Explore China
From the imperial north to the karst south — a continent's worth of landscapes, cultures, and millennia of history.
Dali Ancient City
2026 Asia 100 - Night Attractions
Old Town of Lijiang
2026 Asia 100 - Night Attractions
Ganden Sumtseling Monastery
Erhai Lake
No. 1 of Cool Water Escapes in Yunnan
The Chongsheng Temple And The Three-Pagoda Culture Tourist Area
No. 17 of Best Things to Do in Yunnan
Heshun Ancient Town
No. 5 of Night Attractions in Yunnan
Lugu Lake Scenic Area
No. 3 of Night Attractions in Yunnan
Potatso National Park
No. 10 of Best Things to Do in Yunnan
Cangshan Mountain
No. 6 of Cool Water Escapes in Yunnan
Shangri-La Tiger Leaping Gorge
No. 8 of Best Things to Do in Yunnan
Wild Elephant Valley
2026 Global 100 - Family-friendly Attractions
Xishuangbanna Tropical Botanical Garden
2026 Global 100 - Family-friendly Attractions
A Country of Infinite Diversity
China is the fourth-largest country in the world by area, spanning five time zones and every conceivable climate — from the Gobi Desert to the tropical coast of Hainan, from the Tibetan Plateau to the rice paddies of the Yangtze Delta.
The destinations listed here represent the most accessible and rewarding for international first-time and repeat visitors. Each has been curated for its balance of historical significance, natural beauty, and practical logistics.