Things to do in BeijingBeijing, the hub of communist political rule in China reflects the nations historical changes. Rapid modernisation sits alongside communist style mo
Things to do in BeijingFrom being one of the world’s oldest civilizations to being the third largest country in the world-the People’s Republic of China is indeed a jewel in East Asia. The rich and diverse culture will take you places you never have imagined-from the eyes of every dynasty to the warm welcome of the modern Chinese people.Beijing, the country’s capital is China’s center of culture, politics and modernity. It houses the nation’s greatest treasures such as the Great Wall, the Forbidden City, the Ming tomb and the Temple of Heaven. Going North-West you will find what served to be the capital for China’s 13 dynasties, a large city called Xian. In Xian tourists will love the Tera-cotta Army, the Big Goose Pagoda, the City Wall and the Huaqing Hotspring. The largest city, located in the central eastern part of China is Shanghai, is where the Shanghai Jade Buddha Temple, the Shanghai Yuyuan Garden and the Shanghai Bund is situated.If one is looking for a different kind of adventure and scenery, Guilin is the place to visit in China. Guilin, located by the banks of Li River houses the most beautiful scenery, the clearest waters and most unique landforms which add more life to the already colorful culture of China. In Gulin, one must visit the Reed Flute Cave, the Elephant Trunk Hill, the Guilin Folded Brocade Hill, the Li River and many more. Lhasa Tibet and the Yangtze River are also great places of adventure in China.Surely, in such a large country, the possibilities are endless-the great food, the warm people and the longstanding traditions make China a must-visit.
Nathan Sudbury is a first time traveller and is currently on a 6 month round the world trip. He'll be posting his updates to TravMonkey as he travels. He's currentl
by Nathan Sudbury
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