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China (中国; Zhōngguó), officially known as the People's Republic of China (中华人民共和国 Zhōnghuá Rénmín Gònghéguó) is a huge country in Eastern Asia (about the same size as the United States of America) with the world's largest population. With coasts on the East China Sea, Korea Bay, Yellow Sea, and South China Sea, in total it borders 14 nations. It borders Afghanistan, Pakistan (through the disputed territory of Kashmir), India, Nepal, Bhutan, Myanmar, Laos and Vietnam to the south; Tajikistan, Kazakhstan and Kyrgyzstan to the west; Russia and Mongolia to the north and North Korea to the east. This number of neighbouring states is equalled only by China's vast neighbour to the north, Russia.

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Top 3 Mountains of China

March 3, 2013By adminComments:

Huangshan

Huangshan mountain range lies to the south of Anhui province of eastern China. This area is very much popular for its sunset, secenery, peculiarly-shaped peaks of granite, view of clouds and Huangshan Pine trees. Mount Huang is the frequent subject of traditional Chinese literature and painting. It is one of the major tourist attraction as well as UNESCO World Heritage site.

Yellow Mountain or Mt. Huangshan is the most famous mountain among all mountains in China. It was originally known as the Mt. Yishan and renamed as Mt. Huangshan in the year 747 AD on the name of legendary Huang Di who was a reputed ancestor of the Chinese people. It is one of the greatest symbols of china and has magnificent and abundant resources. Due to the presence of great variety of zoological species it is listed in Cultural Heritage and world natural Site.

Huangshan Mountain

Emei Mountain

Mt. Emei is situated in the Sichuan Province of Southwest China and a well not summer destination in China. It has pleasant weather, inspiring natural scenery, congenial atmosphere as well as influence of culture of Buddhist. This mountain is also characterized by the lofty ancient trees, pristine brooks, impressive waterfalls and several Buddhist temples.

This mountain is also noted for its considerable weather differences between numerous spots on the mountain. Its foot and peak has the difference of about 14 degree centigrade. It has cool pleasant in the higher and blistering at the foot. The average temperature in the month of July and August which is the hottest period of China is about 12 degree centigrade.

Emei Mountain

Taishan Mountain

Located in the north of Tai’an city towards the East China in the Shangdong Province, Mount Tai, is a mountain of cultural and historical significance. The meaning of the word ’tai’ is stability and peace in Chinese. It means that if this mountain is stable then the entire country will also be stable. Mount Tai has been crowned as the Jade Emperor Peak and it is belived that the jade Emperor is most powerful god of Heaven according to the Chinese mythology.

It is situated at an altitude of about 1,500 meters and leader of five sacred mountains. It is said that 72 emperors of various dynasties have made pilgrimage to this mountain. Many literary scholars and poets also have visited this hill. This hill has also played an important role for the development of Taoism and Buddhism.

Taishan Mountain

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Top 5 parks in china

March 3, 2013By adminComments:

You can find a lot of famous parks in China. They are well managed and designed for having great fun and playing. They have fairylands for the children, fairy tale castle and animal kingdom having cartoon characters. It is best for the young people who would like to experience the excitement and thrill amusement ride. For the senior people there is folk custom.

Hong Kong Disneyland Park

It is the newest Disneyland at present in the world and one of the two large theme parks of Hong Kong. It is the first theme park which is based on the Disneyland of California including the Sleeping Princess Castle. There are total four theme areas in Hong Kong Disneyland Park i.e. the Main Street, Fantastic World, U.S.A Adventure World and the Tomorrow World. You can start your exciting adventure and fantastic journey at Hong Kong Disneyland Park.

Hong Kong Disneyland Park

Shenzhen happy Valley

It is a large modern theme park in China having total area of 350 thousand square kilometers. There are about nine theme sections in the Shenzhen Happy valley including Cartoon City, Spanish Plaza, Happy Time, Adventure Mountain, Hurricane Bay, Shangri-la-Forest, Maya Water park and Sunshine Coast. There are so many attractions that are unique in China and even in the continent which are imported from Holland, USA and Germany. This park is attracting various tourists to Shenzhen every year.

Shenzhen happy Valley

Beijing Happy Valley

This park is spread over 500 thousand square meters and offers you wonderful opportunity for experiencing ecological environment in the Fiord Forest, a crystal City in Atlantis, Mayan disaster in Lost Maya, and ancient Greek myths in Aegean Harbor. This amusement park is a paradise for children. Not only children, but parents and grandparents of children can also enjoy here.

