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Terracotta warriors at the Great Wall of China

Terracotta warriors on display near the Great Wall of China (James Gritz/Photodisc/Getty)

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China Overview

With a landmass of almost 10 million sq. km (4 million sq. miles), plus a further 5 million sq. km (2 million sq. miles) of water, no other single country can even come close to offering such a vast choice of destinations as the unimaginable vastness that is currently known as China. Read More

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Seeing Red
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Want to get beyond your misconceptions of long-vilified, suddenly mourned, ever-important China? Then go.
Beijing Cultural Adventures
Beijing is China's cultural capital. In this excerpt from Adventure Guide: China, writer Simon Foster explores the array of cultural adventures available in the capital city, from traditional tai chi to more modern options such as wine-tasting.
Beijing Adventures: On Wheels
The 2008 Beijing Olympics
In this excerpt, guidebook writer Simon Foster looks ahead to the Beijing Olympics and outlines the city’s preparations for the events, gives us notable tidbits about this year’s Games, and offers helpful hints for those planning to attend.
A Busy Three Days in Beijing
In this exclusive excerpt, author and guidebook writer Simon Foster profiles the best way to utterly exhaust and inspire yourself while in Beijing for 72 hours as he takes you from the Great Wall to the market to the opera.

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Trip Ideas

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GORPtravel Adventure Trips & Guided Tours

Cycling The Dragon's Backbone
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from $2556, 14 days
Imperial tombs, quiet villages, bustling Beijing and a fascinating ride in the shadow of China's greatest monument ...
Three Gorges Discovery
Travel Indochina
from $2990, 12 days
Experience the dramatic scenery of the Three Gorges, glimpse the China of old and witness the spectacle of the largest dam in the world on the 12-day...
Ancient Empires - Beijing to Tokyo
G.A.P Adventures
from $2979, 18 days
An incredible journey showcasing the best of two ancient cultures and vastly different empires. From the Great Wall of China and the Terracotta...
Trans Mongolia Express
G.A.P Adventures
from $2999, 21 days
Take an epic journey traversing a quarter of the globe and across three incredible nations. From the charm of imperial Beijing to the opulence of...
Land of the Dragon Family Holiday
Adventure Center
from $2098, 14 days
A journey of stunning contrasts through China. Modern, natural and ancient wonders - this trip has it all! ...

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Attractions

Hong Kong Disneyland

Lantau Island
Hong Kong, Hong Kong

Expert Rated & Recommended

Big Buddha

Ngong Ping Plateau
Hong Kong, Hong Kong

Description: Seated on a lotus throne, one open palm in his lap and one arm raised, Tian Tan Buddha, or "Big... Read More

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