The last time I went to London to play, I met a United Kingdom buddy, we talked about the tourist attractions of our respective countries, that buddy knows a lot about China, and said more than a dozen places he wants to go to, what the Great Wall, the Forbidden City, the Terracotta Army, open his mouth and come.
It seems that our good place in China is really famous!
Today, I will talk to you about the top ten tourist attractions in China that foreigners love, and see how many you have been?
If you haven't been there, plan ahead!
1. The Great Wall, the backbone of the Chinese nation
If there is one Chinese landmark that foreigners are most familiar with, it has to be the Great Wall.
This is one of the seven wonders of the world and a symbol of the Chinese nation.
The first time I went to the Great Wall was when I was a child, and I thought it was so long that I couldn't climb it.
Later, I learned that this Great Wall, but from east to west, across most of China, with a total length of more than 20,000 kilometers, it really deserves to be the "Great Wall"!
I've been to the Great Wall a few times, but my favorite is the Badaling Great Wall.
Its terrain is dangerous, the scenery is spectacular, and it is the most essential section of the Great Wall of the Ming Dynasty.
Standing on the beacon tower, you can see the mountains and the winding city wall like a giant dragon, guarding this ancient land.
The breeze blows, as if you can still hear the shouts of ancient soldiers and feel the weight of history.
It is said that the construction of the Great Wall was a huge project, requiring millions of laborers and taking hundreds of years to complete.
Think about those ancient working people, with the most rudimentary tools, shoulder to shoulder, to build this great wall of steel between the mountains and mountains, it is really great!
2. The Palace Museum, synonymous with royal style
When going to Beijing, the Forbidden City is a must-visit.
This royal palace of the Ming and Qing dynasties is the largest and most well-preserved ancient wooden structure complex in the world.
Red walls and yellow tiles, carved beams and painted buildings, walking in it, as if traveling back to ancient times, feel the royal style.
The first time I went to the Forbidden City, I was blown away by its grandeur.
The Forbidden City is so big that it is said that there are more than 9,800 houses, and it takes more than half a day to walk around.
I was following the tour group and watching all the way, and I felt that it was over before I had seen enough.
Later, I went there a few more times, and each time I rented a docent, walked around slowly, and savored it.
What attracts me the most in the Forbidden City is the exquisite cultural relics, each of which is priceless and bears witness to the glory of ancient Chinese civilization.
For example, the jade carving of "Dayu controls the water" is really ingenious and breathtaking.
3. Guilin's landscapes, a picturesque fairyland on earth
"Guilin's landscape is the best in the world", this sentence is not said casually.
The landscapes of Guilin, that are really picturesque!
Strange peaks and strange rocks, clear water of the Li River, constitute a beautiful landscape painting.
I once took a bamboo raft in Guilin, slowly down the Li River, and the scenery on both sides of the river was truly stunning.
The green mountains and green waters, the birds and the fragrance of flowers make people feel refreshed and happy.
In particular, the famous "Nine Horses Painting Mountain", it is said that there are nine horses hidden on the mountain wall, how many can you find?
My eyes widened at the time, and after looking for a long time, I only found five horses, and it seems that my observation skills need to be improved!
In addition to the Li River, Guilin has many places worth visiting, such as Elephant Trunk Mountain, Reed Flute Rock, Seven Star Park, and so on.
In the evening, you can also go to see a "Impression Liu Sanjie", which is a large-scale landscape live performance directed by Zhang Yimou, which is very shocking!
4. Hangzhou West Lake, light makeup and heavy makeup are always appropriate
The beauty of West Lake is a kind of elegant and fresh beauty.
In the early morning, the mist shrouds the surface of the lake, like a fairyland; In the evening, the sun sets and the lake is sparkling and beautiful.
No wonder Su Dongpo wrote the poem "If you want to compare the West Lake to the West, it is always appropriate to wear light makeup and heavy makeup".
The first time I went to West Lake, I went with my college classmates.
We rented a bike and rode along the lake, talking and laughing along the way.
Later, I also went to see the remnants of the snow on the broken bridge, although it was not winter and we couldn't see the snow scene, but the story of the broken bridge still made us sigh.
Take a walk by the West Lake and you will find a lot of interesting things.
You can rent a bicycle and ride along the lake with a gentle breeze; You can also take a boat ride on the lake and enjoy the scenery on both sides.
Of course, don't forget to try the West Lake Longjing, which is a specialty of Hangzhou.
I bought a little bit at the time, and when I came back to make tea, it was really fragrant and had an endless aftertaste.
5. Suzhou Garden, a model of classical gardens
Suzhou Garden, known for its exquisite elegance, is a representative work of classical gardens in the south of the Yangtze River.
