Pics of the Week: China

December 5, 2014 Sacha Mlynek

Evocative China brings to mind a storied history, multilayered culture, and a vast landscape. We’ve curated five photos to give you a glimpse into this remarkable land. The idea? To inspire you to want to see more, of course.

 A stone lion guards the entrance to the Forbidden City in Beijing, China.

A stone lion guards the entrance to the Forbidden City in Beijing, China.

Shanghai comes alive with colour at night. Photo courtesy of traveller Joe K.

Shanghai comes alive with colour at night. Photo courtesy of traveller Joe K.

Taking the plunge from a bamboo raft in Yangshuo, China.

Taking the plunge from a bamboo raft in Yangshuo, China.

A terracotta warrior guards the tomb of Emperor Qin Shi Huang in Xi'an, China.

A terracotta warrior guards the tomb of Emperor Qin Shi Huang in Xi’an, China.

The storied Great Wall of China stretches into the horizon

The storied Great Wall of China stretches into the horizon.


Getting There


G Adventures
runs a number of departures to China encompassing a wide range of departure dates and activities to cater for different tastes. We’re thrilled at the prospect of showing you this big blue planet of ours — check out our small group trips here.

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