Whenever Tet holiday vacation comes, it is a good time to travel. Everyone takes advantage of this time to start traveling around the country and world. China is also tourist national, there are urban cultural landscapes, blue sea beaches, ancient towns, and mountains and rivers like a fairyland.Do you want to go out with your backpack? Would you like to travel somewhere? Don’t worry, Topshare will introduce the top ten must-visit cities in China, which is worth your exploration and enjoyment.
1 Beijing - The Ancient Capital City
Forbidden City
Beijing Aerial photography 2019
Beijing, the capital of China, has a history of more than 850 years. It is the first choice for international travelers. It is a perfect combination of classic and modern. It is the best tourist destination for you to understand China.
You can stroll in the Forbidden City and feel the culture of the city; or you can stroll in the crossed alleys and immerse yourself in local daily life.
2 Shanghai - The City That Never Sleeps
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Shanghai Aerial photography
Shanghai is known as the magic capital, and its mysterious also makes it one of the most attractive cities. Shanghai's GDP ranks first in Chinese cities and second in Asian cities, second only to Tokyo, Japan. Shanghai is a world-renowned financial center and one of the largest metropolitan areas in the world in terms of population size and area.
3 Xi'an - The Civilization Center Of The Eastern
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Xi'an, China: City Walls & Goose Pagodas in 4K (Ultra HD)
If you want to experience the history of China over a thousand years ago, you can go to Beijing. However, if you want to learn more about the history of ancient China for five thousand years, Xi'an is your best tourist destination. Xi'an is one of the four ancient civilization capitals of China and the birthplace of Chinese civilization. The famous Silk Road starts here and extends from western China to the Mediterranean Sea.
With a history of more than 7000 years and an ancient capital of 1100, Xi'an has rich historical sites. You can feel the powerful power of the Qin Dynasty (221-207 BC) in the Terracotta Army. You can ride a bicycle along the ancient walls to overlook the city; climbing up the Giant Wild Goose Pagoda and enjoying the wonderful musical fountain is also a unique experience.
4 Guilin – Wonderland
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Guilin in 4K Mavic Pro Footage
Guilin is a quiet city in Guangxi, China. Its extraordinary natural scenery makes it one of the top ten tourist cities in China. The unique karst landform landscape has become a famous tourist resort with its four major characteristics: mountains, waters, caves and stones.
Guilin is surrounded by the picturesque Li River. The winding waterway from Guilin to Yangshuo is the most beautiful part. The peaks along the river form the largest karst landform in the world. Canoeing on the river, the lush bamboo forest on the river bank is like being in an endless landscape picture. After getting off in Yangshuo, it is highly recommended hiking or bike in the idyllic countryside.
5 Chengdu - Home Of Panda
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【4K】Chengdu Aerial photography
When you plan to travel to China, you need to add visiting the cute pandas on your to-do list. You will definitely not regret it. There are pandas in zoos in many cities, but the best place to visit pandas is Chengdu.
6 Hong Kong - Pearl Of The Orient
Hong Kong Disneyland
Hong Kong - Pearl Of The Orient
Hong Kong is a vibrant metropolis in Asia. It is known as one of the "Four Little Dragons in Asia" and has the title of "Pearl of The Orient". It is the third largest financial center in the world after New York and London.
The previous colonial context allowed different cultures to merge together, making Hong Kong a microcosm of the world, with a unique urban landscape. Under the night sky, colorful lights turned the city into a shining palace.
7 Tibet - Buddhist Mecca
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Tibet is a mysterious land located in southwestern China, with an altitude of more than 13,100 feet (4000 meters). It has a unique plateau landscape and a solemn religious atmosphere. As the hometown of Tibetan Buddhism, the trip to Tibet can be compared to a pilgrimage.
The Potala Palace is the birthplace of Tibetan Buddhism and is worship as a sacred place. In addition, with 79 mountain peaks and abundant plateau lakes in Tibet, it has attracted thousands of explorers. If you are eager to conquer, you can explore the highest Everest on the planet.
8 Guangzhou - A Vibrant World Trade Center
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Guangzhou: The Southern Gateway to China 4K Aerial Photography, China
Guangzhou is one of the most developed cities in China. As the main port of the ancient Maritime Silk Road, since the 3rd century AD, it has shown its economic influence as the country's south gate. The booming manufacturing industry and the steady growth of the trade market make it the premier city for international trade. Guangzhou is the permanent host of the Canton Fair, and Canton Fair is the largest trade fair in China.
In addition, this 2200-year-old city still retains many historical attractions, such as Chen Clan Ancestral Hall and Guangxiao Temple. The night flight on the Pearl River is an unforgettable experience. When the city's night sky is lit, the dazzling Guangdong Tower on the south bank of the Pearl River will definitely impress you.
9 Hangzhou - An Earthly Paradise
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Hangzhou, China In 4k | Aerial Footage Of This Beautiful City – China Travel
Suzhou and Hangzhou have been very charming cities since ancient times.There are many cultural and historic sites in Hangzhou, and there are a lot of natural and cultural landscapes in and around the West Lake.
The main representative unique cultures include West Lake Culture, Liangzhu Culture, Silk Culture, Tea Culture, and many stories and legends handed down as representatives of Hangzhou culture. Legend of the White Snake, which we love to watch since we were young, is inextricably linked to Hangzhou.
10 Sanya - Best Beach Resort
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Sanya On China’s Hainan Island
Sanya is located at the southernmost tip of Hainan Island. It is the southernmost tropical coastal tourist city in China and the Chinese coastal city. It is the city with the best air quality in China and the areas with the highest life expectancy in the country. Sanya is also known as "Oriental Hawaii". It ranks first among the four first-tier tourist cities in China and has the most beautiful coastal scenery.
