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China remains the third largest country in the world, housing over one billion people. For centuries, China ruled over all civilizations, outpacing the world in arts and sciences creating historical, architectural, artistic and gastronomic treasures that are still to be enjoyed today. The beautiful and magical scenery will lure you into feeling as if you are floating on top of the world or have been transported to the middle of an ancient Chinese painting or poem.

It's alive with history and vibrant cultures, ancient to modern like the Teracotta Warriors in Xi'an, the Forbidden City and Tian'anmen Square in Beijing, epic karst scenery at the edge of the world, and tropical gardens in the heart of furious urban cities.

Whilst China is one of the oldest civilisations, its future will undoubtedly shape the 21st century. China has recently opened its doors for the rest of the world to discover both the cultural and economic richness of this country. China delivers more than you could ever hope for and the warm-hearted people will welcome you every step of the way.

Read the full story - background and travel essentials

 
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Locations

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Your location guide to the places to visit:
South-West China

Central China


South-East China

 
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Treks

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Trekking though Songpan in South West China, in the midst of idyllic countryside, pristine forests, lakes & waterfalls

Experiencing the real 'Crouching Tiger Hidden Dragon' in the Yellow Mountains

 
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Where to Stay

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Our recommended digs in South-East China

From palatial luxury to budget hostel, where to stay in Beijing

Stay in the backpacker hangout of Einstein and Chaplin - Pujiang Hotel, Shanghai

 
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Food

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Snake meat and other delicacies on offer at the Yangshou market

Once "foods of the Emperor", now China's finest culinary export - Peking Duck

A history of tea - the world's most popular drink and synonymous with China

 
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Travel

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Our travel path through the region, maps and on the road adventures >>>>

 
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Nature

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Ancient landscape interrupted with a glass elevator in Wulingyuan National Park

 
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TV Shows

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Globe Trekker: South-West China

Globe Trekker: Central China

Globe Trekker: Beijing City Guide

Globe Trekker: South-East China

Bazaar: Hong Kong

 
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Beaches

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Enjoy the tropical high life in the island province of Hainan Dao

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Festivals

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Dancing, Shaolin Daredevils, and a belching procession at the Mazu Goddess of the Sea Festival

 

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Historic Sites

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Ancient dynasties and mysterious history at The Forbidden City

A Long Line of History - Walk the medieval dragon of The Great Wall

Communism, bloody uprisings at the 'eye of China' - Tian'anmen Square

An army of ghosts: The Terracotta Warriors of Xi'an

 
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Shopping

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A gruesome menagerie of live creatures for your supper at Qingping Market

The greatest shopping and city life experiences to be found in Bazaar: Hong Kong

Kitsch or culture? Uncover Chairman Mao Memorabilia in Chengdu

A rich display of foods and local artisan crafts at the vibrant markets of Cheng Du

Curios and collectibles at the Beijing's Panjiayuan Dirt Market

 
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Culture

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Work in the paddy fields and stay in the unusual round houses of the Hakka people

Intricate needlework: just a little prick of the art of Acupuncture

The beautiful Long Horn Miao Hill Tribe

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Nature

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Giant Panda porn in China Panda City

The people, politics and environmental effects of the Yangzi River Three Gorges Dam

 

 
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Travel Writers

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Sting for Your Supper by Amy Jurries
A brave woman's guide to eating a wriggly Chinese delicacy, live scorpions!

Braking for the border by Jonathan Litton
Jonathan bikes his way to the "Arctic Village", China's northernmost settlement overlooking the China-Russia-Mongolia tripoint.

Persistence Pays Off by Robert Flawith
The serene peace of the landscape of Man Ren Shan in Central China is interrupted by that universal blight - the beggar.

 
       
 
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Guide written by Lorna Musgrove, Melvyn Goh, Amy Jurries & Faye Welborn
   
 
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