's a perfect place for a walking tour during which you can appreciate the Bai architecture, the shops, cafes and bars, as well as the temples and old courtyard homes converted to hotels. Dali Ancient City is one of China's most popular attractions.

Dali's city wall is nearly four miles long, 25 feet high and 20 feet thick, with four main city gate towers.

With its traditional Bai houses with their green-gray tile roofs Dali is unique among all cities of China. Walking the cobblestone streets and old houses of the ancient city creates a feeling of being transported through time to a much simpler world of the deep past. Traditional arts and crafts are available for purchase in shops along the ancient streets.

In ancient times Dali Ancient City was a gateway to the Silk Road in Southwest China. It was also a seat of government and a major military base for Yunnan Province. The city is itself a museum of ancient Dali culture, but within the city are also some very special museums, including the Dali Museum, the China Dali Rural Film History Museum and the Dali Intangible Cultural Heritage Museum.

BAI ETHNIC GROUP 白族

There are nearly 2 million Bai people in China, about 1.5 million of them in the Dali Bai Autonomous County of Yunnan Province, as well as Lijiang, Kunming, Yuanjiang and Guizhou. They are known for their artistic creativity in painting, sculpture, crafts, music and architecture.

You will visit the residence of the Bai ethnic group at Yu Garden and savour the local tea while enjoying a renowned, compelling Bai song and dance show. Thereafter, learn the ropes of the traditional Bai tie-dye craft at a DIY tie-dye workshop and bring your handiwork home as a memento.

YU 'ER GARDEN 玉儿园

Yu'er Garden is a collection of the essence of Bai people's architecture. The exterior is a Bai people's gatehouse with flying eaves and corners, an elegant and delicate three-sided screen wall, and a wall with painted eaves and skirts. The garden is mainly composed of multi-shaped Bai flower terraces inlaid with stones, planted with famous Dali flowers and flowers, and there are elderly activity areas, tea rooms, stele pavilions, stone workshops, and pools embellished, forming a rich traditional garden in the ancient city of Dali. Funny. Dali is famous for marble and popular for its original big stone worship. Therefore, the decoration and decoration in the park are mainly made of stone. Pavement, stone pile lamp sockets, etc., the whole garden pursues the style of returning to nature, which is unique. There are seven flower and tree areas in the garden, including camellia, cherry blossom, peony, rhododendron, plum blossom, Chinese rose, and bamboo garden, and literati calligraphy painters are invited to inscribe and paint, and decorate with poems, couplets and good sentences.

KUNMING, CAPITAL CITY OF YUNNAN PROVINCE 昆明

The climate of Kunming is like spring every day, so ideal for leisure, vacation and living.

It is the capital and largest city of the Yunnan province. During World War II, Kunming was a Chinese military center and the location of the headquarters for the US Army Forces China-Burma-India. Wujiaba Airport served as the home of the First American Volunteer Group (AVG) of the Republic of China Air Force, nicknamed the Flying Tigers. Kunming was also a transport terminus for the Burma Road.

Today, Kunming as a modern city serves as a transportation hub for China’s southern region which neighbours Cambodia, Laos, Vietnam and Myanmar. There is also a large student population. The temperate year-round climate makes it an ideal tourist hub to explore the many attractions and cities in the southern west region of China.

JIUXIANG CAVES (九乡)

The Jiuxiang Caves boasts more than 100 karst caves and is the largest cave group system in the whole of China.

The cave formations are very varied, combining rivers, waterfalls, combining rivers, waterfalls, gorges, forests, and even ethnic minority cultures.

Karst is associated with soluble rock types such as limestone, marble, and gypsum. A typical karst landscape forms when much of the water falling on the surface interacts with and enters the subsurface through cracks, fractures, and holes that have been dissolved into the bedrock.

The Jiuxiang Scenic Area covers 175 km2 and is located in Jiuxiang Yi and Hui township of Yiliang County about 90km from Kunming. It is well known for its magnificent underground Karst caves which are often referred to as the Underground Stone Forest.

DALI OLD TOWN 大理

Dali Ancient City is a historic town that stands between Canshan Mountain to the west and Erhai Lake to the east. It dates back to the year 1382 at the time of the Ming Dynasty, and is rich in the culture of the Bai ethnic minority. It is also the ancient capital of Nanzhao Kingdom and Dali Kingdom.

