Top sights in China

Discover oasis bazaars, desert ruins, sacred sites, mountain lakes, and Silk Road landmarks between the Taklamakan and the Tian Shan.

63 sights found in China

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Kashgar Airport

Kashgar Airport

Airport · Xinjiang

Kashgar Airport is not only a point of departure and arrival, but also a window into the unique world of ancient traditions and modern achievements. Located in the westernmost corner of China, it serves as an important…

Korla Airport

Korla Airport

Airport · Xinjiang

Korla Airport is an oasis of modernity in the heart of the Tarim Basin, a place where tradition and modern technology meet. It is located in a picturesque corner of Northwestern China, surrounded by endless deserts and…

Lhasa Airport

Lhasa Gonggar Airport

Airport · Tibet

Lhasa Gonggar Airport is not just an air gateway to the ancient and mysterious Lhasa, it is the first miracle that greets travelers on the way to the spiritual and cultural wealth of Tibet.Surrounded by the mighty…

Ngari Gunsa Airport

Ngari Gunsa Airport

Airport · Tibet

Ngari Gunsa Airport is not just a point on the way, but rather a gateway to one of the most mysterious and inaccessible corners of the world. Here, among the vast expanses of the Tibetan Plateau, the spirit of antiquity…

Chengdu: Waiting at Wrong Gate

Shuangliu International Airport is the gateway to the wonderful world of Southeast Asia. Located in the heart of Shuangliu City, the airport serves as a link between the region's rapidly developing economic and cultural…

Guangzhou Baiyun Airport

Guangzhou Baiyun International Airport  is the main airport of Guangzhou, the capital of Guangdongprovince, China. Both airport codes were inherited from the old airport, and the IATA code reflects Guangzhou's former…

Hohhot Baita International Airport

Hohhot Baita International Airport

Airport · Inner Mongolia

Huh-Hoto Baita International Airport is a proud and important transportation link in the region, located just 14 kilometers east of the central part of Huh-Hoto, China. Considered the largest commercial airport in the…

Hong Kong International Airport

Hong Kong International Airport  is the main airport in Hong Kong. It is located on the island of Chek Lap Kok, which largely comprises land reclaimed for the construction of the airport itself. The airport is also…

Beijing Capital International Airport

Beijing Capital International Airport  is the main international airport serving Beijing. It is located 32 km northeast of Beijing's city center, in an enclave of Chaoyang District and the surroundings of that enclave…

Shanghai Airport

Pudong International Airport in Shanghai is not just a transport hub, it is the pride of China and a symbol of its rapid development. Located in a dynamic metropolis, the airport serves as an important hub for…

Xi’an Xianyang International Airport

Xi'an Xianyang International Airport is a majestic structure that embodies rich history and modern innovation. Located in the heart of China, it is an important air transport hub for the country and the world.When you…

Dawn at Urumqi airport terminal 2

Diwopu Airport, located in Urumqi, is one of the key air hubs in Northwestern China. This modern airport handles a high volume of passenger and cargo traffic, connecting Urumqi to many cities in China and beyond. The…

Hot springs "Tiger King" is a unique natural phenomenon, the personification of strength and vitality. Situated among emerald forests and mountain peaks, they seem to invite travelers into the healing embrace of nature…

The river Machu meanders through the landscape of Amdo

Amdo

Sight · Tibet

Amdo is also known for its historical and cultural attractions. Here you can find many ancient Buddhist monasteries and temples, among which the famous Labrang stands out - the largest Amdo monastery, which is the…

Amnye Machen

Sight · Qinghai

Amnye Machen, or Machen Amnye, is one of the most prominent mountain peaks on the Tibetan Plateau, located in Qinghai Province in China. This majestic mountain range plays an important role in the culture and religion…

Qiongzhu Bambоо Temple

Sacred Place · Kunming

The Hainan Bamboo Temple is a unique architectural marvel located on the island of Hainan, China. This temple, also known as Hai-tu, attracts attention with its unusual structure made entirely of bamboo.History and…

