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Sightseeing Beijing 
Beijing is the capital city for the People’s Republic of China. It is the political, economic, science, cultural and global diplomatic epicenter of China. Beijing was a great ancient capital during six dynasties. Beijing’s rich history and highly developed civilization gave birth to many magnificent ancient palaces, royal gardens, temples and famous attractions with beautiful nature landscapes. Beijing is a world renounced ancient city and has created an abundance of tourist attractions. It is also the most visited city among locals and foreigners in China. For the past 20 years, Beijing managed to maintain its ancient beauty and oriental charm despite its rapid and incredible ultra modern developments. Beijing is the miracle of Asia.

Forbidden City The Forbidden City is the most complete and largest group of ancient buildings in China. It was the official palace for the royal family during Ming and Qing dynasties. In 1988, the Forbidden City was included on the list of the “World’s Cultural Heritage” by UNESCO. The Forbidden City covers a massive area of 720,000m². The buildings have a total of 9,999 rooms that cover a total area of 155,000m². The symmetrical rectangular design, together with the uniquely intricate wall towers surrounded by a 52-metre wide stream, were sculptured into an impenetrable fortress that truly optimized the essence of the great Chinese wisdom.	The Great Wall of China The Great Wall Of China served as a defensive instrument along Chinese borders for thousands of years. It, too, was included on the list of the “World’s Cultural Heritage” by UNESCO. It is 6,000 kilometers in length and it was the main defensive instrument against the northern nomadic hoards and was built by various kingdoms throughout the history of China. All the sections of the Great Wall were eventually connected by the first Emperor of China, Shih Huang Ti, during the Qin dynasty and became what we know today as The Great Wall.
The Temple Of Heaven The Temple Of Heaven was the venue for the emperor of the Ming and Qing dynasties to pray for annual good harvest during the ancient agriculture society. The temple was built during the Yongle period of Ming dynasty. The Temple of Heaven was refurbished to achieve the present   design during the Qianlong period of the Qing dynasty. The Temple of Heaven has a circumference of six kilometers. It has three main buildings from north to south - the Hall Of Prayer For Good Harvest (Qinian Hall), the Imperial Vault of Heaven (Huang Qiong Yu) and the Circular Mound Alter（Huangqiu Altar）	Tiananmen Gate Tower Tiananmen was built during the 15th year (A.D. 1417) of the Yongle reign during the Ming dynasty. Originally it was named Cheng Tian Men (承天门) or Gate Of Accepting Heavenly Mandate. However, after the establishment of new China, it became the majestic symbol of the nation. It is also the largest square in the world.
Yiheyuan known as the Summer Palace (Garden of Nurtured Harmony) The Yiheyuan long corridor, the Cloud-Dispelling Hall, the theatre pavilion of Chinese opera, the seventeen-arched bridge, the marble boat, the Longevity Hill, the Tower of Buddhist Incense have an established reputation as rare treasures in the world of architecture. It is widely recognized as a rare masterpiece in the history of global landscaping.	Ming Dynasty Mausoleums Ming Dynasty Mausoleums are located at the Tianshou Mountain area. There you will find Emperor Wanli’s tomb together with his two queens. The underground palace chambers were excavated in 1956.  It is currently open to the public.
Beijing National Stadium (Bird Nest) Beijing National Stadium was the main venue for the 29th Olympiad and is located in the northeast area of Beijing city. The simple and dynamic design established a globally recognized landmark in the history of the Olympiad.	National Aquatic Center (Water Cube) The National Aquatic Center or “Water Cube” is located in Beijing Olympic Park. Beijing city built this center to host the aquatic events of the 2008 Olympic Games. It is one of the most recognizable landmarks among 2008 Olympiad venues.
National Center For The Performing Arts The National Center For The Performing Arts was completed in September 2007. The oval and futuristic space age exterior of the center has become the most prominent landmark in contrast to the surroundings of Chang An Street. The center has an opera house with 2,416 seats, a music hall with a total of 2,017 seats and a theatre hall with 1,017 seats, in addition to the main foyer hall and suites.

Shanghai
Shanghai, China's leading industrial and commercial city and major financial center, is located in the middle of the coast of the Chinese mainland and on the Southern shore of the Yangtze River estuary. The famous Huangpu River flows through Shanghai, which is in the possession of a host of historical scenes and sights that testify to the city's modern-time glory as a national commercial and financial center. The policy of reform and opening up to the outside world has transformed Shanghai into a sophisticated metropolis with a well-developed network of land, air and sea transportation. Catering and entertainment service are distinctive of the tourist industry of Shanghai. Many countries, such as Canada, France, Russia, Iran, Cuba, the Republic of Korea, Germany, New Zealand, the United States, Italy, Japan, India, Poland, Britain and the Netherlands, have established consulates-general in Shanghai.

Sichuan
Known in ancient times as Ba and Shu, the southwestern Chinese province of Sichuan covers a vast territory and is known as 'Nature's Storehouse' which leads China in the output of paddy rice, citrus fruits and precious medicinal herbs. Among Sichuan's rich flora and fauna resources are 54 endangered species. Most of the world's giant pandas are found in the wooded mountains in northwest Sichuan, hence the name, 'Homeland of Giant Pandas'. Fifteen nature reserves have been established at national or provincial levels to protect these lovely animals. There are 9 national scenic resorts, 7 famous national historical and cultural cities, and 40-odd sites under national protection as key cultural relics in Sichuan, home to 14 ethnic minority peoples, including Tibetans, Yis, Qiangs and Naxis, who celebrate all manner of festivals such as the lantern festival, flower fair, horseracing festival, mountain singing festival, and the torch festival.

Guangdong
Guangdong Province in south China sprawls on the shore of the Southern China Sea and is in close proximity to the Hong Kong and Macao special administrative regions. With an ideal location, Guangdong was one of the earliest regions to benefit from the policy of reform and opening up to the outside world. Situated in the subtropical zone with a mild climate characterized by bright sunshine and a soothing average annual temperature of 22 degrees Celsius, Guangdong is a tourist attraction all year round. The horizon of the province is teeming with tourist attractions, including many places of historical association, and the skyline of an idyllic landscape is graced with modern buildings. Guangzhou, Chaozhou, Zhaoqing, Foshan, Meizhou and Leizhou are famous historical and cultural cities of national caliber. The Guangdong schools of embroidery, opera and culinary art never fail to hold the visitor enthralled. A new 'triangular' tour program has been introduced recently to bring visitors to Guangdong and Hong Kong and Macao. Major cities include Guangzhou, Shenzhen, Zhuhai, Shantou, Zhanjiang, Foshan and Zhaoqing.