Shanghai is one of China’s most famous and popular cities with travellers, reflective of China’s fast modernisation. It is multicultural, with residents from all over the world living there for work and its unique blend of modern and traditional cultures. Shanghai is a global financial hub and is the “showpiece” of China’s booming economy.<\/p>\r\n","image":"\/images\/mailpic\/shanghai.jpg"},{"id":14,"title":"Hangzhou","slug":"hangzhou","description":"
Hangzhou is the capital of Zhejiang Province and is an economic, political and cultural hub which is popular with travelers. Famed for its stunning landscapes, perhaps the best of which is the beautiful West Lake, Hangzhou also has many important historical sites and is one of the more laid back cities in China.<\/p>\r\n","image":"\/images\/mailpic\/hangzhou.jpg"},{"id":16,"title":"Jinan","slug":"jinan","description":"
Jinan, the capital of China’s Shandong province, boasts a rich history and a unique and individual culture. Known as the ‘City of Springs’ thanks to the more than seventy natural springs that bubble up throughout the district, Jinan has become a firm fixture on the schedules of many tourists, thanks not only to the glorious natural surroundings but also because of the warmth and beauty of the local people too.<\/p>\r\n\r\n
While the main springs and parks of Jinan can be done in a day trip from Beijing, the city has much more to offer the intrepid traveler who chooses to spend two or three days here. Stay longer and use it as a base for exploring the area, and you could visit Qufu, the home of Confucius, and Mount Tai, the most important of the five mountains that are considered sacred in Taoism.<\/p>\r\n","image":"\/images\/mailpic\/jinan.jpg"},{"id":15,"title":"Harbin","slug":"harbin","description":"
Harbin is the capital of Heilongjiang province and is the eighth most populous city in China. Renowned as the “Ice City,” Harbin hosts the famous Ice and Snow Festival, as well as being home to many crafts and traditional Chinese medicines. Its proximity to Russia brings a unique influence to the folk crafts in and around the city.<\/p>\r\n","image":"\/images\/mailpic\/harbin.jpg"},{"id":25,"title":"Suzhou","slug":"suzhou","description":"
Suzhou is famously known as the “Venice of the Orient” as it’s a city built across a series of waterways, ponds and streams. In fact, 42% of the city is covered by water, with many traditional bridges and exquisite gardens. As such, Suzhou is a perfect destination for natural beauty and a relaxed pace.<\/p>\r\n","image":"\/images\/mailpic\/suzhou.jpg"},{"id":30,"title":"Xuchang","slug":"xuchang","description":"
A rich and varied history and a strategic location for exploring the Henan Province makes Xuchang a wonderful choice of cities for a long or short visit. It is one of the most important cities involved in the unification of China, and the heart of the region’s porcelain, tobacco and floriculture industries.<\/p>\r\n","image":"\/images\/mailpic\/xuchang.jpg"},{"id":32,"title":"Zhengzhou","slug":"zhengzhou","description":"
As an important city and capital of Henan province, Zhengzhou has steeped in history and modern conveniences alike. Efforts of tree planting around the urban area have earned the city the moniker of the ‘Green City’, making this a refreshing place to visit and a great place to immerse yourself in Henan culture and history.<\/p>\r\n","image":"\/images\/mailpic\/zhengzhou.jpg"},{"id":31,"title":"Yichang","slug":"yichang","description":"
Yichang is found in the Western Hubei province of China and is the second largest city in the area after Wuhan. It is an ancient city that is well known for its abundant natural resources and historical sites. It is also a modern metropolis, attracting millions of visitors annually, many of whom arrive to see the Three Gorges Dam Project.<\/p>\r\n","image":"\/images\/mailpic\/yichang.jpg"},{"id":29,"title":"Xi'an","slug":"xian","description":"
Long ago, Xi'an marked the end point of the famous Silk Road, and as such is today a melting pot of religions and cultures. Although its heyday ended early in the 10th century, modern Xi'an still showcases some of the best relics from its ancient past, and is top of the list of the six ancient cities of China. From Ming era city walls to crowded markets in the Muslim Quarter, this is a place bustling with history, and yet boasts all the modern conveniences that will make your trip most pleasant.<\/p>\r\n","image":"\/images\/mailpic\/xi'an.jpg"},{"id":2,"title":"Hong Kong","slug":"hong-kong","description":"
Hong Kong is one of the world’s leading cities in banking, finance and trade. It’s also a cultural hotspot that attracts many foreign visitors due to the fact that the majority of its citizens speak Cantonese and English. A former British colony, it returned to China in 1997.<\/p>\r\n","image":"\/images\/mailpic\/hong kong.jpg"},{"id":4,"title":"Guilin","slug":"guilin","description":"
One of the picturesque regions in China, Guilin has long been famed as a sedate holiday destination filled with stunning landscapes. Over recent years though, the city has modernised, with a fantastic nightlife and plenty of local cuisine to sample.
