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China Explorer China, “The Middle Kingdom”, has a history stretching back over five thousand years. It dominated technology in early history producing myriad inventions including: gunpowder, compasses, printing, and kites.

The modern People’s Republic of China, established in 1949, is a world leader in manufacturing and an emerging superpower. It is home to 1.3 billion people, or 22% of the world’s population. This population is unevenly spread, however, resulting in bustling metropolises surrounded by rural havens.

The Chinese once considered Beijing the center of the world. In its heart lay Gu Gong, The Forbidden City, the imperial palace of the Ming and Qing dynasties. Covering more than 180 acres and comprised by 9,999 buildings, it is the largest palace ever built. Preserved as the Palace Museum, visitors are invited to tour its wondrous architecture.

The Great Wall, one of the Eight Wonders of the World, winds like a dragon across 4160 miles of mountains, grasslands, deserts, and plateaus. Running east-to-west, it served to protect China from the Huns to the north. The Great Wall has become a symbol of Chinese culture and the centerpiece of many stories and legends.

The Yangtze River, third largest in the world, begins its journey high in the mountains of Upper Qinghai. From there, it winds 3900 miles across China past breathtaking scenery: plunging gorges, mist-covered mountains, fertile farmlands, and rustic fishing boats and villages.

China Explorer The city of Shanghai lies along the estuary where the Yangtze meets the sea. A major trade port, it offers shoppers the wonders of Nanjing Road. More than 600 businesses cluster along the 3.4 mile-long thoroughfare, offering goods to delight those looking for the latest fashions as well as Chinese art and antiquities.

Huang Shan, Yellow Mountain, is a range of mountains famous for their natural beauty. The granite peaks were carved by glaciers, resulting in magical stone pillar forests. The peaks often disappear behind low-hanging clouds, creating the misty spires and landscapes seen in ancient Chinese scrolls. From this region comes Mao Feng, a green tea named for the fuzzy appearance of newly opened tea leaves.

Whether your idea of adventure is an urban shopping spree, marveling at historical treasures, or reveling in unsurpassed natural beauty, China can provide an unforgettable adventure. The experienced guides at First Cabin Travel will ease your way through the intricacies of the Chinese culture and political environment.


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	REGIONAL ADVISORY China, “The Middle Kingdom”, has a history stretching back over five thousand years. It dominated technology in early history producing myriad inventions including: gunpowder, compasses, printing, and kites. The modern People’s Republic of China, established in 1949, is a world leader in manufacturing and an emerging superpower. It is home to 1.3 billion people, or 22% of the world’s population. This population is unevenly spread, however, resulting in bustling metropolises surrounded by rural havens. The Chinese once considered Beijing the center of the world. In its heart lay Gu Gong, The Forbidden City, the imperial palace of the Ming and Qing dynasties. Covering more than 180 acres and comprised by 9,999 buildings, it is the largest palace ever built. Preserved as the Palace Museum, visitors are invited to tour its wondrous architecture. The Great Wall, one of the Eight Wonders of the World, winds like a dragon across 4160 miles of mountains, grasslands, deserts, and plateaus. Running east-to-west, it served to protect China from the Huns to the north. The Great Wall has become a symbol of Chinese culture and the centerpiece of many stories and legends. The Yangtze River, third largest in the world, begins its journey high in the mountains of Upper Qinghai. From there, it winds 3900 miles across China past breathtaking scenery: plunging gorges, mist-covered mountains, fertile farmlands, and rustic fishing boats and villages. The city of Shanghai lies along the estuary where the Yangtze meets the sea. A major trade port, it offers shoppers the wonders of Nanjing Road. More than 600 businesses cluster along the 3.4 mile-long thoroughfare, offering goods to delight those looking for the latest fashions as well as Chinese art and antiquities. Huang Shan, Yellow Mountain, is a range of mountains famous for their natural beauty. The granite peaks were carved by glaciers, resulting in magical stone pillar forests. The peaks often disappear behind low-hanging clouds, creating the misty spires and landscapes seen in ancient Chinese scrolls. From this region comes Mao Feng, a green tea named for the fuzzy appearance of newly opened tea leaves. Whether your idea of adventure is an urban shopping spree, marveling at historical treasures, or reveling in unsurpassed natural beauty, China can provide an unforgettable adventure. The experienced guides at First Cabin Travel will ease your way through the intricacies of the Chinese culture and political environment.
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