Top Attractions along Yangtze River-Fengdu Ghost City by Sarah

August14

The town of Fengdu, said to be the abode of devils, is one of the first stops on your Yangtze River cruise. The famous "Ghost City" is really worth a visit. Situated on the northern bank of the river between Zhongxian and Fuling, the city was depicted as the City of Ghosts in two ancient, classic Chinese works "Monkey King" and "Strange Stories from a Chinese Studio".

How the Fengdu Ghost City was Named
Fengdu Ghost CityFengdu Ghost City - Must-see Attraction along Yangtze River

Fengdu Ghost City is a long-standing city with a time-honored history, known as the 'Ghost City' to most Chinese people. It got the reputation as the 'Ghost City' in the Eastern Han Dynasty (25 A.D. - 220 A.D.). Two officials from the imperial court named Wang Fangping and Yin Changsheng, got bored with the political life in the court and came to Mt. Minshan outside the Fengdu City to practice Taoist teachings. Both of them later became immortals by carrying out self-cultivation. This story is widely spread and makes Mt. Minshan famous. When combined together, their surnames Yin and Wang, sound very much like 'King of Hell' in Chinese, hence the people began to call Fengdu the 'Ghost City'.

The Attractions of Fengdu Ghost City
Fengdu Ghost CityAttraction in Fengdu Ghost City

According to superstitious legend, the dead come to Fengdu Ghost City and the devils go to hell. Since Tang Dynasty, forty-eight temples have been built in the city, such as the 'Hall of the Jade Emperor', 'the Palace of Hell', 'Boundary between the Living and the Dead', 'the Ridge of Helplessness' and 'the Balcony of Nostalgia'. All of the temples there look quite magnificent while statues are extremely lifelike. Mt. Mingshan is sprawling with evergreen trees and bursting with a series of temples, towers and pavilions, etc…The buildings are all very unique and gorgeous. In addition, there are also a large number of inscriptions and couplets scattered on the mountain. The most famous and impressive attraction on the mountain is the Palace of Hell which is exquisitely designed and decorated with a large number of lifelike statues. The attractions in Fengdu Ghost City are arranged and organized according to the system of mundane world. The city is designed according to a strict hierarchy. In addition, there are also countless other tourist attractions, like the world-wide statue of King of Hell, Han Tombs, Mt. Shuangguishan and Dragon River Scenic Area, etc…

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Top Attractions along Yangtze River - Three Gorges by Norah

August10

China has lots of tourist attractions attracting numerous visitors to come to have vacation. Taking the cruise along Yangtze River is one of the relaxing one. As one of the favorite cruise vacations in China, by cruising through Yangtze River, visitors will able to see impressive and charming natural landscapes all along the way. The most scenic site along Yangtze River is Three Gorges.

Overview of Three Gorges
Three Gorges which is classified as an AAAAA scenic area is a scenic area along the Yangtze River or also called Changjiang, China. It region has a total length of approximately 200 kilometres and primarily famous for its scenery. But besides its charming scenery, it has also historically and culturally important location in China. Three Gorges cover an area of 1208km2, including Wuxia gorge, Qutang gorge, Xiling gorge and some wide valleys between these gorges. Three Gorges has become world-famous for its large and precipitous valleys and rich historical and cultural intentions. They can be for sightseeing, sport, exploration, archaeological studies and scientific investigation.

Yangtze RiverCharming Yangtze River

Qutang Gorge
Qutang Gorge is 8km long and is celebrated for its magnificent, peculiar and precipitous scenery in the world. It is well-known for its numerous hidden rocks, dangerous shoals and rocks, and turbulent rapids. It is the shortest and most spectacular of China Three Gorges, winds five miles from Baidi City in Fengjie County to Daxi Town in Wushan County.
Qutang Gorge is also the narrowest of the Three Gorges, with its widest point measuring only 500 feet wide. Visitors will find numerous attractions on the two banks.

