China: attractions and places of interest

The Tien Shan highlands stretch for 2,500,000 km across 5 countries: China, Kyrgyzstan, Uzbekistan, Kazakhstan, Tajikistan. The mountain system is cut by ridges, basins, picturesque valleys, and lakes. The Chinese proudly call it “Heavenly Mountains” or “Divine Mountains”. It is of great interest to...

Baiyun Mountain is located a few miles north of Guangzhou, popularly called White Cloud Mountain. Its height is 427 meters, it is one of the most favorite places of Chinese residents and tourists from different countries. People come here to admire the scenery, put their thoughts in order and find i...

The water city of Zhujiajiao was once an independent city, but with the growth of Shanghai it has become a suburb. This is one of the most ancient cities in China, built on water. Historians say that the first settlements in these places existed 5 thousand years ago. Today it is a corner of peace an...

The Mountain Fort in Macau stands out from the rest of the city's attractions. Macau is primarily known to tourists as a city with a huge number of casinos, bars, restaurants and various exclusive and expensive vacation spots. But there are also historical places here that deserve special attention....

The peak of Mount Makalu, whose name translates as “Black Mountain,” is considered the fifth highest in the world. Due to its steep slopes and narrow ridges, it is recognized as the most difficult peak to conquer. Statistics show that less than 30% of expeditions achieve success. To date, 17 routes ...

Mount Kailash or is one of the mysteries of Western Tibet, which is located in remote and inaccessible places. According to history, not a single conqueror of the peaks managed to reach the final point; this is a sacred place for almost a fifth of the people on the globe. Pilgrims rush to the foot o...

The Hong Kong Science Museum occupies 4 floors, and tourists are attracted by such scale. According to local residents, the attraction is at the top of the list of tourists to visit. Travelers are interested in seeing exhibitions dedicated to the history or culture of China. Unconventional approach ...

The Hong Kong Planetarium is a planetarium and a museum under one dome. The construction of the domed building took three years. The opening of the attraction took place in October 1980. And for more than 40 years, this dome has been delighting its visitors, and it is considered one of the oldest mu...

The Hong Kong Museum of Art is considered one of the most famous places in Asia. This place was created for those who want to get acquainted not only with the cultural heritage of the Chinese people, but also visit a luxurious exhibition space. The attraction, which opened in 1962 and occupies 10 th...

The Hong Kong History Museum is located on the Kowloon Peninsula in the Tsim Sha Tsui district. Local residents recommend that guests of the city visit the exhibition halls and get acquainted with materials ranging from the Stone Age to the present. The museum's collections cover natural history, ar...