6 places in China that must be visited in a lifetime

① The Forbidden City: Royal Splendor Through Time and Space

Address: Forbidden City, Beijing

Entering the Forbidden City feels like traveling back in time and space to ancient times. The vermilion palace walls are tall and majestic, stretching for miles like a sleeping giant dragon. The golden glazed tiles shine brilliantly in the sunlight, each piece telling the story of time. The palace architecture is magnificent, with three main halls – Taihe Hall, Zhonghe Hall, and Baohe Hall – solemnly located on the central axis, symbolizing the power and dignity of feudal dynasties. The throne carved with dragons in the Hall of Supreme Harmony, with golden dragons coiling around it, exudes nobility. The coffered ceiling above is even more exquisite, like the canopy of a heavenly palace. The palaces in the imperial harem have a unique charm, such as Kunning Palace and Changchun Palace, which were once the living places of imperial concubines. Every brick and tile retains their joys, sorrows, and sorrows. Every corner of the Forbidden City is filled with the atmosphere of history, and it is a treasure of ancient Chinese royal culture.

The ‘Golden Tourism Season’: Spring (April May) and Autumn (September October), when the weather is pleasant and avoid peak tourism periods.

② The Great Wall of China: The Winding and Resilience of the Giant Dragon

Address: Northern China

The Great Wall stretches for thousands of miles, like a giant dragon winding through the towering mountains. It stretches for thousands of miles from Shanhaiguan in the east to Jiayuguan in the west, crossing countless mountains and rivers. The walls of the Great Wall are tall and sturdy, made of huge bricks and stones, each carrying the blood and sweat of the laboring people. The lookout points and perforations on the city wall are distributed in an orderly manner. In ancient times, this was an important defense line against external enemies. The beacon towers are arranged in a staggered manner among the mountains. Once there is a military situation, the beacon lights up and quickly transmits signals like a relay baton. In the Badaling section of the Great Wall, visitors flock to climb the ancient city wall and feel its magnificence. The steep steps require both hands and feet to climb, but when you stand high and overlook, the mountains are all at your feet. The magnificence of the Great Wall is awe inspiring, and it is a symbol of the indomitable spirit of the Chinese nation.

Golden tourism season “: Autumn (September November), when the weather is cool, the autumn leaves are golden, and the scenery is particularly spectacular.

③ West Lake in Hangzhou: The Natural Scenery of the Pearl of Jiangnan

Address: West Lake, Hangzhou

West Lake in Hangzhou is like a pearl embedded in the land of Jiangnan. The lake is sparkling and clear as a mirror. Sudi and Baidi are like two green ribbons lying horizontally on the lake surface. In spring, the Su Causeway is adorned with peach blossoms and willows, with weeping willows leaning against them. Peach blossoms are in full bloom, with red and pink colors, complementing the lake water in a charming way. Baidi has a unique tranquility, and the beautiful scenery of the broken bridge and the remaining snow is well-known. Although winter snow is not common, that romantic legend will forever be passed down. San Tan Yin Yue, three stone towers stand on the lake surface. Under the moonlight, the shadows of the towers, moon, and lake light blend together, forming a stunning scene. There are many historical relics around West Lake, such as Leifeng Pagoda. Although it was later rebuilt, it still has the charm of the romantic love story between Xu Xian and Bai Niangzi. West Lake attracts countless tourists with its unique natural scenery and rich cultural connotations.

The ‘Golden Tourism Season’: Spring (March May) and Autumn (September November), when the climate is mild and flowers bloom most beautifully.

④ Jiuzhaigou Valley Scenic and Historic Interest Area, Sichuan: the palette of nature

Address: Jiuzhaigou Valley Scenic and Historic Interest Area, Sichuan

Jiuzhaigou Valley Scenic and Historic Interest Area, Sichuan, is a fairytale world. The water of Jiuzhaigou Valley Scenic and Historic Interest Area Valley is its soul. The colorful lake is like a palette overturned by God. The Five Flower Sea, under the sunshine, presents various colors such as green, blue, yellow, orange, etc. The transition of colors is so natural, as if it is painted by nature with the most delicate strokes. The Nuorilang Waterfall is majestic, pouring down from a high place with splashing water, like the Milky Way falling nine days, and the roar echoes in the valley. The forest in Jiuzhaigou Valley Scenic and Historic Interest Area Valley is also lush and luxuriant, with towering ancient trees. Walking on the plank road, you can breathe fresh air, surrounded by dense vegetation, and those lovely animals shuttle among them. Squirrels jump among the branches. This is a gift of nature and a fairyland on earth.

The ‘Golden Tourism Season’: Autumn (September to November), when the colors are most abundant, is the best time to appreciate the autumn scenery.

⑤ Mount Huangshan Mountain, Anhui Province: a fairyland of strange pines and sea of clouds

Address: Mount Huangshan,

Mount Huangshan, Anhui Province, is famous for its “four wonders” of strange pines, strange rocks, sea of clouds and hot springs. The Mount Huangshan pine has different postures. The welcoming pine looks like a hospitable host, extending its arms to welcome visitors from all directions. It stands on the cliff, but is still alive. The Black Tiger Pine is majestic, like a majestic black tiger. The strange stone is even more wonderful. When the monkey looks at the sea, the stone looks like a monkey squatting on the mountaintop, gazing at the sea of clouds, as if lost in thought. The flying stone, standing alone on the top of the mountain, is as stable as Mount Tai, which makes people marvel at the uncanny workmanship of nature. The sea of clouds is one of the wonders of Mount Huangshan Mountain. When the clouds rise, the mountain peaks appear in the sea of clouds, like a fairyland. The hot springs bring comfortable enjoyment to people. Mount Huangshan Mountain is an artistic masterpiece created by nature.

The ‘Golden Tourism Season’: Spring (April June) and Autumn (September November), when the weather is suitable and visibility is high.

⑥ Guilin, Guangxi: The most beautiful scenery in the world with its mountains and waters

Address: Guilin, Guangxi

Guilin, Guangxi, has the reputation of “Guilin’s scenery is the best in the world”. The water of the Li River is clear and green, as beautiful as jade. The river meanders and twists, with mountains on both sides in various shapes, some resembling camels, some resembling elderly people, and some resembling giant elephants. They stand quietly by the river, forming a natural ink painting. Riding a bamboo raft downstream, the river flows gently under the raft, and you can hear the murmuring sound of water. The Yangshuo Ten Mile Gallery is even more beautiful, with breathtaking views along the way. The karst caves in Guilin are also incredibly wonderful. Inside the Reed Flute Cave, there are a dazzling array of stalactites. Under the light, they are as dreamlike as a dream, some like fruits and some like characters. The beauty of Guilin’s landscape is so fresh and natural that it makes people linger and forget to leave.

The ‘Golden Tourism Season’: Spring (March May) and Autumn (September November), when the climate is pleasant and the scenery is the best.

This place is the most dazzling star on the land of China, attracting the attention of the world with their unique charm, carrying the history and culture of the Chinese nation, and is our eternal pride.

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