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**POPULAR LOCATIONS **  DISCOVER China is an incredible country that spands thousands of miles from the east ocean and the west deserts. Culturally, China has one of the most rich and textured histories of all civilizations because of it's 5,000 year heritage.

The Forbidden City, or Palace Museum, sits at the center of Beijing, directly north of Tiananmen Square where the famous portrait of Mao Zedong hangs on the palatial crimson wall. It was the imperial seat for Ming and Qing dynasty emperors from 1420 until 1912 when the last emperor, Pu Yi, abdicated. It was listed as a UNESCO World Heritage Site in 1987.
 * The Forbidden City**

The Great Wall spirals through China covering over 4,000 miles (6,700km). While the latest construction occurred after 1368 during the Ming Dynasty, construction of the Great Wall began over 2,000 years ago. The Great Wall is formed by various interconnecting walls that wind through China that different dynasties and warlords constructed over the years.
 * The Great Wall**

Discovered in 1974 when a local farmer was digging a well, the terracotta army, buried in 210 BC with the first emporer of the Qin dynasty. This unbelievable site contains thousands of life-size figures, and all have unique physical features and armor styles according to their appropriate rank. The museum of the Terracotta Army is located in Xi'An, Shanxi province.
 * Terracotta Warriors**

Illustrating the 20 Renminbi (Chinese currency) note, the karst mountains are very famous in China. These beautiful mountains are located in the south of China in Guangxi province, but the best view can be seen from from Yangshuo, a small town outside Guilin.
 * Karst Mountains**

Best seen by tour boat down the Yangtze River, the Three Gorges Dam is a modern construction beauty. The dam is the world's biggest hydroelectric power station, and as well, it holds the title for the largest power station. The river itself is the world's third longest and the Three Gorges are highlighted while cruising on the river.
 * Yangtze River, and the Three Gorges Dam**





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