What to see in China

Being the third largest country in the world, with amazing natural spaces, an ancient culture and cities that mix tradition with the avant-garde, it is not surprising that China is one of the most visited countries in the Far East. But what are the places to see in China that you should not miss? Take out paper and a pen and we'll explain it to you!

Pekin

The capital is one of the largest cities in the world and also one of the most interesting on the continent. Its history dates back to at least 1000 BC and today it has a population of more than 22 million people. If you are thinking of traveling to China, Beijing must be, without a doubt, one of the essential places on your route.

Modernity and tradition mix hardly without realizing it and you can find buildings as interesting as the Temple of Heaven or the Forbidden City, places with history such as Tiananmen Square or the Mao Zedong Mausoleum as well as skyscrapers, shops and avant-garde restaurants.

On the outskirts of Beijing there are also very interesting places to see in China such as the Great Wall, the Summer Palace and Kunming Lake or the tombs of the Ming dynasty.

Although you could spend at least a week in the city, three days is the minimum time to enjoy its main attractions.

Chengdu

Chengdu is the capital of the Sichuan province and the city where the spiciest dishes in China are consumed, which is why it was named as a gastronomic destination by UNESCO. The traditional spice is red pepper and it is very common to use Sichuan black pepper to make the star dish of local cuisine: the hot pot, based on meat, vegetables and fish.

Also, Chengdu is the birthplace of pandas. There are several conservation centers where multitudes of pandas live in semi-freedom surrounded by bamboo. In ancient times pandas were used as a diplomatic tool and even as a weapon of war. Today pandas are an emblem of China.

On the other hand, in this city you can find the largest stone Buddha ever built: the Leshan Buddha. Measuring 71 meters high by 28 high. Its construction dates from the year 713 and is part of the UNESCO World Heritage Site since 1996. It represents hope and prosperity.

Xian

One of the stages of the journey through China has to be Xian, the home of the well-known terracotta warriors. In 1974, by chance a peasant discovered the first of XNUMX life-size XNUMXrd century BC soldiers guarding the tomb of China's first emperor with his retinue of horses and chariots. Although it is difficult to believe, no two faces are alike among the warriors of Xian.

The truth is that in Xian you can find the most traditional China in its wall and the Bell and Drum towers. They also have an interesting Muslim neighborhood.

Shanghai

In the delta of the mythical Yangtze River, one of the most populated cities in the world is located: Shanghai, which has become a cosmopolitan city symbol of China's technological and economic progress.

Shanghai has an innate charm as a result of that mix between the modern and the traditional, as there are neighborhoods where towering skyscrapers are concentrated and others that transport us to traditional China.

Bund is the area that has buildings from the colonial period with European style that invite you to take a long walk along the Huangpu River while Pudong is the financial district of Shanghai, which was built during the last two decades with a very futuristic look .

Other places of interest to see in China during a visit to Shanghai are the French Quarter, the Jiashian Market or the Old City, the old town with more than 600 years of history.

Hong Kong

Hong Kong is one of the most fascinating and modern cities in the world that is full of contrasts. From the Avenue of the Stars, you can see the skyscrapers illuminated by a daily light show at 20:00 p.m. and a must in Hong Kong is to climb Victoria Peak, the highest mountain in the city, at nightfall. Save a few days of your stay to discover Cantonese food, party and visit the longest stairs in the world, The Central-Mid-Level escalators.