Bezeklik cave complex

Sight · Xinjiang

In the heart of Chinese Turkestan, like a hidden treasure, are located the Bezeklik Caves - a unique archaeological complex, rich not only in its ancient historical artifacts, but also in cultural heritage.These rock…

Black Dragon Pool Park in China is a unique place that combines natural beauty and cultural heritage. The name of the park comes from its main attraction - the Black Dragon, which is a waterfall formed from black rocks…

Swallow’s cavern

Sight · Yunnan

Swallow Cave is an amazing natural phenomenon located in the south of China, in the Guizhou province. This place has become famous due to its unique beauty and unique history.Natural beauty:The Lastochkino Cave amazes…

In the heart of the great Gobi Desert, like a hidden treasure, lies Kizil, thousands of Buddhist caves. This unique archaeological complex surprises with its grandeur and the mysteries stored in its depths. The caves…

Chengde

Historical Site · Beijing

Chengde, the capital of China's Sichuan Province, is one of the oldest cities in China with a rich historical and cultural heritage. Located on the banks of the Minjiang River, this city is famous for its beautiful…

Aerial view of the Forbidden City

Forbidden City

Historical Site · Beijing

The Forbidden City is a magnificent monument of Chinese history and culture that embodies the grandeur and power of the Chinese emperors. Located in the heart of Beijing, it is one of the most famous and visited…

The Kunlun Mountains

Kunlun mountains

Peak · Hotan

In the northwestern part of China, the Kunlun mountain range rises like a majestic dragon. Its peaks pierce the sky, and its slopes are decorated with green forests and crystal streams. This amazing corner of nature…

Mogao caves

Historical Site · Gansu

Mogao Caves is a unique architectural complex and art repository located in the western part of China, Gansu Province. The site is one of China's most important cultural and historical monuments and has been designated…

The Tibetan Culture and Medicine Museum is a unique place where you can immerse yourself in the world of traditional Tibetan culture, art and medicine. This museum is located in the heart of the old city of Lhasa, the…

Dawakun

Sight · Xinjiang

Camp in the desert of Dawakun, near Kashgar.

The Taklamakan Desert

Taklamakan desert

Sight · Xinjiang

The Taklamakan Desert is a land of mysteries and secrets, where sand dunes are like an ocean of waves slowly covering the entire horizon. Located in the west of China, it stretches for thousands of kilometers, like a…

Xining Dongguan Grand Mosque, Dongguan Street, Chengdong

Dongguan Grand Mosque

Sacred Place · Xining

The Dongguan Grand Mosque, also known as the Dongguan Grand Mosque, is one of the most significant Muslim shrines in China and one of the most important historical monuments of Chinese Islam. This mosque is located in…

Emerald Pagoda lake

Sacred Place · Yunnan

Emerald Lake and the pagoda are a jewel of nature and culture found in China. The lake got its name from the bright emerald color of its water, created by its purity and rich mineral content. The pagoda, rising on the…

The sunlight punctured the thick clouds and fell on the Feilai Temple in front of the Meili Snow Mountain.

Feilai temple

Sacred Place · Yunnan

Feile Temple is one of the most famous and revered religious buildings in China. Located in Hunan Province, this ancient Buddhist temple is a magnificent example of Chinese architecture and cultural heritage.Historical…

Gardan Songzan Forest, Jiantang Town, Shangri-La City, Diqing Tibetan Autonomous Prefecture

Ganden monastery

Sacred Place · Tibet

Ganden Monastery is a jewel of Tibetan Buddhism perched on top of Mount Vunaintsang. Its snow-white walls and golden domes shine under the brilliance of the morning sun, like the sacred fire of spiritual enlightenment…

Mingyong glacier

Sight · Yunnan

Mingyong City, located next to the Mingyong Glacier in Qinghai Province in western China, is a unique and beautiful place, rich in history and natural attractions.Natural beauties:Mingyong is proud of its glacier, which…

