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Where is the best China travel destination in spring?

I want to travel to China this spring, which city I couldn’t miss?
Where have the best spring scenery?

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12 Responses to “Where is the best China travel destination in spring?”

  1. Jiuzhaigou 九寨沟
    guilin 桂林
    huangshan黄山
    xindaohu星岛湖

  2. Yangzhou is the best choice! “Misty Flower Mars” in the poem by Li Bai returns spring ale is now the best time in the direction of Yangzhou.Au spring peach blossom along dance Slim Lake of the West in the spring breeze as you wish to enter into “flower misty” Poem. Unique rare flower that symbolizes purity and elegance, will compete in the splendor of the season on the Chinese classic charmante.Jardin graceful pavilions and various plants are awaiting your unearthing their change fantastique.plat Yangzhou stimulate your sense of taste, while the pretty girls certainly will attract your sight.

  3. The Great Wall

  4. I would definitely recommend Yangshuo, in Guangxi Province which is world-famous for unique Karst (rock formations looking like needles) and location on the Li River.

    Yangshuo is located about 1 to 1. 5 hours outside of Guilin by bus. Do not be talked into going to Guilin instead of Yangshuo. Guilin, (which also has the Karst formations) is the more popular tourist destination for Chinese people as it is a much larger city and offers all the trappings that many Chinese people like to do on holiday (go shopping, eat in huge overly formal restaurants, go to big KTV clubs, etc), however Guilin has less beautiful and accessible scenery than Yangshuo, and Guilin has many of the less desirable aspects of other large Chinese cities in that it is overcrowded, polluted, etc. While Guilin would be worth a look if you have the time, Yangshuo is definitely where you want to go first.

    Yangshuo is a very small city located on the scenic Li River and is surrounded by world famous Karst (kind of rock) formations which have peaks poking up into the sky in a scattered fashion. Just google it and look, there is really no description for it.

    Yangshuo is a small city, with a western soul catering to western backpackers making their rounds, and Chinese people with a more outdoorsy inclination. As unlikely as it may seem because of its size, outside of Hong Kong or Shanghai, there actually is no better place to have a western meal or share a beer with like minds than in Yangshuo. The crowd tends to have a Bohemian vibe. What is great is there is a western communal atmosphere, but this in no way kills the natural beauty that surrounds Yang Shuo, or the opportunity to interact with locals.

    Yang Shuo is especially popular with westerners living in China (i. e. teachers/backpackers) and is touristy, but in a relaxed nice sort of way, you can sit in endless bar’s and cafe’s and watch people flow by, sit on rooftop bars or rooftop pools and look at the natural scenery. If you have been living in China for a length of time, it’s a wonderful escape because it is the ‘anti-china’ with a beautiful, relaxed, easy going, western mood which stands in contrast with huge, sprawling, crowded, polluted, loud, busy cities, which is largely life in working in cities in China. After a long year of teaching English and having dumplings or noodles for breakfast, blueberry pancakes, bacon, and eggs for breakfast on a sunny rooftop in Yangshuo can sound very very apealing. If however, you’re leaving L. A. to go to China as a tourist, you may not appreciate this mood as much because you can go to Starbucks and sit outside anytime. But regardless of your background, the beauty is undeniable.

    There are plenty of places to go hiking, bicycle riding, river rafting, caving, etc either on guided outings or independently. It has a much more outdoorsy vibe than most Chinese destinations, partially because of the sheer natural beauty of the area, and partially because there is a definite western backpacker community that participates in outdoor activites that Chinese tourists would be more apt to avoid because of fear of getting a tan in warmer weather or a preference for going shopping.

    Yangshuo is a destination that can be viewed as ‘a break from China’ in that it is small, aesthetically beautiful, laid back, quieter, outdoor oriented, and foreigner friendly. The city is a place where people go to get away, especially for outdoorsy people and foreigners living in China.

    Generally, Yangshuo is an extremely beautiful, tranquil, outdoorsy place, without hordes of Chinese tourists you run into at other tourists spots like the Great Wall, Forbidden City, Sanya, etc. However, as I mentioned earlier it is touristy, just in a strange western-relaxed sort of way.

    Just make sure to avoid going during the Chinese Spring Festival or you will have hordes of Chinese tourists flocking here as Guilin overflows on a quest to see/take pictures of ‘foreigners’ who are living/staying in Yangshuo. Any other time of year, besides during the Spring Festival, Yangshuo is a wonderful place to stay.

    The Spring scenery is superb, and you’ve already missed the Spring Festival Season this year, so you won’t have to worry about crowds.

