China is a travel destination in Eastern Asia. Its capital is Beijing. April and October are its two best months to visit, ranked on 1991–2020 climate averages.
Top places to visit in China
Great Wall of China (landmark, Beijing) — The iconic symbol of China — ancient fortification snaking over mountains for 21,000 km.
Beijing (city, Beijing) — Imperial capital — Forbidden City, Temple of Heaven, Tiananmen Square, and Peking duck.
Zhangjiajie (natural, Hunan) — Towering sandstone pillars rising from mist — inspiration for Avatar's Hallelujah Mountains.
Shanghai (city, Shanghai) — Futuristic Pudong skyline meets art deco Bund — China's global city.
Guilin & Yangshuo (natural, Guangxi) — Karst peaks rising from the Li River — among the most beautiful landscapes in Asia.
Xi'an (city, Shaanxi) — Ancient Silk Road capital — Terracotta Warriors, city walls, and Muslim Quarter.
Chengdu (city, Sichuan) — Giant panda breeding base, spicy Sichuan cuisine, and laid-back teahouse culture.
Tibet & Lhasa (landmark, Tibet) — Roof of the World — Potala Palace, Jokhang Temple, and high-altitude spirituality.
Jiuzhaigou Valley (natural, Sichuan) — Multi-tiered waterfalls and jewel-coloured lakes in a UNESCO national park.
Hong Kong (city, Hong Kong) — Vertical city — Victoria Peak, harbour skyline, dim sum, and night markets.