Its great city wall, traditional Bai houses and beautiful scenery make it a strong draw for visitors. It's a perfect place for a walking tour during which you can appreciate the Bai architecture, the shops, cafes and bars, as well as the temples and old courtyard homes converted to hotels. Dali Ancient City is one of China's most popular attractions.

Dali's city wall is nearly four miles long, 25 feet high and 20 feet thick, with four main city gate towers.

With its traditional Bai houses with their green-gray tile roofs Dali is unique among all cities of China. Walking the cobblestone streets and old houses of the ancient city creates a feeling of being transported through time to a much simpler world of the deep past. Traditional arts and crafts are available for purchase in shops along the ancient streets.

In ancient times Dali Ancient City was a gateway to the Silk Road in Southwest China. It was also a seat of government and a major military base for Yunnan Province. The city is itself a museum of ancient Dali culture, but within the city are also some very special museums, including the Dali Museum, the China Dali Rural Film History Museum and the Dali Intangible Cultural Heritage Museum.

BAI ETHNIC GROUP 白族

There are nearly 2 million Bai people in China, about 1.5 million of them in the Dali Bai Autonomous County of Yunnan Province, as well as Lijiang, Kunming, Yuanjiang and Guizhou. They are known for their artistic creativity in painting, sculpture, crafts, music and architecture.

You will visit the residence of the Bai ethnic group at Yu Garden and savour the local tea while enjoying a renowned, compelling Bai song and dance show. Thereafter, learn the ropes of the traditional Bai tie-dye craft at a DIY tie-dye workshop and bring your handiwork home as a memento.

YU 'ER GARDEN 玉儿园

Yu'er Garden is a collection of the essence of Bai people's architecture. The exterior is a Bai people's gatehouse with flying eaves and corners, an elegant and delicate three-sided screen wall, and a wall with painted eaves and skirts. The garden is mainly composed of multi-shaped Bai flower terraces inlaid with stones, planted with famous Dali flowers and flowers, and there are elderly activity areas, tea rooms, stele pavilions, stone workshops, and pools embellished, forming a rich traditional garden in the ancient city of Dali. Funny. Dali is famous for marble and popular for its original big stone worship. Therefore, the decoration and decoration in the park are mainly made of stone. Pavement, stone pile lamp sockets, etc., the whole garden pursues the style of returning to nature, which is unique. There are seven flower and tree areas in the garden, including camellia, cherry blossom, peony, rhododendron, plum blossom, Chinese rose, and bamboo garden, and literati calligraphy painters are invited to inscribe and paint, and decorate with poems, couplets and good sentences.

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Section of the Yangtze River in Chongqing city

CHONGQING

Chongqing is a municipality in China that covers a large geographical area about the size of Austria. Aa a municipality, Chongqing is the largest city proper in the world by area.

With a population of over 32m people, in comparison it is 51 times larger than London and 36 times larger than Tokyo.

Chongqing is a well-known tourism city for its fantastic mountain-river scenery and abundant historic and cultural sites, such as Three Gorges of Yangtze River, the Dazu Rock Carvings, the Three Natural Bridges in Wulong, Tiankeng and Difeng (giant karst pits and fissures) in Fengjie, the Baiheliang Ridge in Fuling.

Situated in the humid sub-tropical monsoon climate belt, the city is characterized by mild weather with an annual average temperature of 18 C (64 F).

BAIHELIANG UNDERWATER MUSEUM

The Baiheliang Underwater Museum or White Crane Ridge Underwater Museum is an underwater museum built around the White Crane Ridge of Fuling District that offers significant scientific, historical and art values.

Baiheliang Underwater Museum is divided in three different parts: the exhibition hall, the corridors and the underwater inscriptions protection cover.

visitors would take a 91 m long escalator before they get to the river bottom which is 40 m under the Yangtze River, and then walk in the 146 m long underwater corridor to reach the underwater inscription protection cover. The inscription protection cover has a 70 m long visiting corridor, and 23 observation windows. Just from these glass windows, visitors can clearly view the cultural relic of the museum.

A very unique and exciting experience.

YUNGANG LONGGANG GEOLOGICAL PARK (pix by iChongqing)

Located some 380kms from the city, it is the largest Karst-Shaft in the world. It looks like a huge geological jar, and it is hundreds of meters long and deep. Therefore, it named Longgang, known as “Dragon Jar” in Chinese. Its depth is the third deepest in China, and fifth in the world. In the jar, pines lie in the gap, creeping up the sides to resemble a sleeping dragon. The spectacularly strange, wonderful and colorful landscape is explained in the natural science museum in the Grand View Garden.