    ALSO: ALMOST EVERYTHING I SAID OF YANGSHUO IS ALSO TRUE OF DALI IN YUNNAN PROVINCE.

    Dali has the same sort of vibe, but I can’t take the time to write another review.

    For Spring Scenery and an outdoorsy, relaxed, atmosphere the two best places you can stay in China are:

    1. Yangshuo (smaller than Dali, more backpacker driven/western touristy, more obvious always viewable scenery)
    2. Dali (larger than Yangshuo, touristy, but not as western touristy, more mountainous, Tibetan minorities can be seen here)

    Tibet would also be a great trip, but that’s a large time/travel commitment, and probably better done in Summer depending on where you want to visit.

  5. In terms of weather, spring is a good season for traveling in most part of China. If this is your first trip to China, I would suggest you to visit modernized city Shanghai and its suburbs like Zhouzhuang where you can see great spring scenery. If you prefer to see beautiful natural scenes, I would suggest city of Suzhou that is the location to many many famous Chinese gardens. Suzhou is only one hour drive from Shanghai, so it is very convenient to go there.

  6. Guilin see the site below

  7. China Travel Buddy on August 24th, 2010 at 11:53 am

    Spring is a good season to travel. There are many places you can go. For example, Beijing, Shanghai, Xian, Guilin, Lijiang, Chengdu. You can also take a Yangtze Cruise in Spring to enjoy the vitality of China.
    For any travel information about China, You can visit the following link:
    http://www. chinatravel. com/

  8. well there is a separate country tibet u should visit it. china has its forced armies there tho.

  9. china horticulturist on August 24th, 2010 at 1:02 pm

    this city of rice plants:Aden in YunNan province.

  10. There are simply so many places to see in China! Since Spring (from March to May) is such a beautiful time to travel, you will have a lot of options.

    No matter what you like, I would suggest Xi’an, simply because you can’t go to China without seeing the Terra Cotta Warrior (in Xi’an). Same as the Great Wall, it is truly the signature landmark in China and well worth the reputation!

    If you are up to some adventure, then go to Chengdu. It is close to the Wulong Panda Reserve, where you can really hike into the woods to see the Giant Panda, and even feed them! Close to Chengdu, you can touch the “Roof of the World” – Tibet! You can visit the Holy City, Lhasa, which is the capital of Tibet, at the foothills of Mt Everest.

    If you are up to the history and unique scenery, then go west to the Silk Road! You can start from Xi’an, the starting point of the Ancient Silk Road, and follow the footsteps of the ancient caravans deep into the Gobi Desert! You will see the amazing Mogao Grottoes in Dunhuang with the oldest Buddhist Shrines in China and the most extensive and exquisite collections of Buddhist paintings and sculptures in the world! When you arrive in Urumqi, you will really be surprised by its exotic architecture, extraordinary landscape and the local Uygur people.

    If you are up to the dynamic culture and local people, then go to the southwest China. Kunming is famous for its diverse minorities, their vibrant life and colorful traditions. Kunming is also called “Spring City” since it has really mild pleasant weather all year long. Kunming has all kinds of minority festivals with very dynamic cultures! If you have time, complete the Shangri-la trip with Dali and LIjiang. Old town Lijiang is really a gem with over 800 years history and original look of its peaceful atmosphere.

    And of course, if you love natural scenery, then go to Guilin- the most beautiful city in China! The scenery of Guilin has inspired thousands of Chinese artists over the ages to draw such beautiful paintings! Guilin is the very essence of the classical Chinese landscape paintings; fantastically shaped peaks that are studded with pines and delicate pavilions, partly shrouded in the mist. You will get easily get lost at this peaceful land of Shangri-La!

    There are simply too many options to choose from, it just depends how long do you plan to stay and what is your cup of tea!

    You are welcome to take a look at our Destination Page from our website for some additional information on places to see in China: http://jiasdreamtours. com/destinations. h. . .

    If you would like to arrange a tour to China, I would be more than happy to help you! Please feel free to contact me through our website: Jia@Jiasdreamtours. com

  11. Guilin is considered to be one of the most beautiful place for tourists to visiteril is one of the most beautiful city in China and a fantastic view over the countryside in China and the city. The scenery is so beautiful that even a great artist Guilin as an example. . . Guilin is the traditional image we have in mind when they think about China and it is so peaceful there. . . (I’m French and I traveled to China a lot and Guilin is my favorite Alltime)

  12. The Great Wall, BeijingLuoyangNanjing, ChengduTibet

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