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  • Architecture

    With some of the most recognisable buildings and monuments in the world, from the ancient Forbidden City to the ultra-modern skyscrapers of Shanghai and Pudong, a trip to China is must for anyone interested in city and rural architecture.

    Architecture

  • City life

    China is awash with enormous cities, arguably the three most famous being Hong Kong, Shanghai and Beijing. All three cities are excellent places to watch the world bustle along around you, whilst of course being some of the top cities to shop and dine.

    City life

  • Communist history

    The portrait of Chairman Mao that stands proud on the front of the Forbidden City is just one of the countless examples of the influence that the Communists have had on this country.

    Communist history

  • Local cuisine

    Surely one of the top worldwide cuisines, each region of China is famous for different delicacies. Sichuan hot pot, Hong Kong dim sum, and of course Peking duck, all dishes to get the taste buds going.

    Local cuisine

  • Minority groups

    In some of the more rural parts of the country ethnic minority groups can be found in large numbers. Many of the same tribes that are found in Laos, Cambodia and Thailand have also settled in Yunnan province and also in Guizhou and Guangxi. Many still wear there traditional dress and so a visit to these regions is often a colourful one!

    Minority groups

  • Views & scenery

    The different regions of China boast a myriad of different fascinating and beautiful landscapes, the limestone karst mountains in the Guilin area and the high plains crossing over into Tibet to name a couple.

    Views & scenery

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Visit Dali, China

The ancient Bai minority capital of Dali lies on a fertile plain between the Diancang Mountains and beautiful Erhai Lake. It is a small city, making it easy for visitors to explore on foot.

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Dali

China

The ancient Bai minority capital of Dali lies on a fertile plain between the Diancang Mountains and beautiful Erhai Lake. It is a small city, making it easy for visitors to explore on foot.

The city has preserved cobbled streets and traditional stone architecture, and though the main street is now filled with tourist shops, a wander down the back streets reveals more of the original character. Many visitors make their way to “Yangren Jie” (Foreigners Road) where good food and entertainment can be found.

The city enjoys a mild spring-like climate throughout the year, presenting graceful and scenic views around the town. In general, Dali is a relaxed little town and, like much of Yunnan Province, is a wonderful destination for travellers wishing to see a quieter style of Chinese living.

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