\r\nFor those wanting to see classic Chinese landscapes and picture postcard scenery, Guilin is a strategic base from which to plan some day trips. From here, you can enjoy the glorious rice terraces at Longsheng, the meandering Li River made famous by the ¥20 note, and the popular tourist town of Yangshuo.<\/p>\r\n","image":"\/images\/mailpic\/guilin.jpg"},{"id":17,"title":"Kaifeng","slug":"kaifeng","description":"
Kaifeng may be one of China’s lesser-known cities, but it has a remarkable history with many important relics and historic sites. This has led to it becoming increasingly popular with tourists, and to begin to develop a more visitor-friendly outlook. Kaifeng is known as the ‘Northern Water Town’ and is home to colorful folk arts and opera, painting and calligraphy.<\/p>\r\n","image":"\/images\/mailpic\/kaifeng.jpg"},{"id":23,"title":"Sanya","slug":"sanya","description":"
Sanya is a popular tourist destination in southeast China, known for its tropical climate. It is the training site of the national Chinese beach volleyball team and is a favorite destination spot of many retirees from northeast China, leading to its nickname, “China’s Florida.” This is a perfect part of China to visit if you’re looking for a relaxing, chilled-out beach holiday.<\/p>\r\n","image":"\/images\/mailpic\/sanya.jpg"},{"id":18,"title":"Lhasa","slug":"lhasa","description":"
Lhasa is one of the most well-known locations in China and is the capital of the Tibet Autonomous Region. It is one of the highest cities in the world and contains many significant Tibetan Buddhists sites. Lhasa is undoubtedly one of the best locations to visit if you are interested in the history of the Tibetan religion and culture.<\/p>\r\n","image":"\/images\/mailpic\/lhasa.jpg"},{"id":8,"title":"Anyang","slug":"anyang","description":"
One of China’s eight ancient cities, Anyang lets visitors step back in time. With more than 25,000 years of history at fingertips, Anyang is the perfect stop to soak up the rich culture and heritage of ancient China. From bones to burial sites, characters to canyons, Anyang is a popular and amazing city and worthwhile addition to your China itinerary.<\/p>\r\n","image":"\/images\/mailpic\/anyang.jpg"},{"id":21,"title":"Nanjing","slug":"nanjing","description":"
Nanjing truly is one of the wonders of China. This beautiful walled city is famous for the Confucius Temple and many important storehouses of Chinese historical treasures. It is also quickly modernizing, with skyscrapers, shopping malls, and nightlife aplenty. It is a wonderful mix of old and new and a worthwhile destination for all traveler to China.<\/p>\r\n","image":"\/images\/mailpic\/nanjing.jpg"},{"id":22,"title":"Qingdao","slug":"qingdao","description":"
Fresh air, gorgeous beaches and a more moderate climate than some parts of China have made Qingdao one of the most sought after living destinations for expats and Chinese alike. It’s close proximity to both Beijing and Shanghai as well as its chic seaside beauty puts this vibrant, colorful city high on the list of hot destinations for tourist from all over the world.<\/p>\r\n","image":"\/images\/mailpic\/qingdao.jpg"},{"id":9,"title":"Changsha","slug":"changsha","description":"
Changsha is one of the least well known major cities of China which is a truly up and coming destination love of explorers. Less touristy and decidedly less westernised, there’s an air of authenticity that is hard to find in other cities of China.<\/p>\r\n","image":"\/images\/mailpic\/changsha.jpg"},{"id":19,"title":"Luoyang","slug":"luoyang","description":"
Luoyang is well known as the cradle of Chinese civilisation. Once the capital of 13 ancient dynasties, it has many popular historical attractions, including the world heritage site Longmen Grotto. You can also visit the famous Shaolin Temple, a popular destination for travellers from all over the world.<\/p>\r\n","image":"\/images\/mailpic\/luoyang.jpg"},{"id":24,"title":"Shenyang","slug":"shenyang","description":"