Beijing Happy Valley

Shenzhen window of the world

This is another famous theme park in china. It represents the culture of the world. You can see a variety of reproductions of many famous sights of the world. There are also reproductions of greatest wonders, interesting places and historic heritage. Not to forget the spectacular folk song and dance performance at night.

Shenzhen window of the world

Chimelong Happy World

This is a large theme park in Guangzhou having first class equipments imported from Europe. The Vertical roller coaster present there is the best roller coaster of the world. The ten-looped roller coaster has gained a Guinness World Record. This park has total five theme sections, the screaming zone, the Habi Kingdon, the Rainbow Bay, Central Square and the water paradise.

Chimelong Happy World

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Top 5 beaches of China

March 3, 2013By adminComments:

With the pleasant and natural environment, wonderful sandy beach resource as well as the tourist attractions, you can spend your vacation in China and especially during the summer time. Following are some of the top beaches in China.

Sanya

Also known as the oriental Hawaii, it has the best coastal scenery of the Hainan Island. It is very much renowned for its three grand beach sites i.e. Yalong Bay, Dadonghai Beach and Sanya Bay. It is white sandy beach with pure sea water as well as soft waves ideal for swimming, strolling, and water skiing and diving. Mild weather, abundant cultural and natural resources have made Saya best tourist destination in China.

Sanya Beach

Qingdao

It borders yellow sea with beautiful landscape and pleasant weather. It is one of the important coastal tourist city in eastern China. It is build along the Qingdao, winding coastline have good beach resource. It is having gentle slope and mild wave and the No.1 bathing Beach is the best choice for spending the summer time. You can take sunbath, swim or relax by running or playing volleyball on the sand. Golden beach and Shilaoren Beach are nearby beaches to spend your time.

Qingdao Beach

Haikou

Haikou is a beautiful and tropic seaside city in the Hainan Island. It faces the South China Sea and has a history of over nine hundred years. It has coastline which stretch over 130 km and many beautiful off-shore bathing beaches having wide vision and gentle slope. Holiday beach has bright sunlight, pure sea water and Soft white sand which is the representative of most beaches of Haikou.

Haikou Beach

Beihai

Behai is located in the Guangxi Province and is the only coastal open city of the western China. It borders Beihai Sea and is surrounded by the sea on three sides. This city has the abundant marine resources and it is there for called a Silver Beach which features all the qualities of a good beach. It is ideal place for sea food tasting, relaxing and marine sports.

Beihai Beach

Dalian
It is situated on the south most point of the peninsular of Liaodong. It has beautiful cultural and natural scenery as well as pleasant weather. Dalian is one of the famous summer resorts of the northern China. Dalian is also an important port city of the Liaoning Province and has sufficient marine resources.

Dalian Beach

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Top 3 Chinese Ancient Towns

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Ancient towns of China can be considered as the special zones of china. It is something special which is lost in the big cities and only can be seen in the ancient towns as most of them are still in the original conditional as well as the tradition of China. They depict the ancient lifestyle, custom, festivals, aesthetics, social relations and rooted calanship. Some of the big cities like Shanghai, Hong Kong an Guangzhou represent the modern china but the towns like Zhouzhuang, Wuzhen and Fenghuang Ancient towns have remained the original tradition of China.

Zhouzhuang

Huangshan Mountains represent the splendid beauty of the grand mountains in China while the Zhouzhuang features the mellow waterside town. This town lies in Kunshan which is 38 Km southeast of the city of Suzhou in the province of Jiangsu. It is one of the site which was ch\osen for the APEC meeting. This town has history over nine hundred years. This place is also known as Oriental Venice and is surrounded by water. This town is full with the feminine beauty. People in this town plant willow at the age of their narrow corridors. The bridges present all are having distinct view and this town is full of little bridges, rural cottages and murmuring brooks.

