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top wonders

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the top wonders
of China


Great Wall of China

This far-stretching wall is the world's most massive construction endeavor. It snakes across northern China. Great Wall of China to learn more.


Forbidden City

The palace-fortress gained its nickname because anyone who entered without imperial authorization would automatically forfeit his life. Forbidden City to learn more.


Hong Kong Harbor & Cityscape

Visitors relish viewing the bustling nautical activity and the soaring skyscrapers. Hong Kong Harbor & Cityscape to learn more.


Lijiang and Shangri-La

Both these remote destinations in Yunnan are in the early stages of becoming major destinations for world travelers. Lijiang and Shangri-La to learn more.


Li River Cruise

Visitors take the cruise to see a fairy-tale landscape of conical limestone peaks. Their images reflect off the water. Li River Cruise to learn more.


Mount Everest

The high and mighty mountain has the world's tallest peak. It is shared with Nepal. Mount Everest to learn more.


Potala Palace

This massive hill-clinging building was once the throbbing heart of Tibet. Potala Palace of Lhasa to learn more.


Qin Terra Cotta Warriors

The sculpted clay statues were buried to protect China's first emperor (Qin) in his afterlife. Qin Terra Cotta Warriors to learn more.


Yangtze River Cruise

Cruise activities include shore excursions, viewing the riverine landscapes, and passing through the Three Gorges Dam. Yangtze River Cruise to learn more.


China's other
medal winners

China has 51 more Hillman wonders counting silver and bronze medal winners. See the clickable menu in the left column for my complete list of China's wonders. Also view my China wonder map - it presents at-a-glance which type of medal each of the 59 wonders wins.


External links

The website of the government China National Tourism Office (CNTO) provides tourist-related data. Contact the China  Embassy in your country for visa information. Click China Embassy for the one in the USA.


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