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77 things to do in China

Shilin Stone Forest in Kunming
Wandering in the labyrinth of huge stone pillars, you'll reveal plenty of amusing natural sculptures, as well as caves, ponds, lakes, and waterfalls

Great Wall Marathon
Would anyone dare to argue this route is not the world's number one in its uniqueness?

Flower Blooming at Poyang Lake
Once you've visited this place in the blooming time, you'll realize this world could be pink enough even without wearing pink glasses

Pink Dolphin Watching
Pink dolphins are so popular that they have become a mascot of Hong Kong

Plum Blossoms
When the long, dreary winter days finally give way, don't miss the chance to see Beijing adorned with stunning pink plum blossoms

Peking Duck
Discover this Chinese north-eastern special dish, famous for its thin, crispy skin

Rice Harvest
As it goes in a famous Chinese saying 'If you want to have a happy life, eat rice every day'

Da Shuhua Molten Iron Fireworks
Witness this breathtaking alternative to a traditional firework show

Canola Fields in Luoping
It's a sin to miss such a giant golden carpet laid out in front of you!

Skiing and Snowboarding
China's ski resorts are unfairly underestimated by the outside world

Qingdao International Beer Festival
Discover a festival held in honour of the nectar of the gods!

Great Wall of China
As Chairman Mao said: 'Until you reach the Great Wall, you're no hero!'

Yulin Dog Meat Festival
While some locals claim it's part of their culture, millions protest against the cruel festival worldwide and some people even adopt rescued dogs

Miao Sisters' Meal Festival
Feel the warmth of hearts during this Asian Valentine's day

Dai Water Splashing Festival
Enjoy one of the most unusual ways to celebrate Buddha's birthday

Qingming Festival (Taqing Festival)
Immerse yourself into a strange combination of sadness and happiness

Shaolin Flying Monks Temple
Did you know that impossible became truely possible? Master the art of flying with Shaolin monks

Houtouwan
No one even noticed how this once prosperous fishermen's village turned into an eerie green abandoned place

Yelang Valley
Gaze into the forever open eyes of these giant rocky creatures!

Lantern Festival
Dragons, butterflies, flamingos, bears, and rabbits! You'll be amazed at the shapes these various lanterns can take!

Qiantang River Tidal Bore
World's biggest tidal wave may easily sweep you into the river, and viewing platforms don't always guarantee your safety

Saga Dawa Festival
One of the most important Buddhist festivals gathers pilgrims at the base of a sacred mountain

Climbing Kongur Tagh
The highest peak of the Pamirs and the Kunlun Range. Until the 20th century, this grand mountain was hidden among its similarly huge neighbours, and it was first conquered only in the 80s

Giant Pandas
Eat, play, sleep,—that's three core elements of the meaningful life for a panda

Panjin Red Beach
Autumn spreads a nice red carpet over 130 square kilometre beach in Panjin

Long Hair Village
Until recently Chinese "Rapunzels" didn't show their loose hair to anyone but to their husbands and children. Nowadays the rules are milder—married women may unveil their beauty in public

Zhangye Danxia National Geological Park (Rainbow Mountains)
China's geological wonder started forming tens of millions years ago

Leshan Giant Buddha
World's largest Buddha was erected at the junction of three mountain rivers in order to calm down turbulent waters and save local people's lives

Halloween at Hong Kong Disneyland
Have you ever seen a Haloween-styled Mickey Mouse? Have some scary fun at Disneyland in Hong Kong

Yellow River
Huge strangely-coloured river is believed to be the origin of Chinese Civilisation

Mass Swimming Pool
Thousands of people in China's largest swimming pool—it means the only private room you will surely have is within your rubber ring, but a cooldown and socialising is guaranteed

Huanglong Limestone Terraces
Fragile beauty of limestone pools is hidden high amidst forested mountains inhabited by rare wildlife

Longsheng (Longji) Rice Terraces
It took hundreds of years to construct a mountain of rice terraces which today reaches up to 900 m above sea level

Harbin International Ice and Snow Sculpture Festival
This is like a visit to the kingdom of Snow queen. Dive into this magical world of amazing sculptures made of ice and snow

1400-Year-Old Ginkgo Tree
This legendary tree that has seen everything seems to be older than life itself

Glass Plank Road at Tianmen Mountain
Would you dare to step on a glass road built high in the mountains?

Jiuzhaigou Valley National Park
Immerse yourself into Jiuzhai Valley—one of earth's wonderlands

Zhangjiajie National Forest Park
The mission to see the famous Avatar’s site alive turned out to be more than possible

Chinese New Year
The biggest holiday of the year will astonish you with colorful parades and delicious food

The Forbidden City
Visit the world's largest wooden building complex

Melting Snow at the Broken Bridge
Learn a touching and beautiful love story behind its name and appreciate the misty scenery of West Lake

Temple Fairs
Experience the traditional Spring Festival at temple fairs in Beijing

Tanghulu (Bingtanghulu)
The taste of Tanghulu and loud street cries of street vendors revive childhood memories in the minds of old Beijingers

Red Leaves Festival at Fragrant Hill
Vivid maple colors make the mountain seem on fire

Lotus Market
A summer escape for viewing lotus, eating Chinese foods, watching folk performances, and enjoying night clubs

Happy Ice and Snow Season at Bird's Nest
The Ice and Snow Season at Bird's Nest brings a winter wonderland to Beijing

Birdwatching
With its distinctive seasons, diverse terrains, and various plants, Beijing is home to different bird species

Summer Palace (Yíhé Yuán)
The largest existing imperial garden in China will take you back to the royal luxurious yet cosy life

Ginkgo Avenues Autumn Colors
Beijing is colored in a yellow palette by ginkgo trees in autumn

Outdoor Ice Skating
Lakes in Beijing turn into natural outdoor ice rinks in winter

Temple of Heaven
The largest ancient sacrificial complex in China

Frozen Waterfalls in Taoyuan Xiangu
Large humanmade waterfalls attract ice climbing fans every winter

Prince Gong's Mansion
Beijing's largest and best-preserved Qing Dynasty princely mansion

Playa Maya Water Park
The largest open-air water park in Eastern China can refresh you during the hot summer season

Hot Pot
This dish was born in the north where people fight the cold with a hot broth

Dumplings
This dish has been popular in China since time immemorial

Double Seventh Festival (Qixi)
The Chinese equivalent of Valentine's Day falls on the seventh day of the seventh lunar month

Double Ninth Festival (Chongyang)
The combination of the ninth day and the ninth month brings good luck, and the chrysanthemum is a symbol of that day

Longtaitou Festival, or Dragon-Head-Raising Festival
On that day people worship dragon hoping for good harvest and rains

Wintersweet in Bloom
The flower with a similar name and similar appearance to plum is not real plum

Sweet Osmanthus in Bloom
These fragrant flowers symbolize the flavor of autumn and are used in various food products

Outlying Islands
Get away from the urban crowds and explore the nature and culture of the Hong Kong secret islands

Huashan Plank Walk
One of the most dangerous and exciting hiking trails in China