YUNGANG LONGGANG GEOLOGICAL PARK (pix by iChongqing)

Yungang Longgang (Dragon Jar) Geological Park has the world's longest glass cantilever bridge, 26.64 meters long and built at an altitude of 1,010 meters. Visitors can look down to view a vertical drop of 718 meters to the ground below. There are no steel supports directly below the walkways of the horseshoe-shaped viewing floors and guardrails are all transparent pieces of glass to allow visitors an unobstructed, and stunning panoramic vista.

Since its opening, it has become one of the major attractions of Chongqing.

CHONGQING

Chongqing is a municipality in China that covers a large geographical area about the size of Austria. Aa a municipality, Chongqing is the largest city proper in the world by area.

With a population of over 32m people, in comparison it is 51 times larger than London and 36 times larger than Tokyo.

Chongqing is a well-known tourism city for its fantastic mountain-river scenery and abundant historic and cultural sites, such as Three Gorges of Yangtze River, the Dazu Rock Carvings, the Three Natural Bridges in Wulong, Tiankeng and Difeng (giant karst pits and fissures) in Fengjie, the Baiheliang Ridge in Fuling.

Situated in the humid sub-tropical monsoon climate belt, the city is characterized by mild weather with an annual average temperature of 18 C (64 F).

BAIHELIANG UNDERWATER MUSEUM

The Baiheliang Underwater Museum or White Crane Ridge Underwater Museum is an underwater museum built around the White Crane Ridge of Fuling District that offers significant scientific, historical and art values.

Baiheliang Underwater Museum is divided in three different parts: the exhibition hall, the corridors and the underwater inscriptions protection cover.

visitors would take a 91 m long escalator before they get to the river bottom which is 40 m under the Yangtze River, and then walk in the 146 m long underwater corridor to reach the underwater inscription protection cover. The inscription protection cover has a 70 m long visiting corridor, and 23 observation windows. Just from these glass windows, visitors can clearly view the cultural relic of the museum.

A very unique and exciting experience.

YUNGANG LONGGANG GEOLOGICAL PARK (pix by iChongqing)

Located some 380kms from the city, it is the largest Karst-Shaft in the world. It looks like a huge geological jar, and it is hundreds of meters long and deep. Therefore, it named Longgang, known as “Dragon Jar” in Chinese. Its depth is the third deepest in China, and fifth in the world. In the jar, pines lie in the gap, creeping up the sides to resemble a sleeping dragon. The spectacularly strange, wonderful and colorful landscape is explained in the natural science museum in the Grand View Garden.

YUNGANG LONGGANG GEOLOGICAL PARK (pix by iChongqing)

Yungang Longgang (Dragon Jar) Geological Park has the world's longest glass cantilever bridge, 26.64 meters long and built at an altitude of 1,010 meters. Visitors can look down to view a vertical drop of 718 meters to the ground below. There are no steel supports directly below the walkways of the horseshoe-shaped viewing floors and guardrails are all transparent pieces of glass to allow visitors an unobstructed, and stunning panoramic vista.

Since its opening, it has become one of the major attractions of Chongqing.

CHONGQING

Chongqing is a municipality in China that covers a large geographical area about the size of Austria. Aa a municipality, Chongqing is the largest city proper in the world by area.

With a population of over 32m people, in comparison it is 51 times larger than London and 36 times larger than Tokyo.

Chongqing is a well-known tourism city for its fantastic mountain-river scenery and abundant historic and cultural sites, such as Three Gorges of Yangtze River, the Dazu Rock Carvings, the Three Natural Bridges in Wulong, Tiankeng and Difeng (giant karst pits and fissures) in Fengjie, the Baiheliang Ridge in Fuling.

Situated in the humid sub-tropical monsoon climate belt, the city is characterized by mild weather with an annual average temperature of 18 C (64 F).

BAIHELIANG UNDERWATER MUSEUM

The Baiheliang Underwater Museum or White Crane Ridge Underwater Museum is an underwater museum built around the White Crane Ridge of Fuling District that offers significant scientific, historical and art values.

Baiheliang Underwater Museum is divided in three different parts: the exhibition hall, the corridors and the underwater inscriptions protection cover.

visitors would take a 91 m long escalator before they get to the river bottom which is 40 m under the Yangtze River, and then walk in the 146 m long underwater corridor to reach the underwater inscription protection cover. The inscription protection cover has a 70 m long visiting corridor, and 23 observation windows. Just from these glass windows, visitors can clearly view the cultural relic of the museum.

