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First Time in China?Start With These Must-Visit Places
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items Planning your first trip to China? 🇨🇳✨ China can feel overwhelming at first, so start with these iconic destinations. From modern cities and ancient landmarks to breathtaking natural scenery, these places offer a great introduction to the diversity...
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The perfect starting point for first-time visitors.Â
Explore the Great Wall, Forbidden City, Tiananmen Square, and traditional hutongs while experiencing China's fascinating history and modern capital.
Explore the Great Wall, Forbidden City, Tiananmen Square, and traditional hutongs while experiencing China's fascinating history and modern capital.
Explore Beijing
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China's modern side in one incredible city. See the skyline from The Bund, explore YuÂ
Garden, wander through historic neighborhoods, and experience one of China's most international cities.
Garden, wander through historic neighborhoods, and experience one of China's most international cities.
Shanghai
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Meet the famous Terracotta Army. Xi'an is a great destination for history lovers.
Visit the Terracotta Warriors, explore the ancient city wall, and try the city's famous street food.
Visit the Terracotta Warriors, explore the ancient city wall, and try the city's famous street food.
Xi'an
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For dramatic mountain scenery. Famous for its towering sandstone peaks, Zhangjiajie is a fantastic choice if you love nature and photography.
The landscape is also said to have inspired the floating mountains in Avatar.
The landscape is also said to have inspired the floating mountains in Avatar.
Zhangjiajie
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A must for panda lovers. Visit the Chengdu Research Base of Giant Panda Breeding and enjoy Sichuan cuisine.Â
It's a relaxed introduction to southwestern China.
It's a relaxed introduction to southwestern China.
Chengdu
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A great introduction to southern China. Explore Cantonese culture, enjoy dim sum, visit Canton Tower, and discover the city's mix of traditional neighborhoods and modern architecture.
Guangzhou
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See China's futuristic side. Shenzhen is known for technology, modern architecture, shopping, and innovative attractions.
It's also a convenient gateway for exploring southern China.
It's also a convenient gateway for exploring southern China.
Shenzhen
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China's postcard-perfect countryside. Cruise along the Li River and admire the dramatic karst mountains around Yangshuo.
Perfect for travelers who prefer nature over big cities.
Perfect for travelers who prefer nature over big cities.
Xiangong mountain in Guilin Yangshuo
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The city that looks like a real-life sci-fi movie. Explore Hongya Cave, ride the city's famous metro through buildings, and try authentic Chongqing hotpot.
Chongqing
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A peaceful escape from China's mega-cities. Visit the beautiful West Lake, explore traditional gardens, and experience one of China's most scenic and relaxing destinations.
Hangzhou