Qutang GorgeCalm and Peaceful Qutang Gorge

Wuxia Gorge
Wuxia Gorge is 42km long and is serene and secluded and presents a panorama of lovely scenery. It is the longest of the Three Gorges where starts from the mouth of the Daning River and ends at Guandu Ferry. This part is well-known as quiet, peaceful and gracefully beautiful. There are steep hills and cliffs on both bank of the river. Many scenic spots in Wuxia Gorge are famous, there are Twelve Peaks of Wuxia Gorge, Three Terraces and Eight Sceneries of Wuxia Gorge, Kongming Stele of Wuxia Gorge etc.

Wu GorgeWuxia Gorge

Xiling Gorge
Xiling Gorge is 66km long and is well-known for its dangerous rugged shoals and the turbulent waters. It has located in Hubei Province, the last of the Three Gorges on the Yangtze River. The most historical sites, cultural relics and natural scenery in this area are Huangling Temple and Sanyou Cave.

Enjoy its stunning natural landscapes along the river and experience the luxury cruise vacation by our Yangtze River Tour.

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Four Ancient Historical Sites Never Miss in China by Tracy

May22

China has listed as one of the old countries in the world with a history of more than 5,000 years. Among many famous historical sites spread around China, here we make a list and give you some description about four ancient historical sites that you should not miss in China. Let you discover historic sites in China with us!

Terracotta Army
Terracotta WarriorsLarge Scale Terracotta Warriors

Terracotta Army is only a small part of the first Emperor of China, Qin Shi Huang tomb which buried located near ancient capital city, Xian. It took 36 years with hundreds of workers to finish it. When in 1974, some farmers discovered the area that turns out becomes the most amazing archeological discoveries of the twentieth century.

In that large scale of mausoleum complex, thousand Terracotta Warriors includes soldiers, archers, cavalrymen, horses and chariots are arranged in the battle formation to protect their emperor afterlife. Found mysterious and sacred feeling once you enter to the area of Terracota Warriors.

Potala Palace
Potala PalaceHoly Potala Palace

Potala Palace which located in Tibet, it was first and foremost residence of the Dalai Lama. For centuries till now, Tibet has known as the most holy and sacred land for Tibetan Buddhists. Not only famous for its ancient and sacred fact, Potala Palace has an amazing fact which known as the highest palace in the world. It stands 3,500 meters above sea level, on top of Red Hill. Together, with Jokhang Temple and Norbulingka (other famous sacred places in Tibet), those attractions has listed to the UNESCO World Heritage List.

Today, Potala Palace has become a famous Buddhism museum with a rich collection of art include gold, silver, and jade relics and structures. All of those several thousand years arts, scriptures and paintings can be found at the Palace.

Yungang Grottoes
Yungang GrottoesYungang Grottoes in Datong

Listed as one of the World Heritage Sites by UNESCO, Yungang Grottoes has located in the Wuzhou Mountain, Datong City. It is a masterpiece of Buddhist cave art which took 50 years to finish it. Yungang Grottoes created by Tan Yao offer interesting layout and design. It combines traditional Chinese art forms with foreign influence, particularly Greek and Indian.

In total, Yungang Grottoes consists of 252 caves of various sizes housing more than 51,000 statues. The tallest Buddha sculpture which located in the area called Big Buddha Cave. Offer ancient old Buddhist culture and design, Yungang Grottoes attracts more visitors to come day by day.

Chengde Mountain Resort
Chengde Mountain ResortBeautiful Chengde Mountain Resort

Chengde Mountain Resort known as a summer resort and hunting ground for the Qing’s emperors. It offers imperial architecture styles which combines gardens and temples blend harmoniously into a landscape of lakes, pastureland and forests. Covering an area of 5,640,000 square meters, Chengde Mountain Resort is the largest extant imperial garden and temple complex in China.

The Mountain Resort consists of the palace area and the landscape. The Palace Area was the place where emperor lived, handled administrative matters and held ceremonies. It is consisted of four groups of buildings, including the Main Hall, the Songhe Hall, the Wanhe Songfeng Palace, and the East Palace. Another part of this Mountain Resort consist Lake Area, Plain Area and the Mountain Area. With a traditional Chinese architecture style, Chengde Mountain Resort has attracted a lot of visitors, local or foreigners.

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