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One of the world's earliest great civilisations, China is a nation on the rise. The world's fastest growing major economy, with the world’s largest population, has seen the influx of so many investments, and its urban and tourist infrastructure is constantly evolving. Today, its main cities are emerging as cosmopolitan global centres, with modern marvels of architecture and engineering. And yet this country also has countless remnants of thousands of years of glorious history. China has over 35 UNESCO World Heritage sites, including the Great Wall and the Forbidden City in Beijing, aside from diverse cultures, cuisine and scenery in its mega-cities and in the countryside. Truly, a must-visit for anyone who considers himself a world traveller.
The political, educational and cultural capital of The People's Republic of China, Beijing (also known as Peking) has been the seat of power in China since the days of Kublai Khan. The 2nd largest city in China, Beijing is renowned for its opulent palaces, temples, and huge stone walls and gates. Its art treasures and universities have long made the city a centre of culture and art in China.
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This thrilling city with its endless shopping and towering skyscrapers is a striking mix of old and new, a study of contrasts that always surprises: ramshackle buildings beside ultramodern highrises, rickety trams above the state-of-the-art subway, etc. With its fascinating brew of Asian and Western cultures, neon signs galore, dim sum, and amazing temples - it’s a place you'll never get tired of.
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You won’t go to China for beaches, but you'll find them - spectacular ones - in the shoreside city of Sanya. Its dazzling white sand shoreline, bright blue surf and colourful underwater world make Sanya a popular dive site.
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Post-Mao era Shanghai is light years away from its restrained past. Today's Shanghai is a bustling metropolis with a revitalised port and a sizzling art/shopping/restaurant scene that rivals even the most cosmopolitan Western cities. Attractions - “The Bund,” Shanghai’s colonial-era street, which forms the city’s waterfront, and the “French Concession,” a goldmine of art deco architecture. - The beautiful Yu Gardens, in the Old City, a classic example of Ming garden design. - Authentic Chinese souvenirs at the Old City God’s Temple Market. - The dazzling performances of an authentic Chinese Acrobatic Show.
The "Diamond of the Bohai Gulf," Tianjin is China's largest northern seaport, a dazzling blend of downtown sophistication and ancient history.
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Xiamen, also known as Amoy, is a seaside village turned international port city in the Fujian Province of China. Sure, it has the skyscrapers and the hustle-and-bustle of many larger Chinese cities, but it's also known as China's cleanest and most relaxed city. With its charming old quarter, scenic countryside, tree-lined beaches and vehicle-free getaway island, Xiamen offers a pleasant respite with all the modern amenities.