A very unique and exciting experience.

YUNGANG LONGGANG GEOLOGICAL PARK (pix by iChongqing)

Located some 380kms from the city, it is the largest Karst-Shaft in the world. It looks like a huge geological jar, and it is hundreds of meters long and deep. Therefore, it named Longgang, known as “Dragon Jar” in Chinese. Its depth is the third deepest in China, and fifth in the world. In the jar, pines lie in the gap, creeping up the sides to resemble a sleeping dragon. The spectacularly strange, wonderful and colorful landscape is explained in the natural science museum in the Grand View Garden.

YUNGANG LONGGANG GEOLOGICAL PARK (pix by iChongqing)

Yungang Longgang (Dragon Jar) Geological Park has the world's longest glass cantilever bridge, 26.64 meters long and built at an altitude of 1,010 meters. Visitors can look down to view a vertical drop of 718 meters to the ground below. There are no steel supports directly below the walkways of the horseshoe-shaped viewing floors and guardrails are all transparent pieces of glass to allow visitors an unobstructed, and stunning panoramic vista.

Since its opening, it has become one of the major attractions of Chongqing.

CHONGQING

Chongqing is a municipality in China that covers a large geographical area about the size of Austria. Aa a municipality, Chongqing is the largest city proper in the world by area.

With a population of over 32m people, in comparison it is 51 times larger than London and 36 times larger than Tokyo.

Chongqing is a well-known tourism city for its fantastic mountain-river scenery and abundant historic and cultural sites, such as Three Gorges of Yangtze River, the Dazu Rock Carvings, the Three Natural Bridges in Wulong, Tiankeng and Difeng (giant karst pits and fissures) in Fengjie, the Baiheliang Ridge in Fuling.

Situated in the humid sub-tropical monsoon climate belt, the city is characterized by mild weather with an annual average temperature of 18 C (64 F).

BAIHELIANG UNDERWATER MUSEUM

The Baiheliang Underwater Museum or White Crane Ridge Underwater Museum is an underwater museum built around the White Crane Ridge of Fuling District that offers significant scientific, historical and art values.

Baiheliang Underwater Museum is divided in three different parts: the exhibition hall, the corridors and the underwater inscriptions protection cover.

visitors would take a 91 m long escalator before they get to the river bottom which is 40 m under the Yangtze River, and then walk in the 146 m long underwater corridor to reach the underwater inscription protection cover. The inscription protection cover has a 70 m long visiting corridor, and 23 observation windows. Just from these glass windows, visitors can clearly view the cultural relic of the museum.

A very unique and exciting experience.

YUNGANG LONGGANG GEOLOGICAL PARK (pix by iChongqing)

Located some 380kms from the city, it is the largest Karst-Shaft in the world. It looks like a huge geological jar, and it is hundreds of meters long and deep. Therefore, it named Longgang, known as “Dragon Jar” in Chinese. Its depth is the third deepest in China, and fifth in the world. In the jar, pines lie in the gap, creeping up the sides to resemble a sleeping dragon. The spectacularly strange, wonderful and colorful landscape is explained in the natural science museum in the Grand View Garden.

YUNGANG LONGGANG GEOLOGICAL PARK (pix by iChongqing)

Yungang Longgang (Dragon Jar) Geological Park has the world's longest glass cantilever bridge, 26.64 meters long and built at an altitude of 1,010 meters. Visitors can look down to view a vertical drop of 718 meters to the ground below. There are no steel supports directly below the walkways of the horseshoe-shaped viewing floors and guardrails are all transparent pieces of glass to allow visitors an unobstructed, and stunning panoramic vista.

Since its opening, it has become one of the major attractions of Chongqing.

CHONGQING

Chongqing is a municipality in China that covers a large geographical area about the size of Austria. Aa a municipality, Chongqing is the largest city proper in the world by area.

With a population of over 32m people, in comparison it is 51 times larger than London and 36 times larger than Tokyo.

Chongqing is a well-known tourism city for its fantastic mountain-river scenery and abundant historic and cultural sites, such as Three Gorges of Yangtze River, the Dazu Rock Carvings, the Three Natural Bridges in Wulong, Tiankeng and Difeng (giant karst pits and fissures) in Fengjie, the Baiheliang Ridge in Fuling.

