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Top ten tourist attractions in China.

Great wall 1

The Great Wall of China, also known as the Great Wall of Wan Li, is the most magnificent building in China. It was originally set up to prevent intruders from entering the mainland. It starts from Jiayuguan in the west and ends at Shanhaiguan in the east, with a total length of 885 1.8km, passing through 9 provinces and cities including Liaoning, Hebei, Tianjin, Beijing, Inner Mongolia, Shanxi, Shaanxi, Ningxia and Gansu. The stable Great Wall is the symbol of China, which has been listed in the World Cultural Heritage List by UNESCO.

2. The Forbidden City in Beijing

The Forbidden City in Beijing, formerly known as the Forbidden City, is one of the top ten magnificent palaces in the world. Built in the Yongle period of the Ming Dynasty (1406- 1420), it is the largest and most well-preserved wooden structure complex in the world. These were all designed according to the feudal architectural hierarchy, which reflected the authority and status of the emperor at that time. The Forbidden City can serve as a model of traditional palace architecture in China. 1987 became a world heritage site. In addition, it is listed by UNESCO as the largest preserved ancient wooden structure in the world.

3.Xi 'an Terracotta Warriors and Horses

As one of the greatest discoveries in archaeological history, the terracotta warriors and horses in Xi 'an were buried underground for more than 2000 years until 1974. As the eighth wonder of the world, it is now the largest underground military museum, displaying all the terracotta warriors and horses of the Qin Dynasty (22 BC1year to 206 BC). Historically, the Terracotta Warriors and Horses of Qin Shihuang were covered with a mysterious veil.

4. Yangtze River

The mother river of the Chinese nation and the blood of China, the Yangtze River is also the largest and longest river in China, with a total length of more than 6,300 kilometers. It is a wonderful natural landscape and splendid human culture.

Flowing through nine provinces, the river "crosses the Tianhe River" and finally flows into the East China Sea via Shanghai. The scenery between Chongqing and Yichang is the most magnificent. Take a comfortable cruise on the Yangtze River, and you will have the opportunity to enjoy the spectacular Three Gorges, which is considered as one of the most spectacular scenic spots in China, and all the spectacular Three Gorges Dam.

5. Lijiang River in Guilin

Lijiang Scenic Area is one of the largest and most fascinating tourist attractions in the world. The name Lijiang perfectly expresses the core of the scenery and the amorous feelings of the city-gentle, exquisite, cordial, but also proud.

The 83km waterway from Guilin to Yangshuo is a masterpiece of Lijiang River. On both sides of the river, the peaks are undulating, the cliffs are steep, and the mountains and waters are clear, forming a charming baili gallery. The natural beauty of Lijiang River is beyond description. You must see it with your own eyes and feel it with your heart.

6. Potala Palace in Lhasa

Songtsan Gancheng, which was founded in the 7th century, is an amazing Potala Palace, located on the Maburi Mountain in Lhasa, and it is a landmark of the city. Potala Palace is a magnificent Lhasa complex and the center of the integration of politics and religion in Tibet, covering an area of more than 360,000 square meters. This is an art hall with novel design and gorgeous decoration. Its conservative religious atmosphere, precious scriptures, murals, jewels and antiques are all collected in it, occupying the UNESCO World Cultural Heritage List.

7. Huangshan, Anhui

Huangshan Mountain, located in the south of Anhui Province, is one of the largest scenic mountains in China. It has majestic peaks, grotesque rocks, steep cliffs, strange caves and strange places that make the forest stand out. Because of weather conditions, fog, turbidity and changes in natural landscape, it is beyond the predicted range. Huangshan Mountain can be divided into Beihai Scenic Area, Xihai Scenic Area, Songgu Scenic Area, Yungu Scenic Area, Yuling Scenic Area, Baiyun Scenic Area and Hot Spring Scenic Area.

8. Shanghai Bund

The Bund is a famous seaside promenade in Shanghai, with a total length of 1.5km. It is located on the west bank of Huangpu River and is known as "an exotic building in Shanghai". Besides, it is one of the most popular scenic spots in Shanghai. Facing the modern skyscrapers, the Oriental Pearl TV Tower and the river opposite Jinmao Tower, the Bund is a big stage to display its rich collection of early 20th century buildings. These buildings were built in the 1920s and 1940s respectively, with different architectural styles, but they are very harmonious.

9. West Lake in Hangzhou

As a pearl of Hangzhou, West Lake was a gift from nature in the past. Located in the west of Hangzhou, surrounded by mountains on three sides, it is famous for its beautiful scenery, numerous places of interest, splendid cultural relics and rich local products. Legend has it that the West Lake is a jewel that fell from the sky to the ground. Pragmatists insist that it is just a lagoon on the western edge of Hangzhou. In any case, the West Lake can inspire artists.

10, Jiuzhaigou

Jiuzhaigou, located in the north of Sichuan Province, is a famous fairyland, with snow all year round, dense forests, quiet lakes and various birds and animals.

This is also a water world with the clearest lake in the world. Water brings the most charming scenery of Jiuzhaigou, which is the soul here. Bright green sea water, icy waterfalls, colorful forests (especially in autumn) and pure snow-capped mountains have all contributed to the unique landscape of Jiuzhaigou and won a place on the UNESCO World Natural Heritage List.