China is one of the most searched countries on Google. It is very important to get the right travel information before heading to China, whether you are traveling for business or go on a personal holiday. China is not a land of palm trees, hammocks on the beach, and parties until the late hours on the coast.
Yet China is becoming increasingly popular among backpackers and travelers. And rightly so! It may not have the tropical beaches of Malaysia or the peace you will find in Nepal, it has beautiful cultural sights and beautiful nature in the interior regions. China even has 45 sights or nature reserves that are on the UNESCO World Heritage List! It is a country that is literally unmissable.
Why visit China?
China’s magnificent culture came about 2,000 years ago during the well-known Han Dynasty. The centuries-old buildings in the country still stand with the Great Wall as the best-known highlight. Yet this age-old culture is overtaken by modern skyscrapers and a 24/7 economy with the speed of light. The combination of old and new makes China such an endlessly fascinating destination.
The first thing you notice when you travel in China is the amount of people. Outside the cities in the middle and east of the country are villages that seem to last endlessly, connected to highways. People live here in peace drinking tea, eating with chopsticks, praying in smoky temples and living in crowds of people.
Before looking at all the different highlights of China we will give you some general travel information about China. Everything from visa requirements & the best time to visit to the delicious Chinese food you will find there. Take a look below!