|
|
Cultural Relics | Zoom in |
|
|
|
|
|
Danyan Town |
|
Lijiang Old Town, or Dayan Town has a history of over 800 years. It is one of the few places in China with well-preserved old style folk buildings. An important feature of Dayan are the numerous streams and brooks crisscrossing the houses. The people here are mainly from the Naxi ethnic group and you can still see many older women dressed in their traditional attire. |
|
|
|
|
Peking Roast Duck |
|
With its long history, Peking roast duck is well known among both domestic and overseas customers. The duck is hung in the oven and roasted by flame burning from fruit-wood. It takes about 45 minutes for the duck to be done. The finished duck is characteristic with crispy skin, tender meat and the fragrance from the fruit-wood. |
|
|
|
|
Yuyuan Market |
|
Located next to the Yuyuan Garden, it's a lively market that specializes in traditional Chinese arts and crafts. Souvenir hunters should not miss this hot tourist destination. Also you can try some Shanghai Xiao Long Bao, vegetarian buns, chicken soup to experience a little of the Shanghai culture. |
|
|
|
|
Shanghai Museum |
|
Shanghai reputedly holds China's best collection of treasures from ancient bronzes, exquisitely carved jades and Ming and Qing dynasty antique furniture. Every visitor to Shanghai should try to pop in for at least an hour, but it's easy to spend a whole morning here. |
|
|
|
|
Samye Monastery |
|
The Samye Monastery or Samye Gompa is the first Buddhist monastery built in Tibet, constructed in approximately 761 AD under the patronage of King Trisong Detsen (Chisong Duosan) of Tibet who sought to revitalize Buddhism, which had declined since its introduction by King Songtsen Gampo in the 7th century. The monastery is located in Dranang (Jialang) county, Shannan Prefecture. |
|
|
|
|
Seven Star Park |
|
Seven Star Park: It is on the eastern side of the Li River, which covers 120 hectares and includes peaks, rivers, caves, gardens and relics. It is the largest, most beautiful multiple park in Guilin. The park boasts of the green hills, crystal water, fantastic caves and beautiful rocks. |
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|