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The Great Wall of China photo by Roman Harak

20 Best Tourists Attractions China

There are plenty of amazing tourist attractions in China. From ancient cities to forests to temples to rice fields .They  look like they鈥檝e been designed by artists to sacred mountains and stunning waterfalls. This desire to explore off the beaten path where Chinese tourists outnumber foreign tourists

China as a tourist destination offers limitless scope for exploration. This country is full of incredible experiences and sightseeing possibilities. Discover fascinating, unusual, and adventurous things to do with our list of 20 Best Tourists Attractions China.

1. Explore the Great Wall of China

The Great Wall of China photo by Roman Harak

The Great Wall is One of the iconic symbols of China. It is the longest wall in the world. This defensive architecture sprawls 5,000 km over steep mountains, providing unparalleled views of the countryside.

The Great wall has a winding path over rugged country and steep mountains take in some great scenery. It deserves its place among “the New Seven Wonders of the World” and the UNESCO World Heritage Sites in China.

2. Take a trip to Elephant Trunk Hill

 it’s landmark tourist destination. The Elephant Trunk Hill is kind of a symbol of an international tourist city, Guilin . That uses this and the osmanthus flower as a city emblem. 

There has been  much heavenly folklore hidden in this place and is definitely a beautiful way to explore the city. The water moon cave is just under the elephant trunk hill and is a must visit after sunset hours.

3. Visit the Summer Palace

Summer Palace, Beijing photo by Namiac

The Summer Palace (Y铆h茅 Yu谩n) has been   set  as a amid more than 700 acres of beautiful parkland. It’s one of China’s most visited attractions. The palace which  was built in 1153. It has a large lake which  has been added in the 14th century to enhance the Imperial Gardens.

Thee Summer Palace which was  once a playground for China鈥檚 imperial families who wanted to escape Beijing鈥檚 summer heat. That has been constructed in 1750. But the summer palace which was  was destroyed a hundred years later when the French and British had invaded Beijing.

Its restoration which  was not without controversy as the Empress Cixi embezzled funds from the Navy to build the Marble Boat, which really isn鈥檛 marble but wood painted to look like marble.

4. Take a trip to Potala Palace, Tibet

 This has been  China’s most recognizable historic structures which is the magnificent Potala Palace in the town of Lhasa, Tibet. It has been Constructed as a fortress  which was used as a residence for the Dalai Lama. The palace  which was used as a center of political and religious power for centuries. It’s  also contains many of the religion’s most important treasures.

The first of the two Potala Palaces, the Red Palace, which was  built in the 17th century. It’s  also contains the complex’s most important shrines. These can be  found in the Enthronement Hall, the walls of which are covered with murals depicting scenes from the lives of the Dalai Lamas and the Tibetan kings.

5. visit the The Bund in Shanghai

The Bund has been a waterfront area in central Shanghai. It has been  referred  to the buildings and wharves on this section of the road, as well as some adjacent areas.

The Bund is a symbol of Shanghai and the epitome of Shanghai’s history. To the west of the Bund, there are group of 52 buildings with various styles, Gothic, Baroque, Rome, Renaissance, Classic and the combination of Eastern and Western style. 

6. Take a trip to Three Pagodas

Three Pagodas photo by Alexander Savin

The three pagodas  which has been located about a mile northwest of the ancient city of Dali in southern China, The Three Pagodas are one of the best preserved Buddhist structures in China having endured several man-made and natural catastrophes.

The middle pagoda which had been built by king Quan Fengyou during  the 824-840 AD. Its has  69.6 meters (227 feet) high. And is one of the tallest pagodas in China. The other two pagodas  which were built about a century later.

7. Have an adventure at Cruising the Li River, Guilin

it’s popular with tourists from around the world wanting to see this natural splendor up close. The best way to enjoy the area is to take a cruise along the Li River.

The most popular stretch is from Guilin to Yangshuo. This is where the river meanders peacefully through some 80 kilometers of remarkable rock formations and caves . And has  romantic names such as the Mount of Unique Beauty, Elephant Trunk Hill, and Reed Flute Cave.

8. Take a trip to Forbidden City & the Imperial Palace, Beijing

 The palace has been  the China’s largest and most important building. The Forbidden City  also known as the Imperial Palace. It has been located  in the very heart of Beijing and is a must-see when visiting the country.

The palace which had  started during the Yuan Dynasty between 1271-1368, much of the complex seen today was built between 1406 and 1420.  

9.  Visit the Yellow Mountain in Anhui

Yellow Mountain Photo by Chi King

The Yellow Mountain has been located in the south of Anhui Province. It has been  known as Huangshan. The Mountain which  is famous for its scenery, sunsets, peculiarly shaped granite peaks, Huangshan Pine trees, and views of the clouds from above.

Yellow Mountain has been always a hot subject of traditional Chinese paintings and literature. Including the modern photography. And is  the most outstanding feature of Huangshan lies in its changing scenery, different from season to season.

10. Zhangjiajie National Forest Park, Hunan

Zhangjiajie National Forest Park which has been one of the few  known places to visit in China.  In addition to its has  many natural wonders, which can best to be explored as part of an organized tour.

