World Heritage Sites in East China
by Bill

October31

In East China there are 4 big provinces and famous for tourism industry including Jiangsu Province, Zhejiang Province, Anhui Province, and Shandong Province. Located in East China, there are 6 World Heritage Sites that famous among Chinese local people and even foreigners. What are they?

Classical Gardens of Suzhou - Jiangsu Province
Gardens of SuzhouFamous and Outstanding Suzhou Garden

Yet another reason to visit Suzhou besides the beautiful nature landscapes and its interesting waterside city is the classical gardens of Suzhou. Has called as the Venice of East, Suzhou is boasting splendid scenery, rich cultural heritage and consisted outstanding example of Chinese classical gardens.
There are nine gardens in the historic city of Suzhou which are the masterpieces of Chinese landscape garden design. Its architecture and design are perfectly creates a great beauty and peaceful harmony. Once, you walking around the garden, there you will find elegant and peaceful Chinese cultural atmosphere which almost disappeared from modern life.

West Lake Cultural Landscape of Hangzhou - Zhejiang Province
West LakeGorgeous West Lake

The area of West Lake Cultural Landscapes of Hangzhou has surrounded by the hills in the three sides. For over a thousand years, since the Tang Dynasty, it attracts countless poets, painters, artists, and gardeners to come enjoy its beauty. The area is comprises numerous temples, pagodas, pavilions, gardens and ornamental trees, as well as causeways and artificial islands.
You could walking explore the area of West Lake or take a short cruise on the lake. Beauty in all seasons, West Lake Cultural Sites will bring you a refreshing and peaceful feeling once you explore it.

Mount Huangshan - Anhui Province
Mount HuangshanHighlight and Fairy Huangshan

Listed by UNESCO as the World Cultural and Natural Heritage, Mount Huangshan located in the northern part of Anhui Province. It is about 40 kilometers from north to south and 30 kilometers from east to west, and covers an area of about 1,200 square kilometers. The highest peak stands at 1,864 meters called Lotus Peak.
Nowadays, Mount Huangshan is famous for its majestic natural landscapes and rich cultural relics. There are over 1,450 plant species, over 470 animal species and over 200 ancient temples, pavilions, and stone tablets spread over the whole area of the mountain.

Ancient Villages in Southern Anhui - Xidi and Hongcun - Anhui Province
Hongcun VillageCultural and Historical Relics-Xidi hongcun

Located in the Huangshan City, ancient villages of Xidi and Hongcun regarded as the most remarkable local-style residences in Anhui Province. Their architecture and decoration are the best example of Anhui old buildings style. They are famous for its original rural scenery, old and simple village layout, as well as rich of cultural and historical relics.
Whether Xidi and Hongcun Village, both of them have a long history behind and features a lot of old residential houses with its magnificent courtyard and exquisite garden of the Ming and Qing Dynasties.

Temple and Cemetery of Confucius and the Kong Family Mansion - Qufu - Shandong Province
Confucius TempleSacred Outstanding Holy Land-Confucius House

Confucius Temple in Qufu is the largest and most famous temple of Confucius. It also has known as the original Confucius Temple in China. Qufu was the hometown of Confucius who known as the great philosopher, politician and educator in ancient China.
Among China historical sites related to Confucius, the most famous ones are Temple of Confucius (Kongmiao), Cemetery of Confucius (Konglin) and Kong Family Mansion (Kongfu) in Qufu. These three sites are collectively known as the ‘Three Confucian’ (San Kong in Chinese).

Mount Taishan, Tai'an, Shandong Province
Mount TaishanMost Famous Highlight Taishan

Located north of the city of Tai'an, Mount Taishan has considered as the most important of China 5 top sacred mountain. There are more than 7,200 steps leading to the top of Tai Shan and surround by large number of temples and others religious sites. According to the legends, Mount Taishan became a sacred place haunted by emperors to offer sacrifices and meditate.
Today, Mount Taishan has become favorite climbing mountain among local people with the tallest peak, Jade Emporer Peak which reach 1,545 metres high. You will see the magnificent sunrise from the summit of the mountain.

Regarded as World Heritage Sites, either the stunning nature views as well as famous historical relics will give you an incredible experience for exploring it!

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