Regions of China

North China

Imperial heritage, Great Wall, ancient capitals, grasslands

East China

Modern cities, classical gardens, water towns, commerce

South China

Subtropical climate, karst landscapes, coastal cities

Southwest China

Ethnic cultures, mountains, pandas, Tibetan plateau

Northwest China

Silk Road, deserts, ancient trade routes

Central China

Birthplace of Chinese civilization, rivers and heritage

Northeast China

Snow festivals, Russian influence, industrial heritage