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Stroll beneath the willow trees and visit brightly colored pavilions overlooking gardens in this 17th-century parkland beneath the western face of Wahua Mountain.

Relax and appreciate the pretty surroundings of Chengdu’s enormous park. Join locals as they sip tea, sail on the lake and enjoy the vibrant flower garden.

Be dazzled by the gold-and-red heart of Asia, featuring rugged mountain landscapes, huge fast-paced cities and breathtaking monuments to ancient culture.

Relax local-style in this leafy urban park, where residents come to play cards in the shade, practice tai chi and enjoy the stunning city views from the hilltop pagoda.

This formerly restricted imperial palace complex is now a public museum that shows the splendor of the old China. It is one of Beijing’s most impressive sites.

Be dazzled by the gold-and-red heart of Asia, featuring rugged mountain landscapes, huge fast-paced cities and breathtaking monuments to ancient culture.

This idyllic public park was once the summer retreat of the Qing Dynasty. It houses the iconic Boat of Purity and Ease.

Relax local-style in this leafy urban park, where residents come to play cards in the shade, practice tai chi and enjoy the stunning city views from the hilltop pagoda.

Be dazzled by the gold-and-red heart of Asia, featuring rugged mountain landscapes, huge fast-paced cities and breathtaking monuments to ancient culture.

Marvel at the spectacular bonsai gardens, gaze up at the imposing pagodas and relax in the historic teahouses by the river.

Marvel at the spectacular bonsai gardens, gaze up at the imposing pagodas and relax in the historic teahouses by the river.

Be dazzled by the gold-and-red heart of Asia, featuring rugged mountain landscapes, huge fast-paced cities and breathtaking monuments to ancient culture.

Explore an intriguing waterfront rock formation with a fascinating legend and then hike up the hill for panoramic views of Guilin.

Relax in vast parks, appreciate artistic innovation and admire futuristic skyscrapers in this dynamic business district of Guangzhou.

Explore an intriguing waterfront rock formation with a fascinating legend and then hike up the hill for panoramic views of Guilin.

Challenge yourself to this cliff-edge trek and be rewarded with unforgettable views across terraced farmland, snowy peaks and the mighty Yangtze River.

Marvel at the spectacular bonsai gardens, gaze up at the imposing pagodas and relax in the historic teahouses by the river.

Marvel at the spectacular bonsai gardens, gaze up at the imposing pagodas and relax in the historic teahouses by the river.

Be dazzled by the gold-and-red heart of Asia, featuring rugged mountain landscapes, huge fast-paced cities and breathtaking monuments to ancient culture.

Marvel at the spectacular bonsai gardens, gaze up at the imposing pagodas and relax in the historic teahouses by the river.

Marvel at the spectacular bonsai gardens, gaze up at the imposing pagodas and relax in the historic teahouses by the river.

Experience the tranquility and serenity at this Buddhist monastery, which houses an impressive collection of statues and a traditional teahouse with a relaxed atmosphere.

Relax and appreciate the pretty surroundings of Chengdu’s enormous park. Join locals as they sip tea, sail on the lake and enjoy the vibrant flower garden.

Explore an intriguing waterfront rock formation with a fascinating legend and then hike up the hill for panoramic views of Guilin.