Greatest Golden hour

Great Wall

Historical Site · Beijing

The Great Wall of China is not just an engineering structure, it is a symbol of the greatness and perseverance of the Chinese people who built it over the centuries to defend their land from enemy invaders. Spanning…

Part of the famous Buddhist Kumbum Monastery in Qinghai province, China

Gyantse Kumbum

Sight · Tibet

Jangtse Kumbum, located in Tibet, is a majestic Buddhist monastery and one of the most significant spiritual sites in the region. Its name translates to "One Hundred Thousand Images of Buddha" and it is famous for its…

The Xishuangbanna Tropical Flower Garden is an amazing natural wonder located in southern China, in the city of Xishuangbanna, Yunnan Province. This garden is known for its richness of flora and incredible beauty,…

Jiayuguan City, Gansu, China

Jiayuguan

Historical Site · Gansu

Jiayuguan, literally translates to “Great Wall”, and it is not just a place where China's wall rises in its grandeur, but also a symbol of the strength, endurance and greatness of the Chinese empire. Located in Gansu…

Five Flower Lake, Jiuzhaigou Valley

Jiuzhaigou

Sight · Sichuan

Jiuzhaigou is one of the most scenic and breathtaking places in China, famous for its magnificent mountain scenery, wildlife and cultural heritage. Located in Sichuan Province, this region attracts millions of tourists…

Kanas Lake, Altay, China

Kanas Lake, immersed in the mystery and grandeur of nature, is a true pearl of western China. Situated in the heart of the Canas Nature Reserve, it is surrounded by mountains and forests, creating a breathtaking…

Kanbula National Park

Nature Site · Qinghai

Kanbula National Park spans the vast expanse of eastern China and is one of the region's most breathtaking natural sites. Its landscapes delight with mountains, lakes, forests and picturesque valleys. This park attracts…

Kanxiwa

Jailoo · Tashkurgan

Campsite at foot of Muztagh-Ata peak

Krajilika - Kuksay

Peak · Tashkurgan

Kajilika is a beautiful region surrounded by mountain peaks at the foot of Kuksai, which rises above this picturesque corner of nature. These mountains, with their mighty peaks and winding ridges, create an impressive…

Muztagh Ata & The Karakul Lake

Karakul lake (Xinjiang)

Lake · Tashkurgan

The Karakul lake (black lake) is situated 200 km from Kashgar in Xinjiang province. The lake is surrounded by the famous snow-covered peak "Muztag Ata" 7546 m. and other 7000's like the Kongur Tagh (7649 m.) and the…

Kumbum monastery

Kumbum monastery

Sacred Place · Qinghai

Kumbum Monastery is one of the most famous and majestic Buddhist buildings in Qinghai Province, China. It serves as an important spiritual and cultural center for Buddhists and is a popular tourist destination…

Kuqikaqi

Jailoo · Tashkurgan

Campsite at the foot of Muztagh-Ata.

Labrang monastery

Sacred Place · Gansu

Labrang, located in Gansu Province, China, is one of the most important Buddhist monasteries in the world and an ancient center of Buddhist learning and worship. Founded in the 18th century, this monastery is a unique…

Mountain sacred Lake Manasarovar Himalayas range Tibet

Manasarovar lake

Lake · Tibet

Lake Manasarovar is not only a majestic natural wonder, but also a sacred place for many believers. Situated at an altitude of more than 4,500 meters above sea level in the Tibetan Plateau, it stretches majestically…

Djarin Nur and Orin Nur are two beautiful lakes in Mongolia that impress with their natural beauty and historical heritage. They are popular tourist spots and excellent places for rest and relaxation.Djarin-Nur (Blue…

Lamaling temple

Sacred Place · Tibet

Lamaling Temple is a sacred sanctuary hidden among the green hills and golden fields of Bhutan, like a precious crystal sparkling in the sun. Its snow-white walls and roofs are decorated with exquisite carvings and…

