China’s most beautiful natural wonders range from mountains to lakes, deserts to canyons. Here we list 6 of the most famous natural wonders in China, which should not be missed on your China tours.
Zhangjiajie National Forest Park
Zhangjiajie in Hunan Province is a one of the most famous natural destinations in China, famous for its unique quartz sand peak forest landform. Yuanjiajie, Yangjiajie, Avatar Mountain, and Tianzi Mountain in Zhangjiajie National Forest Park are among the most unusual and stunning peaks in the world, and are must-sees on your Zhangjiajie tours.
Mt. Huangshan
Huangshan Mountain or Yellow Mountain, located in southern Anhui Province, China, is famous for its “five wonders” of pines, grotesque rocks, sea of clouds, hot springs and winter snow. The lofty and steep peaks are shrouded in clouds and create a fairyland.
Li River
Part of UNESCO-listed South China Karst, the Li River in Guilin is famous for its unique karst landform and beautiful countryside. Take a bamboo raft or cruise down the Li River from Guilin to Yangshuo, as if you are in a Chinese landscape painting.
The Three Gorges of the Yangtze River
The Three Gorges of the Yangtze River include Qutang Gorge, Wu Gorge and Xiling Gorge. It is about 193 kilometers long, with steep cliffs and dense forests on both sides. Take a cruise on the Three Gorges to explore the rich cultural landscape and natural resources, including White Crane Liang, Fengdu Ghost Town, Shibaozhai and more.
Jiuzhaigou Valley
known as “fairyland on earth,” Jiuzhaigou Valley is a rare alpine karst natural destination in the world. It is named for its nine Tibetan villages and 108 lakes in the scenic area. Here the lakes’ color changes with the seasons and weather.
Fanjing Mountain
Fanjing Mountain in Guizhou, China, is the main peak of the Wuling Range at 2,572 meters above sea level. Fanjing Mountain is a famous Buddhist holy place in China with a long religious history. There are many Buddhist temples on Fanjing Mountain, such as Jinding, Old Jinding, Chengen Temple and so on.
Kanas Lake
Kanas Lake is an alpine lake nestled in the Altai Mountains of Xinjiang Province, China, with its surrounding peaks covered in thick snow. Kanas Lake is home to the mysterious Tuvan people, and visitors can gain insight into their culture and history.
Hushan Mountain
Mount Hua, located in Xi’an, China, is well-known for its dangers. The exhilarating Long Sky Trail and the Canglong Ridge test the bravery and tenacity of visitors, and the sunrise and sea of clouds on Mount Hua are not to be missed. You will experience the grandeur of nature when you stand atop the mountain with a view of the surroundings.
