China is a giant travel destination, given its large size.
With more megacities than any other country in the world, as well as the country with the largest population, any visit to this Asian giant is a beguiling and alluring mix of charming traditional culture and modernity.
With 53 diverse ethnic groups and over 292 spoken languages, every destination in China is different from the last.
Visitors making their first trip to China usually stick to the major cities.
While more experienced visitors will set off to the Middle Kingdom and in other directions.
With so many Destinations The only problem is how to fit all the best places to visit in China into just one trip?
The most beautiful areas in China
Kunming - China
Kunming is the capital of Yunnan Province, the economic and cultural center of southwest China.
It is connected by railway with all major cities in China as well as with Vietnam.
The railway line with Hanoi was established in 1901.
Kunming's mild climate makes it a good place to visit at any time of the year.
It has cold, dry winters, although summers can be hot and humid.
The area is very suitable for growing flowers, as more than 400 species are grown here, and the camellia is the official flower of the city.
The city is also famous for its lush green parks, such as Cuihu (Green Lake) Park with its waterways and winding paths.
Kunming, Yunnan, China
Jiuzhaigou - China
Jiuzhaigou Valley is a place that attracts travelers who love the outdoors and enjoy pristine natural scenery.
It is a national park in Sichuan Province, home to many Tibetan villages, offering visitors the opportunity to see another way of life without having to climb the high altitudes of the Himalayas. The name of the area means “Nine Tibetan Villages.”
The national park has been described as a fairy land because of its many waterfalls.
It also has many snow-capped mountains, and 108 clear turquoise blues whose bottoms you can see.
It is also home to giant pandas, although the chances of seeing them are slim due to the size of the park and the number of tourists.
Jiuzhaigou, China
Hangzhou
Hangzhou is the capital of Zhejiang Province.
Hangzhou is famous for its natural scenery, and Marco Polo described the city as the most beautiful and magnificent in the world.
Hangzhou's most famous landmark is West Lake, a large lake separated by bridges and lined with ancient buildings and gardens designed for relaxation and spirituality.
Visitors will find temples, walking trails, sitting areas, tea plantations and a museum along its shores.
Tea is an important part of the West Lake experience, and Dragon Well tea is produced there and is one of the most famous teas in China.
West Lake, Hangzhou
Lhasa
Lhasa is one of the most important cities in Tibet and one of the highest cities in the world at an altitude of 3,500 metres (11,500 ft).
Lhasa has retained much of its culture, as during the 7th century Tibet was unified under Songtsen Gampo.
At one time, Lhasa was the capital of Tibet and to this day is considered an important spiritual center.
This city is home to the Potala Palace, which was the former home of the Dalai Lama.
Built over 360 years ago, it consists of two parts, the White Palace, where the Dalai Lama lived, and the Red Palace.
Potala Palace, Lhasa
Xi'an
Xi'an is almost as old as Beijing and is the capital of Shaanxi Province in northwestern China.
One of Xi'an's biggest attractions is its history.
It was the beginning of the once indispensable Silk Road that made trade between many countries in Eurasia possible.
It was the imperial seat of at least eleven dynasties, before the unification of China between 1000 BC and 1000 AD making it one of the Four Great Capitals of China.
Today, it is a cultural and technological center, being home to the Xi'an Aerospace Science and Technology Industrial Base.
Another landmark is the newly discovered Terracotta Army, the guardians of the tomb of the first emperor to rule the country.
Xi'an also boasts 14th-century city walls that are more than 12 km (8 miles) long.
Terracotta Army, Xi'an
Shanghai
Located on the East China Sea and the mouth of the Yangtze River, Shanghai is the country's most developed city.
Nearly a third of the country's exports come from this region and it attracts nearly a quarter of foreign investment in it as well.
Its skyline is filled with skyscrapers rising alongside gleaming shopping malls, luxury hotels and prestigious arts centers.
And when it comes to getting around Shanghai, this city has it all, including a comprehensive metro system.
Visitors will see a few remnants of ancient China in Shanghai.
However, the city is remarkably modern with cutting-edge futuristic buildings located within it.
Visiting museums is the best way to get a glimpse into the culture of the region and how it has changed over the years.
Moreover, the museums themselves are housed in interesting buildings as well.
These include the Shanghai Museum of Natural History and the Shanghai Art Museum.
Shanghai, China
Great Wall of China
The Great Wall of China is a series of walls built by different dynasties that ruled China over many years.
These walls were built to protect against invasions that came from the north.
The Great Wall itself, which has a history spanning more than 2,000 years, is about 8,800 kilometres (5,500 miles) long, although some sections are in ruins or have disappeared entirely.
It is the tallest man-made structure in the world.
There are many sections of the Great Wall of China. which visitors find enjoyable.
Badaling is the most popular section of the wall, close to Beijing and easy to access and climb.
Great Wall of China
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