Chinese astronomers have been studying and mapping the heavens from The Ancient Observatory for hundreds of years.

Jiuzhaigou, with its numerous waterfalls and lakes, is a must for nature lovers and trekkers.

Mount Wuyi, widely considered to be one of the most beautiful spots in China, stands south of Wuyishan, a city in Fujian province. The mountain’s slopes are covered by a vast subtropical forest and dotted with a number of important archeological sites.

The Temple of Confucius in Beijing is the largest in China, and well worth seeing.

The Terracotta Army was made to accompany Emperor Qin to the afterlife; today it’s a world famous tourist attraction.

On your way to the Ming Tombs, be sure not to miss the Sacred Way and the many magnificent statues that guard it.