Classic History and Urban Landmarks (Top Choice for First-Time Visitors to China)
Beijing
As a core window to understand ancient Chinese imperial ritual systems and modern development, Beijing firmly ranks first on the list of hottest inbound tourism spots. The Forbidden City, Badaling Great Wall, Temple of Heaven, and other World Cultural Heritage sites are must-visit landmarks for overseas tourists.
The Forbidden City, Beijing
Xi'an
An ancient capital of thirteen dynasties, possessing complete Tang Dynasty cultural scenes. The Terracotta Warriors and Horses of Qin Shi Huang, the Ming Dynasty City Wall, and the Great Tang All Day Mall continue to gain global popularity with their profound archaeological civilization and strong nightscape atmosphere.
Terracotta Warriors and Horses of Qin Shi Huang
No. 1 Pit of the Terracotta Army, Qin Shi Huang's Mausoleum
Shanghai
The city with the highest level of internationalization and the top first-stop entry city. The Bund's cluster of international architecture and Lujiazui's skyscrapers showcase the prosperity of modern China, while Yuyuan Garden and Wukang Road offer rich Jiangnan and artistic charm.
Night View of the Bund, Shanghai
Natural Wonders and Healing Slow Life
Chengdu
With giant pandas and a slow-paced lifestyle, it precisely appeals to overseas families and young travelers. In addition to visiting the Chengdu Research Base of Giant Panda Breeding to see the national treasures, the covered-bowl tea in Kuanzhai Alley, Sichuan Opera face-changing, and spicy hot pot are also highly attractive.
Chengdu Research Base of Giant Panda Breeding
Guilin and Yangshuo
A standard destination for long-haul leisure tours by European and American tourists. Li River bamboo rafting, the idyllic scenery of the Yulong River, and the Longji Rice Terraces perfectly interpret the poetry and healing quality of Eastern karst landscapes.
Li River, Yangshuo
Three-Star Cruise Ship on the Li River
Zhangjiajie
Famous as a filming location for "Avatar," it is regarded by European and American tourists as "the place on Earth most resembling an alien planet." The quartz sandstone peak forests of Wulingyuan and the glass skywalk of Tianmen Mountain have an extremely high photo-worthy rate.
Zhangjiajie National Forest Park
Immersive Experiences and Hidden Gems (In-depth Tours for Returning Visitors)
Chongqing
It has gone viral on social platforms with its unique mountainous terrain and "cyberpunk"-like fantastical landscapes. The night view of Hongya Cave, the light rail passing through buildings, and the mountain city trails have great appeal to young overseas tourists.
Night View of Hongya Cave, Chongqing
Shanxi Ancient Architecture
Under the influence of the widespread popularity of "Black Myth: Wukong," a large number of foreign tourists specifically travel to Shanxi to explore ancient architectural structures with Tang and Song dynasty charm, such as the Jinci Temple, and feel "living history."
Jinci Museum
Yunnan Secret Realm
Suitable for long-term in-depth exploration. Dali and Lijiang Ancient Town allow tourists to immersively experience ethnic minority customs; while places like Shangri-La, Muli, and the Daliang Mountains provide scarce cultural and photographic materials such as snow-capped mountains, lakes, and primitive villages.
