History & Culture Family Vacations in China

As the oldest continuous civilization in existence, China possesses one of the largest numbers of historic sites in the world with 38 of them being listed by UNESCO as the World Heritage Sites. A vacation to China is nature to include visits to some of the World Heritage Sites. Here we picked out the most visit worthy places from the most remarkable heritage sites.

• The Great Wall, the Forbidden City in Beijing, and the Terracotta Warriors in Xian are no doubt the most famous World Heritage Sites of China, and the must-see places for your children.

• If you like your kids to know more about Chinese history and ancient culture, Pingyao is a must-go. It is a perfectly preserved ancient city where you can see how China looks like back in time. Buddhist Grottoes are also perfect places to see the splendid culture and artistic achievement of ancient China. You can take a northern China tour route to includes these mentioned places.

• The eastern China was the most wealthy region in the ancient time because it was the production center of the world- renowned Chinese silk, porslin, and teas. Therefore the ancient private landscape gardens in the region are extremly luxry and sophisticated in artistic design. Both parents and kids will definitely love this classic gardens.

China is a culturally diverse country. Traditions gradually differ between regions. The exotic minority cultures make Chinese culture more colorful and attractive. A vacation to China is bond to be culture tour.

• In many places in southern China region such and Canton and Fujian, traditions are well-preserved and respected. In Fujian, the tea culture is so strong and becomes an indispensable part of life. Its traditional dwelling houses, such as "Tulou", are so unique, beautiful, and functional.