China is a land of extraordinary scale, where more than five millennia of history continue to shape a remarkably dynamic present. From Beijing and Xi’an to ancient water towns and Silk Road cities, its landscapes reveal the enduring legacy of successive dynasties.
Imperial palaces, monumental temples, ancient walls, pagodas and classical gardens reflect the sophistication of one of the world’s great civilisations. Its culture lives equally through philosophy, calligraphy, cuisine, tea, craftsmanship, festivals and the distinctive traditions of its many regions.
Alongside this heritage stands a strikingly modern nation, where Shanghai’s futuristic skyline, Beijing’s urban energy and innovative cities embody contemporary China. For the discerning traveller, China brings together history, architecture, living culture, gastronomy, nature and modernity in journeys of remarkable depth and variety.