Zhouzhuang

Wuzhen

This town has over one thousand years of history since its establishment in the year 872 AD. This city has never changed its name, address, life style or water system over 100 years. The traditional buildings are still preserved after so many years. This town has dense network of many rivers and people have build their houses along the river side and established the market close to the bridge. The rail, bride and gate across the streets are made up of stones. Wuzhen has more than hundred hectares of original buildings of late 19^th century and more than 120 ancient stone bridges having different shapes.

wuzhen

Fenghuang Ancient Town

Fenghuang Ancient Town or the Phoenix Ancient Town is famous for its culture and history. It has been also told as the most attractive towns of china by the famous Zelanian writer. This town is adjacent to the Dehang Village of Miao nationality, Fanjing Mountain of Guizhou Province and Mengdong River of Yongshun.

Fenghuang ancient Town

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Top 4 Destinations of China

March 2, 2013By adminComments:

Beijing

Beijing is the capital of the People’s Republic of China. It is the heart of the culture, politics and international intercourse of this nation. It is one of the fast moving and modern city and was part of the one of the six ancient capital cities of history of china. This city has the features of modern look of china as well as equally important from the historic point of view of china. It has been the capital for many dynasties as well. Some of the destination worth visit here are Temple of Heaven Forbidden City, Ming Tomb, Hutong Tiananmen Square, the Great wall, Beijing Capital Museum, Beihai Park, etc.

Beijing

Xian

Also known by the name Changan is one of the biggest cities in the north-west part of china. It has served as the capital of china for 13 dynasties and over one thousand years. It is well known for the historical values. Some of the important place of tourist attraction is Terra-cotta Army, Xian Great Mosque, Shaaxi Provincial museum, Banpo Museum, Forest of Stone Steles Museum, Big Goose Pagoda, City Wall, etc.

Bell Tower- Xi’an

Shanghai

Shanghai is the largest metropolitan city of china and situated at the central-eastern part. It faces the East China Sea and divided into the two sections namely Puxi and Pudong. Pudong is the new development zone at the east of the Huangpu River and Puxi is the old area on the western side of Huangpu River. It has two Airports that is Pudong International Airport and Shangai Honggiao Domestic airport. Shanghai Bund, Shanghai Xin Tian Di,, Jade Buddha Temple, Oriental Pearl TV Tower, Yuyan Garden, Shanghai Museum and Huangpu River are some of the attraction of this city.

shanghai

Guilin

Guilin is the beautiful city having natural beauties and lies on the bank of Li River. It has green hills, clean water, featuring rockeries, unique cave stones providing intriguing views. It is the in habitat of many ethnic minorities like Xhuang, Hui, Yao, Miao, Dong and Maonan adding a lot of color to the cultural life of this city. Few important sites of this city are The Reed Flute Cave, The Li River, Seven Star Park, Fubo Hill, Guilin Folded Brocade Hill and Longji Terraced field.

Guilin

Yangtze River

If you are looking for a romantic travel then Yangtze River cuises is must visit for you. This river crosses through many cities and mountains from west to east before blending into the East China Sea near the city of Shanghai. It is the third largest river having length of more than 6000 km after Nile and Amazon. You can also visit Chongqing City, Baoshizha, Fengdu, Wnxian, Lesser Three Gorges, Three Gorges dam, Wuhan City and Yichang City.

Yangtze River

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Top 4 ancient capital of China

March 2, 2013By adminComments:

Xi’an

Xi’an is situated in the Shaanxi and Henan province and is the cradle of the Chinese civilization. The ancestors of Chinese settled in the fertile valleys in 3^rd century BC here. The fertile soil has attracted the settlements of the first human and the difficulties in irrigation forced the people to work with close cooperation. As a result of this, it is one of the strongest and first states which are developed in this region. Xi’an is protected by the valleys of Wei River and Yellow river. The first emperor has unified the china for the first time from this place. Till the Tang Dynasty, it was the largest city of the world. This city was also linked with the Central Asia an Europe and hundreds of foreign traders lived in this city.

xian

Beijing

Beijing is the present capital city of the People’s Republic of China. It is the political, cultural, economic, international trade, educational and communication center. It is located in the northern china and very close to the port city, Tianjin and surrounded by the province Hebei. It also services as one of the most important transportation hub as well as the port of entry. This city has a long history and unparallel wealth of the discovery for delighting and intriguing the traveler. Travelers can also explore the modern exciting developments as well as the ancient past of china in this city.

Beijing

Nanjing

Nanjing lies on the south bank of the River Yangtze and the capital of the province of Jiangsu. It is one of the most delightful destinations in China. It is also famous as the capital city of six or ten dynasties in the ancient Chinese history and has brilliant cultural heritage. This city was previously known as the Yingtian Fu in the year 1356 when Emperor Taizu has conquered this city. Later on Zhu has named this city to Nanjiang.

