Trust me, if there are places worth visiting, CHINA is NO# 1 on this list, here are the some of the most beautiful places in this Country which you can pay a visit to.
1. Anhui: Hongcun Ancient Village
The 900-year-old village of Hongcun has long drawn in-the-know Chinese visitors, who love its tranquil vibe and distinctive architecture. Striking Huangshan mountain backdrop (see No. 2) doesn't hurt, either. Its classic structures, Moon Lake and picturesque locals have been an inspiration for art students for decades.
2. Anhui: Mount Huangshan
A UNESCO World Heritage Site set amidst “the loveliest mountains of China,” Mount Huangshan, aka Mount Yellow, is a once-in-a-lifetime trek for many Chinese. The 1,863-meter mountain is renowned for its oddly shaped pines, spectacular rock formations, hot springs and seas of misty and melancholy clouds.
A trip here provides a mountain of feeling. Admission fee: RMB 230 between March 1-November 30, RMB 150 between December 1-February 28,
3. Fujian: Mount Wuyi
A major landmark in southeast China and a UNESCO World Heritage Site, Mount Wuyi was the setting for the development and spread of neo-Confucianism, influential in East Asia since the 11th century. Bamboo raft drifting in the Nine Bend River (lower gorge) is a popular activity among visitors. The two-hour, eight-kilometer trips provide grand views of Mount Wuyi. It's the best way to take in the serene beauty of the smooth peaks and clear water.
Admission: RMB 140 for Mount Wuyi park, RMB 100 for bamboo raft drifting.
4. Fujian: Xiapu Mudflat
Yes, a humble mudflat is a favorite destination of Chinese photographers.
A small region along the southeast China coastline, Xiapu nevertheless has the largest mudflat in the country, encompassing 40 squarekilometers and more than 400 kilometers of coastline. Along its tiger-striped beaches, bamboo structures and poles, buoys and fishing vessels provide human counterpoints to the area's natural beauty.
Admission fee: Free
5. Gansu: Echoing Sand Mountain and Crescent Lake, Dunhuang
Nope, this isn't a mirage -- it’s a real scene found in the vast Gobi desert in northwest China. Echoing Sand Mountain is a series of dunes surrounding Crescent Lake. Named for its distinctive shape and auralcharacteristics, its echoes can be heard as the wind blows over the dunes. Visitors ride camels up the dunes, which rise to 250 meters. With gardens blooming on its banks, Crescent Lake offers a lovely visual counterpoint to all that sand. Admission: RMB 120 during peak season (May 1-October 31) and RMB 60 in low season.
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