China

Land ·🇨🇳 China

Bevolking 1.442.965.000

Oppervlakte 9.479.829 km²

Tijdzone Asia/Shanghai, Asia/Urumqi

Officiële website english.www.gov.cn

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China's Essential Wonders

This collection spans China's diverse geography and history, from the high-altitude spiritual centers of Lhasa, including the Potala Palace and Jokhang Monastery, to the vast Taklamakan Desert and the emerald waters of the Li River. It features imperial architecture at the Chengde Mountain Resort, the natural power of Hukou Waterfall, and the modern leisure of Shanghai Disneyland. Cultural heritage is represented by the Hong Kong Heritage Museum and the historic Chihkan Tower, while Da Qaidam Lake showcases the unique landscapes of the Tibetan Plateau.

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Significant Places of Worship

This collection highlights significant religious architecture across Greater China, focusing on the historical Taoist temples of Taiwan and the venerable Buddhist monasteries of Tibet. The list features major spiritual hubs like Lhasa's Jokhang Monastery, the heart of Tibetan Buddhism, alongside elaborate Southern Min-style temples in Tainan dedicated to Mazu and the City God. These sites are characterized by their intricate wood carvings, unique historical murals, and roles as centers for local community traditions and ancient monastic lineages.

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Historic Castles and Heritage Sites

This collection spans centuries of architectural and political history across Greater China, featuring imperial retreats, defensive fortifications, and communal dwellings. It highlights the massive Tibetan fortress of the Potala Palace, the unique Hakka earthen houses of Fujian, and the expansive Qing Dynasty mountain resort at Chengde. The list also includes Dutch colonial forts in Taiwan and archaeological ruins of ancient Silk Road cities, offering a comprehensive look at the region's diverse heritage and UNESCO-recognized landmarks.

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Spectacular Natural Wonders

This collection spans the diverse landscapes of East Asia and the Himalayas, featuring the Hukou Waterfall, the largest on the Yellow River, and the high-altitude Gurudongmar Lake. The list highlights massive salt lakes like Zhari Namco and Siling Lake on the Tibetan Plateau, alongside the freshwater Zaling and Ngoring lakes at the Yellow River's source. From the Godwin Austen Glacier near K2 to the ancient Wufulinmen Sacred Tree in Taiwan, these sites represent significant geological and biological landmarks across the region.

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Museums and Galleries Showcase

This collection spans diverse cultural institutions across East Asia, from the China Tibetan Medicine Culture Museum, housing a record-breaking 618-meter Tangka scroll, to the colonial-era architecture of the Former German Prison in Qingdao. It includes specialized sites like the Tsingtao Beer Museum, set in a 1903 brewery, and the Changchun Film Studio, central to the history of Chinese cinema. Regional art and heritage are further explored through dedicated ceramics galleries and memorial halls in Taiwan and Hong Kong.

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