What to do and see in China, China: The Best Outdoor Activities

October 12, 2021 Weston Hennigan

China, officially the People's Republic of China (PRC), is a unitary sovereign state in East Asia and the world's most populous country, with a population of around 1.404 billion. Covering approximately 9,600,000 square kilometers (3,700,000 sq mi), it is the third- or fourth-largest country by total area, depending on the source consulted. China also has the most neighbor countries in the world. Governed by the Communist Party of China, it exercises jurisdiction over 22 provinces, five autonomous regions, four direct-controlled municipalities (Beijing, Tianjin, Shanghai, and Chongqing), and the special administrative regions of Hong Kong and Macau.
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1. Mount Kailash

Within Pulan County Humla Simikota, Burang County 859500 China
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Mount Kailash

Gangs Rin-po-che is the Tibetan name of Mt. Kailash which is considered as a sacred place in four regions: Bon Religion, Buddhism, Hinduism and Jainism. Every year, thousands make a pilgrimage to Kailash for the faith they believed that circumambulating Kailash by foot will bring good luck and clear the sins. The trek begins and ends at Darchen which is at 4,575m elevation.Mount Kailash trekking is one of the most challenging and sacred treks in the world. The trek is widely known as Mt. Kailash kora which is scared in four religions, Bon Religion, Buddhism, Hinduism and Jainism. What’s more, this holy mountain is also the headstream of four famous rivers in Asia: Indus River (also called Shiquan River in China), Sutlej River (a major tributary of the Indus River), Yarlungzangpo River (also called Brahmaputra River) and Ganges River. Every year, thousands make a pilgrimage to Kailash for the faith they believed that circumambulating this holy mountain by foot will bring good luck.

Reviewed By Antharyatri

Visited Mt. Kailash in July 2019 through Monterosa Treks. It was a wonderful trip. We were well taken care of by the staff. All of them were extremely helpful. Just to mention a few names Ranjan, Prakash. Food was very delicious, hot and always served with broad smiles in spite of the hard work that went behind getting the food ready in time for the guests. Big thank you to all team members of Monterosa Treks.

2. Yunnan-Tibet Road

China
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Yunnan-Tibet Road

From Kunming City, Yunnan to Lhasa City, Tibet

3. Sichuan Tibet Highway (southern route)

China
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Sichuan Tibet Highway (southern route)

Sometimes there are problems for foreigners to travel on this road so a review would probably be helpful for others.

4. Yangshuo Traditional Tai Chi School

88 Yima Village, Yangshuo County 541900 China +86 136 3514 1507 [email protected] http://www.yangshuotaichi.com
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Yangshuo Traditional Tai Chi School

We are a traditional tai chi school, based in the beautiful area of Yangshuo. Our school is in a genuine Qing dynasty house in a small farming village at the entrance to the famous Yu-long scenic area. We offer training to all levels of students from those wishing to take there first steps into learning Tai Chi with no previous knowledge. And those looking for a chance to refine and study under true Tai chi masters in China, in a traditional old school enviroment.

Reviewed By SusanC5360 - Beijing, China

I was here to study Taichi In past week, and I met some great people here, they are friendly and simply. I had wonderful experiences of Taichi with Master Kim, whom over 30 years experience in both Taichi and Qi Gong, obtaining a level 6 Taichi master...and food here also very fresh and healthy, i really love it. Thank Master Kim and his family for their hospitality, I will come back soon!????

5. Dragon's Back

Hong Kong China +852 3105 0767 http://www.discoverhongkong.com/eng/see-do/tours-walks/guided-tours/nature/dragons-back-hike.jsp
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Dragon's Back

Reviewed By Veg-Traveller-2020

Dragons Back is a must do hike in Hong Kong. The view is breathtaking. To get here, you take the Chai Wan Line To the starting point: From MTR Shau Kei Wan Station Exit A, walk to the Shau Kei Wan Bus Terminus to take bus number 9 and get off on the Dragons Back stop on Shek O Road. Before you start the hike there are a couple of toilets and you wont find any along the way until the end. It takes a couple of hours and you have shorter hike options too

6. Silk Road

China +86 156 9920 6236 http://www.china-silkroad-travel.com
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Silk Road

These ancient trade routes between China and the West began in Xi’an, China, stretched across the mountains of Central Asia, the deserts of Persia, the plains of India to the Mediterranean.

Reviewed By VVPoh

It’s exceptionally breathtaking 10 days trip. Our private tour guide is very knowledgeable of the area and we did not miss any important history landmarks. From the Gobi desert...... to Macao Caves .... then The Rainbow Mountains of China within the Zhangye Danxia Landform Geological Park, wonder of the world. These famous Chinese mountains are known for their colours that mimic a rainbow painted over the tops of rolling mountains. The Zhangye National Geopark is located in Sunan and Linze counties

7. Lamma Island

Lamma Island, Islands Distict, Hong Kong China +852 2982 8100 http://Lamma.com.hk/
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Lamma Island

Reviewed By cairn7_amanda - San Francisco, United States

My friend and I took the ferry from Central Pier to Sok Kwu Wan and walked up the island to Yung Shue Wan to take the ferry back. Along the way, we had lunch, took a ton of photos and had a wonderful day outdoors. The weather was perfect and the hike was pretty easy. We especially enjoyed Lo So Shing beach and could have stayed there for hours. Lamma Island is gorgeous and such a shirt distance from the busy city, I highly recommend as a half or full-day trip to get another view on Hong Kong.

8. Binhai Road

Binhai Road, Zhongshan District, Dalian 116001 China
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Binhai Road

9. Yalong Bay

Near Liupan Road, Tiandu Town, Sanya 572011 China
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Yalong Bay

Reviewed By KodoDrummer - Yekaterinburg, Russia

This is one of China's most famous beaches. A great getaway from wintry weather. Nice hotels, eateries, and beach activities in the area.

10. Chimelong Safari Park

Dashi street, Panyu District M, Guangzhou 511430 China +86 20 8478 3333 [email protected] http://www.chimelong.com/enparks/Wildlife.shtml
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Chimelong Safari Park

Guangzhou Chimelong Safari Park wild animal world belongs to the first batch of the national, Guangzhou's only national 5A scenic spot tourism resort, located in Panyu, Guangzhou. The park with large populations of wild animal breeding and self driving ornamental features, known as the most China international standard of national wild animal zoo, is the world's population, up to the wild animal theme park. 6 highlights waiting for you to explore: long long wild animal world 4 highlights, the paradise of rare animals, self driving tours of animals, animals, animals to grab the eye, animal science base, leading the industry trend.

Reviewed By keeganmama - Hong Kong, China

First time for me to visit any zoos in China and it impressed me big time! This is a great way to visit the zoo- in AC and at your whole pace. You don’t have to be in the sun and walk 10K steps to see different animal! I personally much prefer this than any other zoo, by the way it’s a well managed zoo too!

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