China

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Capital: Beijing
National Language: Standard Chinese
Population: 1,357,380,000
Currency: (CNY)


TOP TOURIST ATTRACTIONS

1. The Great Wall of China
The Great Wall of China - a series of fortifications made of stone, brick, tamped earth, wood, and other materials
Flickr/Jeremy Rover
The Great Wall of China is the center of tourist attraction of the country. Tourist all over the world wouldn't miss such amazing place like the Great Wall. It is one of the greatest wonders of the world. And it was listed in UNESCO World Heritage Site. It was built to protect the chinese states against the invasions of an enemy. 


2. The Terracotta Army
The Terracotta Army - Terracotta Warriors and Horses
Flickr/Nathan Hughes Hamilton
The Terracotta Army is a collection of terracotta sculptures depicting the armies of Qin Shi Huang, the first emperor of China. It is laid underground for more than 2000 years and it was uncovered by some farmers by digging in 1974. It become one of the popular tourist attraction in China. The Terracotta Army contains 8000 soldiers, 130 chariots with 520 horses and 150 cavalry. And it was listed in UNESCO World Heritage Site.


3. Potala Palace
Potala Palace - Palace in Lhasa, China
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Declared a UNESCO World Cultural Heritage Site in 1994, the Potala Palace is a symbol of Tibet. It was a chief residence of the Dalai Lama and was named after Mount Potalaka, the mythical abode of the bodhisattva Avalokitesvara. Potala is now a museum and situated in Lhasa.


4. The Forbidden City
The Forbidden City - Palace in Beijing, China
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The Forbidden City is a world's largest palace located in the center of Beijing. It was a Chinese imperial palace from the Ming dynasty to the end of the Qing dynasty. Today, it is recognized as one of the five most important palaces in the world and is listed by UNESCO as World Heritage Site.


5. The Li River
The Li River in Guilin — Watery Wonder
Flickr/Andy Siitonen
Li River is a popular photography destination in China. Because of its landscape and natural beauty, artist all over the world are inspired by it. Located in Guangxi China, it flows 83 kilometres from Guilin to Yangshuo, where the karst mountains and river sights highlight the famous Li River cruise.


6. Yellow Mountains
The Yellow Mountains or Mount Huang
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Mt. Huangshan (Yellow Mountain) is the loveliest mountain located in southern Anhui province in eastern China. The mountain is very well known for its scenic beauties such as sunsets, sunrise, hot springs, twisted pine trees, winter snow and views of the clouds from above. Listed in UNESCO Heritage Site and one of major tourist destinations in China.


7. Leshan Giant Buddha
Leshan Giant Buddha - Sculpture
Flickr/Bernt Rostad
Listed in UNESCO, Leshan Giant Buddha is a gigantic Buddha statue carved out of a cliff face in Sichuan, western China. It stands about 71 meters high and has three meter long fingers on each of its resting hands. 


8. Victoria Harbour
Victoria Harbour - Body Of Water
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Victoria Harbour is a major tourist attraction in HongKong because of its spectacular views. Lying in the middle of the territory's dense urban region, the harbour is the site of annual fireworks displays and some popular gathering or events for tourist and residents.


9. The Bund, Shanghai
The Bund, Shanghai - International Architecture
Flickr/SF Brit
The Bund or Waitan is a famous waterfront and considered as the architectural symbol and pride of Shanghai for hundred of years. It is located on the bank of Huangpu River in downtown Shanghai. it is one of the city's biggest highlights.


10. Pudong Skyline
Pudong Skyline
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Pudong Skyline is a modern skyscrapers that is made of glass and steel located in Shanghai. It has an eye-catching designs and the height is breathtaking. The view is awesome in daytime, but even more so in evening time.
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