Luoyang

It is located at the west of the Henan Province in the Central China at an important geographical location. It has Yellow river in the middle and is surrounded by the mountains and plains. Two passes, Hu Lao Pass and Han Gu Pass on the eastern and western side were the two important domestic transport junctions of ancient times. This city has been the capital of 13 dynasties from the Xia Dynasty to the Tang Dynasty. This city is also famous as the Poets capital as the poets and literates of ancient china used to gather here as well as left grand works. It is one of the important cultural and ancient cities.

Luoyang Bridge

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Top 4 gardens of China

March 2, 2013By adminComments:

The Humble Administrator’s Garden

This is an elegant classical garden situated on the waterside City of Suzhou in the Jiangsu Province of South China. It has unique design and ethereal beauty and has garnered many special honors. This is also listed as the World Cultural Heritage site and a Special Tourist Attraction of China. It is one of the most famous and classic gardens of china. It Garden was build during the Ming Dynasty in the year 1509. Initially it was a private garden of the government servant, Wang Xianchen. He used to plant trees and grow vegetables there. This garden is created with a temple and natural landscapes like small forests, rock formations and hills. It also has manmade pavilions, parlors and halls.

The Humble Administrator’s Garden

Lingering Garden

Lingering Garden is spread over an area of about 5.8 acres and outside Changmen Gate in Suzhou in the Jiangsu Province. It was originally a classical private garden. It is well known for the exquisite beauty of its various shape size and colors of the buildings and the magnificent halls. It is also recorded in the lost of world heritage site by UNESCO. In the Ming Dynasty, Xu Jiongging, an official from Taipu Temple build two gardens one on the east side and other on the west side. Eastern garden named as the Lingering Garden. It was later rebuild and expanded.

Lingering Garden

The summer palace

This garden is situated in the Haidian District to the northwest of the Beijing City and located at a distance of about 15 kilometers from the central Beijing. It is one of the larges and the most well preserved Royal Park of china. It influences the landscape and horticulture of china and has some famous cultural interests and natural views which are recognized as ‘The Museum of Royal Gardens’. It was built in the year 1750 during the Qing Dynasty as the luxury royal garden for the entertainment and resting. Later it became the residence of the royal members. It is ranked among the top in the UNESCO heritage sites.

summer palace

The Chengde Summer Resort

This resort is the largest imperial garden which was constructed in Qing Dynasty. It is spread over 5.64 million sq. meters and almost twice as big as Summer Palace in Beijing. The theme of this Resort is collecting the scene of the world in one garden and moving the best beauty of this place and it is represented in the garden which has the combination of the grace from South China as well as grandeur of the North China. It is divided into mountain zone, Lake Zone, plain zone and palace zone each having its own beauty.

Chengde Summer Resort

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4 Best Foodie Towns in China

March 2, 2013By adminComments:

Tasting the delicious Chinese local food while enjoying the fantastic scenery, so wonderful, right? You’ll feel a sense of happiness and fulfillment. Maybe someone may regard it as a dream, but it will come true here in China—Yeah, just start your tour to the foodie towns in China in this new year of 2013 right now, you’ll get great surprise and miracle here!

Lanzhou beef noodles

1. Lanzhou of Gansu Province, whose food is strongly influenced by the ethnic groups especially the Hui people , is a great foodie town in China, where the cuisine there are characterized by the roasting, steaming, and braising of beef and mutton and the tastes of salty, fresh, tart, and spicy are favored by the Hui people there. Baihe Tao, Jincheng Babao Melon Carving, Jincheng Baita and albino leeks with chicken and roasted pork are its famous and typical cuisines. Do remember to taste the Lanzhou beef noodles when traveling there as it is the most famous food. And the best and must-taste beef noodles in Lanzhou is at Wumule Penhui.