Shenyang is northeast China’s largest city with over 2,000 years of history represented by the Shenyang Imperial Palace. It is surrounded by impressive natural landscapes including the famous Strange Slope where walkers, cyclists, and car drivers seem to experience a reversal of gravity as they climb the hill. It has also modernized in recent years, making it a fantastic city for nightlife and dining.<\/p>\r\n","image":"\/images\/mailpic\/shenyang.jpg"},{"id":27,"title":"Tianjin","slug":"tianjin","description":"
Tianjin is an unusual city in China. Despite its long Chinese history, it but was once a treaty port shared by nine countries: Italy, Germany, France, Great Britain, Russia, Austria, Japan, and Belgium. These circumstances have resulted in a city with a truly international flavor, with European-style buildings and mansions rubbing shoulders with historical, traditional Chinese buildings. It is a financial and industrial hub for the area, offering all you’ll need for an exciting, unique visit.<\/p>\r\n","image":"\/images\/mailpic\/tianjin.jpg"},{"id":10,"title":"Chengdu","slug":"chengdu","description":"
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One of the three most populous cities in Western China, Chengdu is home of the country's national treasure, the Giant Panda. It is also a thriving cultural hotspot that mixes rich history, literature and fine art with scientific innovation and technology.<\/p>\r\n\r\n
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With a population of 28 million, Chongqing is one of the four independent municipalities in China and an economic hotspot for all western parts of China. It’s the jumping off point for cruises along the Yangtze River, and for visiting renowned historical and cultural sites around the area. You may be headed elsewhere, but this vibrant city deserves a good couple of days of your time too, with plenty of attractions and world-class accommodation facilities to make your stay more delightfully.<\/p>\r\n\r\n
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Wuhan is the most populous city in central China and has a rich historical and cultural background as well as many tourist attractions. It is a thriving modern city and a place of contrasts, with architecture ranging from traditional Chinese to European influenced early-20th century as well as plenty of contemporary architecture.<\/p>\r\n","image":"\/images\/mailpic\/wuhan.jpg"},{"id":12,"title":"Dongguan","slug":"dongguan","description":"
Dongguan is an industrial city in China which is well-known for its historical relics and beautiful natural landscapes. It was awarded “The National Excellence in Tourism” and is well worth a visit if you’d like to experience a different side of China.<\/p>\r\n","image":"\/images\/mailpic\/dongguan.jpg"},{"id":13,"title":"Guangzhou","slug":"guangzhou","description":"
Guangzhou is a dynamic, bustling metropolis and the third largest city in China. It’s also renowned as a popular tourist hotspot with numerous attractions and fantastic shopping and nightlife. As one of the first Chinese cities to be ‘opened up’ to visitors, there’s plenty of cultures, from the ancient era as well as from modern times, making Guangzhou a must-visit destination.<\/p>\r\n","image":"\/images\/mailpic\/guangzhou.jpg"},{"id":20,"title":"Macau","slug":"macau","description":"
Macau on the southeast coast of China is an unusual blend of Chinese culture and Portuguese architecture. One of the most densely populated cities in the world, Macau is China’s casino city, generating more income from gambling than anywhere else in the world, and seven times more than the strip in Vegas. It’s a city of color, a city of blended cultures and a fascinating place to visit on your next trip to China.<\/p>\r\n","image":"\/images\/mailpic\/macau.jpg"},{"id":1,"title":"Beijing","slug":"beijing","description":"
As the second largest city in the most populous country in the world, you can expect great things from Beijing. The nations political and cultural centre, this is where the wonders of ancient China meet the modern marvels of this great nation. From the Great Wall to the Forbidden City, Beijing is a must see for any visitor to China.<\/p>\r\n","image":"\/images\/mailpic\/beijing.jpg"}]