|
|
|
|
|
Information About China |
Capital: Beijing
Official Language: Mandarin
Currency: Chinese Yuan
China, situated in eastern Asia, is a wonderful country with picturesque scenery, centuries-old history, hospitable people and mysterious culture. The third largest country in the world, next to Canada and Russia, China begins from the confluence of the Heilong and Wusuli rivers in the east to the Pacific Ocean in the west. The border stretches over 22,000 kilometers on land and the coastline extends well over 18,000 kilometers, washed by the waters of the Bohai, the Huanghai, the East China and the South China seas. There are numerous islands that attract the tourists with their natural landscapes and lush greeneries. China is also the cultural center of East Asia, with world's oldest civilization comprising successive states and cultures with a background of more than 6,000 years. China is also famous for four great technical inventions namely paper, compass, gunpowder and printing. China is blessed with wide-ranging climatic conditions, boasts of diverse flora and fauna. Visiting China is a spellbinding experience amidst cultural, historical and natural wonders.
Major Cities of China
Beijing is the capital city of China. At present, China has 23 provinces, 5 autonomous regions, 4 municipalities under the direct jurisdiction of the Central Government, and two special administrative regions. Major cities of China are Shanghai, Chongqing, Tianjin Wuhan, Harbin, Shengyang, Guangzhou, Chengdu, Nanjing, Changchun, Xi'an and Dalian. Beijing is the country's commercial center and the storehouse of Chinese culture boasting of many superb historical legacies, such as the Tiananmen Gatetower, Tiananmen Square, the largest city square in the world; the former Imperial Palace and the Great Wall of China. Shanghai is one of China's largest cities on the estuary of the Chang Jiang (Yangtze) River. European-style architecture, traditional Chinese buildings and modern skyscrapers are all found in this city. The Yuyuan Gardens offers great sight seeing with intricate design, pavilions, rockeries, ponds and a complete traditional theater. Hangzhou is one of China's seven ancient capital cities. Known as 'Paradise on Earth', Hangzhou is famous for its excellent silk and tea products. Nanjing the former capital of China lies on the Yangtze River at the foot of Zijinshan (Purple Mountain). It attracts the tourists with its innumerable temples, tombs, parks, lakes, museums and monuments.
Tourist Attractions of China
The vast expanse of China is a land of innumerable tourist attractions that are really difficult to cover in a single tour. Visiting the magnificent Great Wall of China - one of the eight wonders in the world is an enchanting experience. Various dynasties in the early 14th and 17th centuries built separate walls to protect themselves from the nomadic tribes. These walls were joined together and came to be known as The Great Wall of China. Presently the wall extends from Shanhai Pass on the Bohai Sea in the east, Manchuria in the northeast and Lop Nur in the southeastern portion of Xinjiang Uygur Autonomous Region. It is a striking tourist's attraction for its architectural grandeur and historical significance. The Terra Cotta Warriors and Horses excavations in the east of Emperor Qin Shi Huang's Mausoleum, Lintong County, Shaanxi province are really exotic carrying out the rich history of China. The Banpo Museum located in the eastern outskirt of Xian City, Shaanxi Province are divided into separate halls exhibiting tools used by the Banpo people including axes, chisels, sickles, and stone and pottery knives. China's classic Silk Road in the western region draws tourists from various parts of the world for its historical significance. This transcontinental route linked the Roman Empire in the west with the imperial court of China in the early 200 AD. Ancient travelers left behind many historical records and invaluable relics along the routes. Forbidden City of Beijing with numerous buildings and Chinese architectural layout overwhelms the tourist with its mysterious palace complex. The capital of Shandong Province, Jinan also named as the 'City of Springs'; possesses ancient Buddhist relics, parks and lakes. Of particular interest is the Square Four Gate Pagoda, the oldest stone pagoda in China. Outside the city, Mount Taishan's 72 peaks is a beautiful park with ancient pine and cypress trees, spectacular waterfalls, and long mountain stairway known as the 'Ladder to Heaven'. Laoshan, east of Qingdao, is a beautiful mountain region with a famous monastery, the Taiqing Palace. In Qufu, close to Qingdao, the Mansion of Confucius and the enormous Temple of Confucius, with its many pavilions, display important historical records, art and cultural artifacts. From the treeless Mountain Tanggula of Upper Qinghai, the Yangtze River meanders through the country from west to east with some wonderful scenic beauties.
Accommodation in China
China is considered one of the safest countries in the world providing complete security to the tourists. Crime is very low throughout China, and the Chinese people are regarded to be friendly and hospitable. Beijing Capital International Airport located in northeast of Beijing, is the major international airport of China. Major airline of China are Air China, Eastern Airlines, Hainan Airlines, Southern Airlines, Southwest Airlines and Xiamen Airlines. Various luxurious buses offer wonderful tours to the various site seeings of china. Buses named as kongtiao (air-conditioned) gaosu (high-speed) haohua (luxury) buses, are used by various travel agencies to organize tours on multiple routes. There are numerous tourist lodges and hotels in the major cities of China including the capital city Beijing. The hotels provide comfortable accommodation with modern amenities. But they should be booked in advance.
For further details and information on China and its tourist destinations browse more pages of Allwonderscountries
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|