Best Places to See in China

Best Places to See in China

The rich culture and the aggressive economy of China make it one of the most progressive countries in the world. Your China travel adventure will never be complete if you don’t drop by these must-see places:

1. The Great Wall in Beijing. Historic and majestic, this wall that runs across 373 miles is popular around the world. The fortress was built during the Ming Dynasty, and it claimed many lives as the emperor ordered the wall built to protect his territory. Tourists visit China primarily to walk along the Great Wall.
2. The Forbidden City in Beijing. All the political and royal intrigues of the Ming and Qing Dynasties were whispered and screamed within the Forbidden City. This Chinese imperial palace served as emperors’ home. It now serves as the home of the Palace Museum.
3. The Bund in Shanghai. This is a district that features many important infrastructures of different architectural styles. It stretches one mile along the bank of the Huangpu River, and features 52 buildings; each with splendid architecture. For this reason, The Bund is a must-see attraction in China.
4. The Terra Cotta Warriors in Xi'an. Who could forget that scene in the film “The Mummy” when the terracotta soldiers, asleep for thousands of years, suddenly awoke? Travelers could marvel at the terracotta figures that are come as huge as 6 feet tall. These figures are part of expensive funerary art for emperors.
5. West Lake in Hangzhou. This location has served as an imperial retreat for centuries because of its natural marvel, the West Lake. Just 5 feet deep, the lake is nestled on hilly peaks and offers tourists the amazing sights of strange peaks, tranquil forests and bubbly springs.

Make your China adventure complete with a visit to these choice locations!

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