Place to visit: The Great Wall of China
From Beijing, it is just under an hour to visit some of the nicest parts of the Great Wall of China. Twisting and weaving its way over the hills and mountains of the countryside; it really is an incredible feat of engineering.
City: Beijing
As an ancient capital, Beijing has preserved many aspects of traditional Chinese culture very well: Beijing opera, kung fu, tea culture, paper cutting, Chinese calligraphy, sugar painting. If you are interested in these, you can experience them at their best in Beijing.
The Forbidden City, a.k.a. the Palace Museum, is home to the best collection of Chinese historical artifacts in the world. Collections span thousands of years of Chinese history and it's considered one of the best museums in the world.
City: Shanghai
The city rivals New York or Paris in terms of modernity, and boasts a blended culture of the East and the West. Shanghai is a tourist destination famous for historical landmarks as well as modern, ever-expanding skylines.
You will never get bored in this dynamic metropolis. Most tourists head straight to the Bund which is located alongside the riverbank and has an eclectic mix of colonial-era buildings. Often called ´the museum of buildings´, the Bund is a relic to the foreign imperial powers that once ruled the city.
City: Xi'an
Xi'an is the oldest of China's Four Great Ancient Capitals, It is often called the birthplace of Chinese civilization. Xi'an is characterized by and is proud of its ancient heritage, such as the world-renowned Terracotta Army
City: Lhasa
The capital of Tibet, Lhasa is a mesmerising city, with more than 3,000 hours of sunshine annually, Lhasa is also famed as "The City of Sunshine". The unique geography of Tibet attracts a lot of tourists to come and explore its stark serenity.
The Potala Palace is the primary site of interest and the incredible building looks absolutely amazing. Jokhang Palace is also memorable to visit and it is home to Tibet´s most prized possession – an ancient and delightful statue of the Buddha.
City: Guilin
Guilin is reputed as being one of the world's most beautiful places with its karst landscapes, clean rivers, idyllic countryside, majestic rice terraces, and ethnic minorities. I
f you venture into the heart of breathtaking Yangshuo, you will find caves and grottoes hidden amidst the undergrowth. An incredibly beautiful city, many visitors to Guilin head to the Moon and Sun Pagoda for the lovely view
City: Kunming
Its beautiful natural scenery and colorful ethnic culture make Kunming one of the top tourist destinations in China.
Located in the south of the country, ´The City of Eternal Spring´ as it is known is a great place from which to set off and explore the delights of the beautiful Yunnan Province.
In Kunming itself the spectacular Yuantong Temple dates back to the eight century and is definitely worth a visit for the impressive stone carvings that can be found scattered around its premises. Tanhua Temple is becoming increasingly popular due to the lovely scenery it offers up.
City: Harbin
'The Ice City of China' is a popular winter destination. Harbin is famous for its frozen winters, ice and snow sculptures, ski resorts, and exotic architecture.
Every year from late December to February, the Harbin International Ice and Snow Festival turn many parts of the city into a wonderland of snow.
City: Dali
Dali's peaceful vibe and stunning views will help you forget your worries and troubles.
The profound Nanzhao-Kingdom and Bai culture make Dali interesting to explore. Cangshan Mountain and Erhai Lake are the two most famous attractions in Dali.
City: Macau
As the Portuguese ruled it for four centuries, Macau exhibits a fascinating mix of Chinese and Portuguese customs and cuisines. Macau is a major gambling destination that is home to luxury resorts, glitzy casinos, and world-class entertainment.
The city is set on the South China Sea, not far from Hong Kong and Shenzhen, and is known as the ‘Vegas of China’.