China has a vast land, beautiful scenery, and a long history and culture, and each city has its own unique charm.
Today, I will share with you the "12 cities that China must go to in this life" in my heart, and see if it has been mentioned in your heart, or how many have you already checked in?
1. Beijing
Beijing, a city with a history of more than 3,000 years, has left countless stories of emperors, generals, literati and artists.
From the majestic Forbidden City and the Temple of Heaven to the winding Great Wall to the hutongs full of urban atmosphere, Beijing has something for everyone.
When you come to Beijing, you must go to Tiananmen Square to see the flag-raising ceremony and feel the solemnity and sacredness of the national flag when it is rising.
Walking into the Forbidden City, those red walls and yellow tiles, carved beams and paintings, as if telling the glory and glory of the past.
Climb the Badaling Great Wall, experience the spirit of "if you don't go to the Great Wall, you are not a hero", and feel the tenacity and perseverance of the Chinese nation.
In addition to these places of interest, Beijing's food is also mouth-watering.
Whether it's old Beijing fried noodles, bean sauce burnt rings, or roast duck and mutton shabu, you can feast your mouth.
At night, you can go for a walk by the sea in Shicha to feel the night of old Beijing, or find a special bar to experience the nightlife of Beijing.
2. Shanghai
Shanghai, an international metropolis full of vitality and passion, is home to skyscrapers such as the Oriental Pearl and the World Financial Center, highlighting the city's modern atmosphere.
The Bund is one of Shanghai's iconic attractions, the Bund is brightly lit at night, and the beautiful scenery on both sides of the Pujiang River can definitely make you feel the charm of the "magic city".
Nanjing Road Pedestrian Street is a shopper's paradise, with a variety of brand stores and shopping malls dazzling, allowing you to shop until your legs are weak.
If you like the fresh atmosphere of literature and art, you can go to Tianzifang, where there are many creative shops, art studios, and maybe you can even find your favorite treasures.
At night, you can experience Shanghai's nightlife, a variety of bars, livehouses, let you feel the vitality and passion of the city.
3. Suzhou
Suzhou, a famous cultural city with a history of more than 2,500 years, is famous for its exquisite and elegant classical gardens.
Humble Administrator's Garden, Lingering Garden, Lion Grove ...... Each garden is a finely carved work of art, pavilions, rockery and pavilions, full of poetry and picturesqueness.
Boating in the alleys of the ancient city of Suzhou, feeling the style of the small bridge and flowing water in the south of the Yangtze River, there is a unique taste.
At night, you can go to Guanqian Street and try local snacks, such as squirrel fish and hairy crab in Yangcheng Lake, which will definitely make you have an endless aftertaste.
4. Chongqing
Chongqing, a city built on the mountain, where the Yangtze River and the Jialing River meet, forming a unique mountain city landscape.
With the light rail passing through the buildings and the streets spiraling up, you may get lost in its three-dimensional transportation network when you come to Chongqing for the first time.
Hongya Cave is one of Chongqing's Internet celebrity check-in places, and the Hongya Cave is brightly lit at night, just like the scene in Miyazaki's animation.
Ciqikou Ancient Town retains the atmosphere of the old Chongqing, where you can taste authentic Chongqing noodles, hot and sour noodles and other special food.
Of course, when you come to Chongqing, hot pot is absolutely not to be missed, spicy and fragrant, absolutely enjoyable!
5, Xi'an
Xi'an, the ancient capital of the Thirteen Dynasties, has a profound historical and cultural heritage, and here, you can feel the breadth and profundity of Chinese civilization.
The Terracotta Warriors and Horses are an iconic attraction in Xi'an, and you will be amazed by the wisdom of the ancients.
The Xi'an City Wall is one of the most well-preserved ancient city walls in the world, and you can overlook the entire Xi'an City and feel the historical vicissitudes of this ancient city.
At night, you can go to the Muslim Street for a stroll, all kinds of delicacies will make you dizzy, such as meat sandwich buns, mutton steamed buns, cold skins, etc., which will definitely make you feast.
6. Tianjin
Tianjin, a city full of the style of the Republic of China, has left a deep imprint on the concession culture here.
Walking on the 5th Avenue, you will see all kinds of European-style buildings, as if you have traveled back in time to a hundred years ago.
Tianjin Eye is the only Ferris wheel in the world built on the bridge, you can take the Ferris wheel to overlook the whole of Tianjin, the scenery is very beautiful.
The Ancient Culture Street is a gathering place of Tianjin's traditional culture, where you can buy special souvenirs such as clay figurines and Yangliu youth paintings.
7, Hangzhou
Hangzhou, a city known for its beautiful scenery, not to mention the beautiful scenery of the West Lake, the remnants of the snow on the broken bridge, the sunset of Leifeng, and the spring dawn on the Su Causeway, each of which makes people forget to return.
Lingyin Temple is one of the important Buddhist monasteries in the Jiangnan area, where you can burn incense and worship the Buddha and feel the Buddhist culture.
Longjing Village is the origin of West Lake Longjing tea, where you can taste the authentic West Lake Longjing, which is full of fragrance and endless aftertaste.
8. Hong Kong
Hong Kong, an international metropolis, is an iconic sight of Victoria Harbour with its dazzling night view and high-rise buildings.
Disneyland and Ocean Park are great options for families to experience fairytale fun here.
Hong Kong's food is also not to be missed, Hong Kong-style tea restaurants, seafood food stalls, you can feast your appetite.
9. Nanjing
Nanjing, the ancient capital of the Six Dynasties, is a famous historical and cultural city, with a rich historical heritage and rich cultural heritage.
Sun Yat-sen Mausoleum is a place to commemorate Mr. Sun Yat-sen, solemn and awe-inspiring.
The Confucius Temple and the Qinhuai River are the cultural centers of Nanjing, where you can feel the ancient capital style of Nanjing.
Nanjing's duck blood vermicelli soup is also very famous, so be sure to try it!
10, Chengdu
Chengdu is a casual city with a slow pace of life, and you can feel the "Bashi" lifestyle here.
When you come to Chengdu, you must go to see the cute giant pandas, their cute appearance can definitely melt your heart.
Kuanzhai Alley and Jinli are Chengdu's Internet celebrity check-in places, where you can feel the slow life of Chengdu and taste Chengdu's special snacks.
Of course, Chengdu's hot pot, skewers, and rabbit heads are also not to be missed, which will definitely make you spicy!
11. Guangzhou
Guangzhou, a vibrant city, is also a gastronomic capital.
You can go to the Canton Tower to overlook the whole city, or you can go shopping in Shangxiajiu Pedestrian Street and Beijing Road Pedestrian Street.
Friends who like history and culture can visit the Chen Clan Ancestral Hall and Yuexiu Park.
Guangzhou's morning tea is also very famous, shrimp dumplings, siu mai, rice rolls, etc., be sure to get up early to try it!
12. Wuhan
Wuhan, a city of heroes, has the beautiful East Lake and the majestic Yellow Crane Tower.
You can go to Wuhan University to enjoy the cherry blossoms, or you can go to Hubu Lane to taste a variety of snacks.
Wuhan's hot dry noodles and duck neck are also very famous, so you must try them!
What do you think? Are there any of these 12 cities that you like?