Explore the relics of ancient capitals and experience a civilization of millennia
China has a long history of five thousand years, from Qin Shi Huang's unification of the six states to the golden ages of the Tang and Song dynasties, from the Forbidden City of the Ming and Qing dynasties to the turbulent times of modern history. Step into these historic cities, touch the ancient city walls, visit royal palaces, and feel the profound heritage of Chinese civilization.
Theme Highlights
Six Great Ancient Capitals
Beijing, Xi'an, Luoyang, Nanjing, Kaifeng, and Hangzhou—each one bears the rise and fall of dynasties
World Heritage Sites
The Great Wall, the Forbidden City, the Terracotta Warriors, and 56 World Heritage Sites await your exploration
Museum Journeys
The Palace Museum, the National Museum, and the Shaanxi History Museum house treasures of Chinese civilization
Recommended Destinations
Beijing
A thousand-year-old capital, the heart of modernity
Xi'an
Capital of thirteen dynasties, starting point of the Silk Road
Gansu
Pearl of the Silk Road, the Hexi Corridor
Ningxia
Jiangnan beyond the Great Wall, the mysterious Western Xia
Hubei
Gazing across the vast Chu skies, the great river flows east
Curated Experiences
In-Depth Tour of the Forbidden City
Travel through the imperial palaces of the Ming and Qing dynasties and uncover the secrets of the Forbidden City
Exploring the Terracotta Warriors
Face the underground army from two thousand years ago and feel the majestic spirit of the Qin Dynasty
Cycling on the Ancient City Wall
Ride a bicycle around the well-preserved Ming Dynasty city wall
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