China is a land where extreme contrasts prevail, and it also has some of the most remarkable nature vistas. From the majestic Himalayan Mountains to Mount Everest and beautiful valleys marked by many rivers, China will provide one with lots of natural surprises.
For those who love colors and for those who appreciate silence, the nature of this country never ceases to amaze.
Zhangye Danxia Geopark: A Rainbow Land
Another one of the nature’s wonders in China is the Zhangye Danxia Geopark also referred to as Rainbow Mountains.
These bright red, orange, and yellow formations were developed through millions of years of sandstone formations to transform the land into a masterpiece.
Trekking these mystic peaks is possible to tour and during the sunset, the colors become too gory making the experience majestic.
Zhangjiajie National Forest Park
The floating rocks in Avatar were inspired by Zhangjiajie National Forest Park in China, which has over 3,000 scenic transforming rocks. Such splendid formations provide the feeling of walking over a fairyland.
The park offers communication trails to visitors, or, for the adventurous, one can try the world’s highest glass bridge. As dawn breaks and throughout the day, one can only gasp at what Zhangjiajie has to offer.
Three Gorges of Yangtze River: A Majestic Waterway
Another true wonder of nature is the Three Gorges on the Yangtze Riverals. Beautiful cliffs and greenery make gorges, Qutang Gorge, Wu Gorge and Xiling Gorge, one of the most attractive and scenic parts of the Chinese river.
Best experienced as a boat tour, the cruise to the Yangtze grants the guests a close look into the unique geographical features present in this specific water body. This river also has a history behind it, as its borders contain numerous ruins of the past ages.
Li River: A Serene Journey Amidst Karst Mountains
One of the most serene and beautiful rivers in China lies in Guilin—the Li River. The stunning landscape includes karst cliffs that rise on both sides to make the boat ride more spectacular.
The morning haze and the mirror of the razor-sharp mountains provide a ride that looks as though you were floating on a painter’s palette.
This is a charming tour that provides tourists with a view of rural life in the villages found on the shores of the river.
Jiuzhaigou Valley: A Fairyland of Colors
Called “the fairyland on earth”, Jiuzhaigou Valley in Sichuan Province is set for nine colorful lakes, water cascades, and snow mountains.
There are well over 100 alpine lakes in the valley, each with its own color range, from emerald to blue sapphire.
The colors are bright and change with the weather to make Jiuzhaigou a place that can be enjoyed at any time of the year.
China offers tourists a bewildering variety of natural sights and attractions, providing them with an opportunity to see geological monuments from the time of Creation.
Zhangjiajie showcases otherworldly rock formations, and Li River is a tranquil beauty that will last a lifetime.