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Destination index · 11 places

Where China
unfolds.

Some places reward a long stay. Others are perfect for two nights between trains. Browse by region, follow your curiosity and start with the one that sounds most like your kind of day.

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11 destinations
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Field notes

11 destinations

Haerbin
Northeast China

Heilongjiang Province, Northeast China

Haerbin

The Ice City of China blending Russian charm with winter magic

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Changchun
Northeast China

Jilin Province, Northeast China

Changchun

The Automobile Capital of China and a City of Film and Culture

CityRead the notes
Dalian
Northeast China

Liaoning Province, Northeast China

Dalian

Dalian is a vibrant coastal city in northeastern China known as the Pearl of the North

Coastal City, Port City, Tourist DestinationRead the notes
Shijiazhuang
North China

Hebei Province North China

Shijiazhuang

The Capital of Hebei Province and Gateway to Northern China

CityRead the notes
Jinan
East China

Shandong Province, Eastern China

Jinan

The City of Springs where ancient culture meets modern vitality

CityRead the notes
Shenyang
Northeast China

Northeast China

Shenyang

The ancient capital of the Qing Dynasty and the largest city in Northeast China

Historical CityRead the notes
Tianjn
North China

North China

Tianjn

The Gateway to Northern China

Metropolitan CityRead the notes
Guangzhou
South China

Guangdong Province South China

Guangzhou

The vibrant Pearl River Delta metropolis blending ancient Lingnan culture with modern innovation

CityRead the notes
Xi'an
Northwest China

Lintong District, Xi'an, Shaanxi Province

Xi'an

One of the most significant archaeological discoveries of the 20th century.

Historical & Archaeological SiteRead the notes
Shanghai
East China

East China

Shanghai

The Oriental Pearl where East meets West

MetropolisRead the notes
Beijing
More of China

Northern China

Beijing

The Imperial Capital Where Ancient Majesty Meets Modern Marvels

Capital CityRead the notes

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