China

China is westernizing so rapidly, even old China hands may not recognize it when they return for a visit.

When most people go to China, they only want to see the Great Wall and Forbidden City in Beijing, walk along the Bund at Shanghai or take in the Terracotta Warriors at Xi’an.

National Parks are perhaps not the first thing that comes to mind when one thinks of China. However, the country boasts over 200 unique national parks within its borders.

The coastal hub of Shanghai is a wild place to visit. China’s biggest city is as famous for its lively traditional restaurants as it is for its colonial architecture.

Vast and diverse, China is a giant of a travel destination.

Somewhere on a small island, entire rows of houses are slowly vanishing under a thick coat of ivy. Rooftops just melt into the hillside.

The People’s Republic of China is a vast and diverse country. Because of its size, it is impossible to see it all within a single trip.

Stretching for over 6,000 kilometers, the Great Wall of China is undoubtedly one of humankind’s most impressive architectural and engineering achievements.

Standing at the eastern terminus of the ancient Silk Road, this historic city has played a central role in shaping one of the world’s oldest civilizations.

Towering mountain scenery, centuries-old monasteries, and a deeply spiritual atmosphere make this one of Asia’s most extraordinary destinations.

Famed for its towering skyline that looks out over Victoria Harbor, the city of Hong Kong is an enthralling place to visit, combining history, culture, and entertainment in one enticing package.

Few places provoke such strong reactions from visitors.

China is home to one of the oldest cultures on earth and its massive empire is dotted with Buddhist Temples.

Hong Kong is a myriad of islands on the southwest coast of China. It was a British territory for more than a century before being handed back to China recently.

China and the United States take up about the same amount of land, but China is home to nearly a billion more people.