Guangdong dim sum

2.Guangzhou of Guangdong Province, where Cantonese Cuisine including the Chaozhou dishes and Dongjiang dishes is its representative cuisine, is famous for its dim sum for travelers from home and abroad. Typical dim sum include Shrimp Dumpling, Steamed Shaomai, Steamed Vermicelli Roll and so on. Traveling to Guangzhou, you can also have a taste its famous dishes Stewed Wild Dog Meat, Dragon Fighting against the Tiger, Roast Suckling Pig, and Taiye Chicken and, which are featuring few thick spicy dressings.

shaomai of Datong

3.Datong in Shanxi Province, as a famous foodie town in China, is famous for its jin cai which features the liberal use of vinegar, round breads and pastries and hundreds of varieties of noodles. And just go to the Phoenix Court to tastes it as the Jin cai there is the most the refined. When traveling there, you can also taste its other famous cuisines such as Guangling Dried Bean Curd, shao mai, Hot Pot, Buckwheat Flour Dough, yangsheng hulusi and Yellow Rice Cake, which are worthy your taste.

seafood of Qingdao

4. Qingdao of Shandong Province, one of China’s best seafood cities, is famous for the clams, fish, prawns, shrimp, shellfish, geoducks and sea weed as well as local foods from other areas. However, besides the seafood, the refreshing brew of Tsingtao is also the best and popular among the whole world. Just walk along the Yunxiao Road Gourmet Street, Minjiang Road Gourmet Street andMaidao Seafood Street to have taste these delicious snacks there, I’m sure you will have a full sense of satisfaction during your Qingdao tour!

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Daxu Ancient Town

March 1, 2013By adminComments:

Ancient Town is located at the east bank of the River Li, about 23 kilometers towards the southeast of Guilin City. It has the history of over 1000 years and this town was formed during the early period of Northern Song Dynasty. This town was known as the leader of the four renowned ancient towns of Guangxi province about 600 years ago.

Daxu Ancient Town

There are some fine examples of the long history of town which includes Gaozu Temple and the Hanhuang Temple built during Qing Dynasty, the assembly hall and the 2 kilometer long bluestone street which is lined with several well maintained buildings.

You cannot miss the Longevity Bridge while visiting this town. It was build in the Ming Dynasty and it is having a stone arch which is both simplistic and natural in its beauty. Having the Li River on its west side, it is one of the best places for appreciating the charming scenery of the river. Nearby Snail Hill and Millstone Hill are also places to visit across the bank.

The Seven Stars Tombs were discovered in the year 1990 adding to the element of mystery to this ancient town. The Seven tombs were arranged in the form of Big Dipper Constellation and the size of these tombs was designed according to the brightness of this star. This is the first kind of case in China. The Relationship between the Big Dipper constellation and the tomb is still a mystery. One thing is certain that the funeral objects which are excavated from the tombs are having great value.

Daxu Ancient Town

In addition to these, many scenes of the popular film ‘Sanjie liu’ were also shot on this location of the town. This area is very commonly seen in many films as well as TV serials. The local customs, food, traditional culture and entertainment will also leave a long lasting impression in your mind.

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Green Lotus Peak (Bilian Peak)

March 1, 2013By adminComments:

lotus flower. It is believed that Green Lotus Fairly lived in the heaven but often felt caged in and one day she met with Chang Er who was a Chinese fair liking on the moon and asked here for the help. Chang Er showed the sympathy for her and she turned the fairy into a piece of paper and took her out of heavenly palace to the Li River.

One day, when Nanji Xianweng which is the God of Longevity traveled here and on the discovery of the green lotus he palled to take it to the heavenly pool. The green Lotus becomes very upset as she had fallen in love with a carp of the river. So, she tuned into a stone hill which is now known as the Green Lotus Peak by the Nanji Xianweng. He also turned the carp into what it is called as Carp Shoal now days.

Green Lotus Hill

Green Lotus Peak or the Bilian Peak which was also known as Jian (mirror) Shan is situated on the west bank of Li River which is towards the southeast of Yangshuo Country. This peak is the landmark of the city and resembles with the budding lotus bloom in contrast to the other kind of peaks found in this area. There are many pavilions, moya or stone statues/characters carved on the cliffs and steles. One of the most famous and impressive Chinese character “dai” is written here in the cursive script. In Chinese, the words generation and area are pronounced as ‘dai’. Therefore the dai which is on the cliff has a dual meaning and refers to both beautiful scenic area as well as indicating the young generation. The worked is about 19.7 feet high and 9.7 feet wide and composed of eight Chinese characters i.e. yi dai shan he, shao nian nu li which means that the young generation should work very hard to maintain the beauty of that area and work hard and contribute to the country.

Green Lotus Hill

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