Top 10 Outdoor Activities To Do In China That Will Remain In Your Mind Forever
China is a vast country in East Asia that comprises incredible landscapes and the place is filled with adventure that's bound to give one that much-needed adrenaline rush, filled with excitement.
Not just that, China is a place known for its outdoor activities as well, that are so good, that you will remember them for a lifetime. Beyond China's mainstream and conventional places, lay some of the most incredible places that you shouldn't miss out on the next time you are in town.
Here are some fun, outdoor activities that you can do. These will be etched in your minds forever.
1. Bamboo River Rafting
Situated in Yangshuo, inside soaring mountains, this is a tiny yet amazing place to visit. A traditional style area is a place outside of Guilin.
Over the years, this place has become a popular tourist area and is one of the busiest places during the holidays. This place is a traveler's dream for its kitschy rooftop cafes, resorts, various craft shops, etc.
Not only does the area serve one with rock climbing site but it lets you be closer to the landscape and one can even float down the bamboo raft.
While on this adventure, the journey will let you meander through some amazing countryside area, with mountains on each side.
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2. Hiking Huangshan
Huangshan is a beautiful place located in Southern Anhui Province. There are various tour offers for hiking in the yellow mountains. The area has various peaks and the well-known ones are Lianhua Feng, Guangming Din, and Tiandu Feng.
These are some iconic landscapes of China and epic places to visit that will stay in your mind for a long time.
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3. Walking Into The Clouds of Zhangjiajie
This amazing, breathtaking place is situated in China's central area, Hunan Province, Zhangjiajie. This place is well known for the Wulingyuan Scenic area. It is also said that this place was an inspiration for the movie Avatar.
The area includes sandstone mountains with bridges and a freshwater lake. If you are gutsy, you can take a walk on the glass skywalk, and look down. The rush is unmissable, trust us with that.
The skywalk warps around the Tianmen mountain, giving you a full view of other beautiful landscapes of China.
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4. Hiking In Jiuzhaigou
Hiking is said to be one of the best outdoor activities and if you want to experience an unforgettable adventure, hiking in Jiuzhaigou is what you need. Situated at 500km north of Chengdu lies this beautiful place. It has teemed with several lakes and waterfalls and it offers some great hiking opportunities.
If you love Tibetan villages, this place also gives a peek of Tibetan folk culture. The area is made in a Y-shape with three valleys namely Rize, Zechawa, and Shuzeng.
Hiking and walking in Jiuzhaigou national park is definitely the best way to destress. Read More...