Pavilions, rockery ponds, small bridges and flowing water, every detail has been carefully designed and full of poetic feelings.
Personally, I like the Humble Administrator's Garden, which is the largest and most famous of the gardens in Suzhou.
The scenery in the park is beautiful, the layout is exquisite, one step at a time, and the scenery changes step by step, which makes people forget to return.
I had been walking around inside all afternoon and didn't want to come out.
In addition to the Humble Administrator's Garden, there are many famous gardens in Suzhou, such as the Lingering Garden, the Master of Nets Garden, the Lion Forest and so on.
Each garden has its own characteristics, and all of them are worth savoring.
If you like classical Chinese culture, then Suzhou Gardens is definitely not to be missed.
6. Xi'an Terracotta Warriors, the eighth wonder of the world
The Terracotta Warriors, known as the "Eighth Wonder of the World", are part of the Mausoleum of Qin Shi Huang.
These life-size terracotta figurines are lifelike, showing the majestic momentum of the ancient Qin army.
The first time I saw the terracotta warriors, I was really blown away.
The terracotta warriors and horses in the pit are neatly arranged and have different shapes, as if a powerful army is ready to go out at any time.
It is said that the facial expressions of each terracotta warrior are different, which is amazing!
In addition to the Terracotta Warriors, there are many places worth visiting in Xi'an, such as the Big Wild Goose Pagoda, the Little Wild Goose Pagoda, the Xi'an City Wall and so on.
In the evening, you can also go to the Muslim Street, where the snacks are very famous, such as mutton steamed buns, meat sandwich buns, cold skins, etc., which are guaranteed to make you eat until you can eat them!
7. Zhangjiajie National Forest Park, the kingdom of strange peaks and strange rocks
Zhangjiajie National Forest Park is famous for its unique quartz sandstone peak forest landform.
Here there are many strange peaks, deep canyons, and waterfalls rushing down, just like a magnificent landscape painting.
The first time I went to Zhangjiajie, I was blown away by its scenery.
Those towering pinnacles are like giant pillars of optimus, reaching straight into the sky, which is really spectacular!
In Zhangjiajie, you can take a cable car to overlook the entire scenic area, or you can hike through the Golden Whip Creek to feel the magic of nature.
Of course, if you are brave enough, you can also challenge the world's tallest glass bridge, the Zhangjiajie Glass Bridge.
I mustered up the courage to take a trip, and it was really exciting and unforgettable!
8. Jiuzhaigou, a fairytale-like fairyland
Jiuzhaigou, located in the northern part of Sichuan Province, is famous for its colorful seas, waterfalls, snow-capped mountains and forests.
The water here is crystal clear and colorful, as if you have entered a fairy tale world.
The first time I went to Jiuzhaigou, I was amazed by its beauty.
Those colorful seas, like jewels, are inlaid between the valleys, which is so beautiful!
The scenery of Jiuzhaigou is different in four seasons, flowers bloom in spring, green trees in summer, forests are dyed in autumn, and snow is covered in snow in winter, no matter when you come, you can enjoy different beautiful scenery.
It was autumn when I visited, and the autumn leaves all over the mountains were reflected in the clear sea, which was really beautiful!
9. Yellow Mountain, the resort of strange pine and strange stone Yunhai Hot Springs
Huangshan, located in the south of Anhui Province, is famous for its strange pines, strange stones, sea of clouds, and hot springs.
Here the peaks and mountains are stacked, and the clouds and mist are shrouded, like a fairyland on earth.
The first time I went to Huangshan, I was conquered by its steepness and beauty.
Those strange-shaped pine trees, some resemble them, and some resemble monkeys watching the sea, which is really vivid!
In Huangshan, you can take the cable car to the top of the mountain, or you can hike the mountain to feel the heroism of "infinite scenery in the dangerous peak".
I chose to hike the mountain, and although it was tiring, the scenery along the way was so beautiful that I felt that it was all worth it!
10. Leshan Giant Buddha, the world's largest stone carved Maitreya Buddha statue
The Leshan Giant Buddha, located in Leshan City, Sichuan Province, is the world's largest stone-carved Maitreya Buddha statue.
The Big Buddha is built on a hill and is 71 meters tall and is majestic.
The first time I saw the Leshan Giant Buddha, I was shocked by its majestic momentum.
This huge Buddha statue, like a kind old man, quietly guards the land.
I once took a boat at the foot of the Leshan Giant Buddha and looked up at this huge Buddha statue, and my heart was full of awe.
It is said that the Leshan Giant Buddha was built to suppress the river and bless the safety of one party, which is really immeasurable!
Well, how many of these ten places have you visited?
Do you want to see everyone?
China has a lot of land, beautiful scenery, and many places worth visiting, so let's talk about it when we have the chance!