China: A Travel Adventure (Travel)

With dozens of stunning photographs and insightful commentary, this China travel pictorial is a colorful guide to this fascinating country. China is one of the world’s most fascinating destinations, boasting awe-inspiring sights and attractions. From the sheer immensity of the Great Wall of China, to the skyscrapers that dominate the skylines of Beijing and Shanghai, to the cragged peaks and green fields of Guilin, China continues to fascinate visitors and residents alike. If you have yet to visit this fabled country, the stunning photographs in this book will whet your appetite. If you’re a seasoned traveler to China, the images will kindle fresh plans for further adventures to the Middle Kingdom. Thoroughly modern yet possessing a rich heritage that dates back several millennia, here is an unforgettable visual record of one of the world’s greatest civilizations. With dozens of stunning photographs and insightful commentary, this China travel pictorial is a colorful guide to this fascinating country. China is one of the world's most fascinating destinations, boasting awe-inspiring sights and attractions. From the sheer immensity of the Great Wall of China, to the skyscrapers that dominate the skylines of Beijing and Shanghai, to the cragged peaks and green fields of Guilin, China continues to fascinate visitors and residents alike. If you have yet to visit this fabled country, the stunning photographs in this book will whet your appetite. If you're a seasoned traveler to China, the images will kindle fresh plans for further adventures to the Middle Kingdom. Thoroughly modern yet possessing a rich heritage that dates back several millennia, here is an unforgettable visual record of one of the world's greatest civilizations. Frontcover......Page 1 Copyright......Page 8 Exploring the Middle Kingdom......Page 19 Beijing: Emperors, Communists and Capitalists......Page 33 Shanghai: China’s Mega Metropolis......Page 61 Guangzhou and Shenzhen......Page 83 Xian and the Yangtze River......Page 93 Guangxi and Yunnan......Page 101 Further Adventures......Page 111 Other Ebooks......Page 119 Backcover......Page 121

China: A Travel Adventure showcases the rich history, diverse cultures, and stunning sights of China. Evocative text and dramatic photos bring the China experience to life, giving readers a taste of what they can expect to see and experience in the Middle Kingdom.