The park boasts a number of new man-made attractions. The first  which built was the Bailong Elevator, aka the “Hundred Dragons Sky Lift.” Elevating groups of up to 50 people 326 meters skyward in under two minutes, it’s an impressive structure, and one that offers dramatic views all the way.

11. Discover the Terracotta Warriors in Xi鈥檃n

Qin Terracotta Warriors  photo by Gary Lee Todd,

 Terracotta Warriors which  had been discovered accidentally in 1974 . This was  occurred when a local farmer who was digging a well. The Terracotta Warriors has been  one of the most attractive attractions in China.

 Terracotta Army has a collection of terracotta sculptures depicting the armies of Qin Shi Huang, the first Emperor of China. Each sculpture has its individual unique faces, hair and armor styles according to their rank. It has been  listed by UNESCO in 1987 as one of the world cultural heritages.

12. Tour in the Temple of Heaven

The Temple of Heaven  which symbolize the relationship between heaven and earth. God鈥檚 world and human world which stands at the heart of Chinese cosmogony.

Emperors played a special role in the relationship. China has been  ruled by series of feudal dynasties for over two thousand years, the legitimacy of which was depicted through the temple鈥檚 design and layout.

13.  Wander around  the  Lijiang Old Town

Lijiang Old Town which is one of Yunnan Province鈥檚 top tourist magnets, drawing visitors who want to sample life in a minority area.

Kublai Khan  who was the first emperor to live in this 800-year-old town that is affiliated with the Naxi minority culture. Almost 350 bridges cross canals that meander through the city, which is a good place to see colorful Naxi architecture and residents wearing native costumes.

14. Hike in the  Tiger Leaping Gorge

Yunnan, China: Visitor platforms and stairs to Tiger leaping gorge photo by Unknown photographer 

Tiger Leaping Gorge has been located  on the Yangtze River in southwestern China. About 15 km (9 miles) in length, the canyon passes through a series of rapids surrounded by mountains on both sides that sharply rise 3,000 meters (10,000 feet) above the river.

The Tiger Leaping Gorge which is considered  to be the deepest canyon in the world . The hiking trail through the gorge is one of the most accessible and satisfying in China, with dramatic scenery.

The hike which is  not to be taken lightly though.  There are accommodations along the way which are in the  guesthouses.

15.  Have a hike at Mount Huang

Mount Huang which is  one of China鈥檚 major tourist destinations. It has been the  mountain range in eastern China  which is also known as Huangshan . The area which is  well known for its scenery, sunsets, peculiarly shaped granite peaks and views of the clouds from above.

. There are many peaks that  appear to float on clouds and have very fanciful names such as 18 Arhats Worshipping the South Sea, Lotus Flower Peak, Celestial Capital and Paint Brush. In ancient times  there were almost 60,000 stone steps  which were carved into the side of the mountain range. 

16.Tour in the  Victoria Harbour

Victoria Harbour is one of the deepest container ports in the world. The bay offers stunning views of the skyscrapers of Hong Kong island on one side, and the Tsim Sha Tsui shoreline on the other.

It is  one of the busiest harbors in the world with hundreds of ferries, junks and speedboats darting up and down the shore. Every night, there are many skyscrapers on both sides of Victoria Harbour who light up in a synchronized show. It is  known as one of the largest permanent light and sound festival in the world. One of the best ways to see the harbor is a trip on the Star Ferry.

17. Visit the  Hong Kong Disneyland

Hong Kong Disneyland Sleeping Beauty Castle photo by WiNG

Hong Kong Disneyland  which is dedicated to the young and the young at heart 鈥� with the hope that it will be a source of joy and inspiration, and an enduring symbol of the cooperation, friendship and understanding between the people of Hong Kong and the United States of America.鈥� Gather up your family and relive your childhood fantasies, meet your favorite Disney characters and enjoy the fun rides at Hong Kong Disneyland.

18. Explore the Yangtze River

Yangtze River  which is the third longest river in the world after the Nile in Africa and the Amazon in South America. The river is of historical, economical and cultural importance to the country. The cruise between Chongqing and Yichang is a big draw to tourists.

After the completion of the mammoth Three Gorges Dam, more and more modern and well-equipped luxury cruise ships run in the river, allowing the international travelers to learn about Chinese culture and enjoy the natural scenery in a more leisurely and comfortable way.

19. Take a trip to  Hanging Monastery

The Hanging Monastery has been  one of the most remarkable sights in China.  Th Monastery which has been  consist of a complex of 40 rooms linked together by mid-air corridors and walkways, this remarkable monastery appears to be glued to the side of a sheer precipice. The original monastery  has been built in the 5th century and has been repaired and extended many times during its long history.

20.  Wander around the Wudang Mountains

Taoist temple at the Wudang Mountains in China. Photo by gongfu king  

Wudang Mountains has been located in northwestern Hubei Province, area. The mountain is not only  scenic but also   the most sacred Taoist mountain range in China.

 Travelers tend to  find temple complexes. Including the palatial Nanyan Temple which was  considered the most spectacular of the 36 temples on Wudangshan. This  because it has been built of rock from the cliff behind it.