Three Pagodas

Sacred Place · Yunnan

The Three Pagodas, also known as Zaoji, is a historical complex in China located in the city of Dazu in Yunnan Province. This majestic complex consists of three towers, each with its own history and meaning.History and…

Buddhist monks playing a tibetan flute inside Sakya monastery, Tibet

Sakya monastery

Sacred Place · Tibet

Sakya Monastery is a spiritual sanctuary surrounded by the mysterious Himalayas and permeated with the majestic atmosphere of ancient wisdom. Situated at an altitude of over 4,300 meters above sea level, in the heart of…

Samye monastery

Sacred Place · Tibet

Samye Monastery is located in Tibet, in the Dratang district, on the banks of the Bramaputra River. This is the first Buddhist monastery built in Tibet in the 8th century. It is considered one of the most significant…

Shalu monastery

Sacred Place · Tibet

Shalu Monastery, located in Tibet, in the Gyangtse District, is one of the most important spiritual centers in this region. It is distinguished by its ancient history, unique architecture and significance for Buddhist…

Trandruk monastery

Sacred Place · Tibet

Trandrak Monastery, immersed in the greenery of the mountains of Tibet, is like an oasis of spiritual enlightenment and inner peace. Its snow-white walls and golden domes rise against the sky-blue sky, like a beacon…

Mount Emei, Emeishan, Leshan, China

Mount Emei

Peak · Sichuan

Emeishan, meaning “Emei Mountain”, is one of the most famous and sacred sites in Buddhism and Chinese culture. Located in Sichuan Province, it is famous for its beautiful scenery, historical temples and rich spiritual…

Yunfeng mountain

Peak · Yunnan

Yufeng is a beautiful town, surrounded by greenery and cultural riches, located in the northeast of Taiwan. Its name translates as “Blasting Fist”, and it truly impresses with its spirit and atmosphere.History and…

The Mosuo Folk Tradition Museum is a unique cultural institution located in Yunnan Province, China. This museum is an important center for the preservation and promotion of the cultural heritage of the Mosuo ethnic…

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Muztag Ata

Peak · Tashkurgan

Muztagh Ata (75.116272/38.275990) means the father of glacier mountain in local language, one of three most high mountains of the Chines Pamir range (others are the Kongur peak at 7719m, the Kongur Tobe Feng at 7595m)…

Muztagh-Ata

Muztagh Ata BC

Peak · Tashkurgan

Base camp of the Muztagh Ata peak. Dates 2018 for Muztagh Ata ascent (date of arriving at Kashgar) : 12.June 2018 14.June 2018    17.July 2018      24.July 2018    03.August 2018 For more information, please contact us…

White Bamboo Shoot Pagoda

Sacred Place · Yunnan

The White Bamboo Pagoda is a precious cultural artifact that embodies spirituality and grace. Its name comes from its bright whiteness, which gives it a unique appearance among green forests and mountains. This…

Potala Palace, Beijing Middle Road, Lhasa, Tibet, China

Potala palace

Historical Site · Lhasa

The Potala Palace, a majestic symbol of ancient Tibetan culture and religion, towers over Lhasa like an impregnable fortress of spiritual wealth and historical significance. With its snow-white walls and golden domes,…

Summer Palace, Xinjiangongmen Road, Haidian, China

Summer Palace

Historical Site · Beijing

The Summer Palace in Beijing, also known as Juifang is a magnificent example of imperial architecture and landscape design. Located on the shores of Kunming Lake, this palace complex has served as a place of recreation…

Qianshi Hutong

Sight · Beijing

Qianshi Hutong is a little piece of history and culture in the heart of China's capital, Beijing. Located in the traditional Hutong district, Qianshi Hutong surprises with its authentic and cozy atmosphere.Hutongs are…

Yulong Snow Mountain, Yulong, Lijiang, China

Yulong Snow Mountain

Peak · Yunnan

Yulongxueshan, or Yulong Mountain, is one of China's most impressive natural attractions. This unique mountain range is located in Shanxi province and is famous for its stunning scenery, historical monuments and ancient…

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