Product Description
A China experts own personal choice of the top 50 China adventures, with practical information for planning your own trip.
Helps people choose the right itinerary for a trip to China, a country that had over 1 million American visitors in 2001, up 18.6% over the previous year
Features fifty vibrant essays that bring China travel to life, taking travelers from Beijings Forbidden City and Shanghais Bund to the Great Wall, the Silk Road, the Yangzi River, panda preserves, and more
Offers updated practical information on transportation, accommodations, dining, and more
Includes eight pages of full–color photos
From the Back Cover
A personal journey to the highlights of the "Middle Kingdom"from the Great Wall to the Great Buddhaand everything you need to know to plan an adventure of your own.
Well Take you to:
- Chinas fabled cities, from the ancient capitals of Beijing and Xian to the modern metropolises of Shanghai and Chongqing
- The most unforgettable sights, from the Forbidden City to the First Emperors Terra–Cotta Warriors
- Outdoor adventures, from hiking the sacred mountains to exploring the Buddhist caves of Mogao and Longmen
- The legendary Silk Road, the Yangzi and Li Rivers, giant panda preserves, and more
Inside youll find:
- Personal, first–hand descriptions, and all the practical details you need to plan a trip of your own
- Tips for navigating Chinas languages, cultures, cuisines, and customs
- The best places to stay and dine throughout the country
- Over 60 city and regional maps