China’s newly-added 19 top -level (rated AAAAA) scenic spots are shining landmarks that blend natural beauty with deep cultural heritage. From serene lakes, majestic mountains to ancient towns, these destinations offer a rich tapestry of history, ecology, and local charm.
Explore Hengshui Lake’s peaceful waters, the ancient temples of Jinci, and the mighty Yellow River canyon at Laoniuwan. Witness red-crowned cranes in Zhalong, wander old marketplaces in Zhoucun ancient town, and admire the sun-dry colorful harvests on rooftops in Huangling village. Every destination has a unique story to tell.
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Laoniuwan Yellow River Grand Canyon Tourist Area, Inner Mongolia autonomous region
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Nenjiang Bay Tourist Area, Jilin province
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Jinhua Shuanglong Scenic Area, Zhejiang province
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Zhalong Ecotourism Area, Heilongjiang province
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Huashan Rock Art Cultural Landscape, Guangxi Zhuang autonomous region
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Liupan Mountain Red Army Long March Tourist Area, Ningxia Hui autonomous region
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Qianling Mausoleum Scenic Area, Shaanxi province
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Wanfenglin Scenic Area, Guizhou province
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Guanzhai Mountain Scenic Spot, Fujian province
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Zhoucun Ancient Town, Shandong province
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Huangling village, Jiangxi province
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Hengshui Lake scenic area, Hebei province
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Hengshui Lake scenic area, Hebei province
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Yeliguan Tourist Area, Gansu province
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Tiantai Mountain scenic area, Sichuan province
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Jinci Tianlong Mountain Scenic Area, Shanxi province
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Guifeng Mountain scenic area, Hubei province
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Tianshan Tomur Grand Canyon, Xinjiang
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Wanlyu Lake Scenic Area, Guangdong province