Situated in the humid sub-tropical monsoon climate belt, the city is characterized by mild weather with an annual average temperature of 18 C (64 F).

BAIHELIANG UNDERWATER MUSEUM

The Baiheliang Underwater Museum or White Crane Ridge Underwater Museum is an underwater museum built around the White Crane Ridge of Fuling District that offers significant scientific, historical and art values.

Baiheliang Underwater Museum is divided in three different parts: the exhibition hall, the corridors and the underwater inscriptions protection cover.

visitors would take a 91 m long escalator before they get to the river bottom which is 40 m under the Yangtze River, and then walk in the 146 m long underwater corridor to reach the underwater inscription protection cover. The inscription protection cover has a 70 m long visiting corridor, and 23 observation windows. Just from these glass windows, visitors can clearly view the cultural relic of the museum.

A very unique and exciting experience.

YUNGANG LONGGANG GEOLOGICAL PARK (pix by iChongqing)

Located some 380kms from the city, it is the largest Karst-Shaft in the world. It looks like a huge geological jar, and it is hundreds of meters long and deep. Therefore, it named Longgang, known as “Dragon Jar” in Chinese. Its depth is the third deepest in China, and fifth in the world. In the jar, pines lie in the gap, creeping up the sides to resemble a sleeping dragon. The spectacularly strange, wonderful and colorful landscape is explained in the natural science museum in the Grand View Garden.

YUNGANG LONGGANG GEOLOGICAL PARK (pix by iChongqing)

Yungang Longgang (Dragon Jar) Geological Park has the world's longest glass cantilever bridge, 26.64 meters long and built at an altitude of 1,010 meters. Visitors can look down to view a vertical drop of 718 meters to the ground below. There are no steel supports directly below the walkways of the horseshoe-shaped viewing floors and guardrails are all transparent pieces of glass to allow visitors an unobstructed, and stunning panoramic vista.

Since its opening, it has become one of the major attractions of Chongqing.

CHONGQING

Chongqing is a municipality in China that covers a large geographical area about the size of Austria. Aa a municipality, Chongqing is the largest city proper in the world by area.

With a population of over 32m people, in comparison it is 51 times larger than London and 36 times larger than Tokyo.

Chongqing is a well-known tourism city for its fantastic mountain-river scenery and abundant historic and cultural sites, such as Three Gorges of Yangtze River, the Dazu Rock Carvings, the Three Natural Bridges in Wulong, Tiankeng and Difeng (giant karst pits and fissures) in Fengjie, the Baiheliang Ridge in Fuling.

Situated in the humid sub-tropical monsoon climate belt, the city is characterized by mild weather with an annual average temperature of 18 C (64 F).

BAIHELIANG UNDERWATER MUSEUM

The Baiheliang Underwater Museum or White Crane Ridge Underwater Museum is an underwater museum built around the White Crane Ridge of Fuling District that offers significant scientific, historical and art values.

Baiheliang Underwater Museum is divided in three different parts: the exhibition hall, the corridors and the underwater inscriptions protection cover.

visitors would take a 91 m long escalator before they get to the river bottom which is 40 m under the Yangtze River, and then walk in the 146 m long underwater corridor to reach the underwater inscription protection cover. The inscription protection cover has a 70 m long visiting corridor, and 23 observation windows. Just from these glass windows, visitors can clearly view the cultural relic of the museum.

A very unique and exciting experience.

YUNGANG LONGGANG GEOLOGICAL PARK (pix by iChongqing)

Located some 380kms from the city, it is the largest Karst-Shaft in the world. It looks like a huge geological jar, and it is hundreds of meters long and deep. Therefore, it named Longgang, known as “Dragon Jar” in Chinese. Its depth is the third deepest in China, and fifth in the world. In the jar, pines lie in the gap, creeping up the sides to resemble a sleeping dragon. The spectacularly strange, wonderful and colorful landscape is explained in the natural science museum in the Grand View Garden.

YUNGANG LONGGANG GEOLOGICAL PARK (pix by iChongqing)

Yungang Longgang (Dragon Jar) Geological Park has the world's longest glass cantilever bridge, 26.64 meters long and built at an altitude of 1,010 meters. Visitors can look down to view a vertical drop of 718 meters to the ground below. There are no steel supports directly below the walkways of the horseshoe-shaped viewing floors and guardrails are all transparent pieces of glass to allow visitors an unobstructed, and stunning panoramic vista.

Since its opening, it has become one of the major attractions of Chongqing.