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Combining artistic expression with technological innovation, the Oriental Pearl TV Tower is a towering example of Shanghai’s recent resurgence.

Enjoy the tropical atmosphere at Sanya’s favourite beach, complete with adventure tours, barbequed street food, upscale restaurants and mountain views.

This well-planned lakeside area is one of the city’s most popular leisure spots, offering outdoor activities as well as a diverse variety of shops and restaurants.

Set in an innovative I. M. Pei building, this museum has a small yet impressive collection of art and artifacts, including prehistoric pottery.

Found in Beijing’s hip artistic quarter, this cultural hub will delight lovers of many different kinds of art.

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

Journey up one of the tallest buildings in the world, a steel and concrete television tower that rises high above the clouds.

Admire this magnificent Buddhist statue of the mercy goddess Guan Yin, which towers above the South China Sea from a golden platform in the Nanshan temple complex.

From national celebrations to mass protests, Beijing’s main square has been the scene of many of China’s most important gatherings and is a must-see for any visitor.

Found in Beijing’s hip artistic quarter, this cultural hub will delight lovers of many different kinds of art.

Relaxing moments, cultural landmarks and historic sites are all on offer at downtown Guangzhou’s largest urban park.

Set in an innovative I. M. Pei building, this museum has a small yet impressive collection of art and artifacts, including prehistoric pottery.

Visit this serene spot to photograph the reflection of Hangzhou’s most famous bridge and walk to an island with museums, nature trails and restaurants. 

Journey up one of the tallest buildings in the world, a steel and concrete television tower that rises high above the clouds.

Found in Beijing’s hip artistic quarter, this cultural hub will delight lovers of many different kinds of art.

The staggering complex that hosted the 2008 Olympic Games has now been transformed into a top-class tourist attraction.

Admire this magnificent Buddhist statue of the mercy goddess Guan Yin, which towers above the South China Sea from a golden platform in the Nanshan temple complex.

Discover modern architecture and enormous shopping centres amid old temples and beautiful parks in the ancient city of Guangzhou.

Shop ‘til you drop on one of Beijing’s best-loved shopping strips, where you’ll find everything from designer labels to cheap souvenirs.

Admire this magnificent Buddhist statue of the mercy goddess Guan Yin, which towers above the South China Sea from a golden platform in the Nanshan temple complex.

Admire this magnificent Buddhist statue of the mercy goddess Guan Yin, which towers above the South China Sea from a golden platform in the Nanshan temple complex.

The staggering complex that hosted the 2008 Olympic Games has now been transformed into a top-class tourist attraction.

The staggering complex that hosted the 2008 Olympic Games has now been transformed into a top-class tourist attraction.

Relaxing moments, cultural landmarks and historic sites are all on offer at downtown Guangzhou’s largest urban park.