About this Book

[Product Description] Organized by cities and areas, the book covers sites and attractions throughout the country. Highlights include the capital of Beijing; Shanghai; the Yangtze region; Guilin; the life-size army of terra-cotta warriors in Xi'an; Tibet; the Silk Road; Inner Mongolia; Hong Kong; and Macau all prefaced by an elaborate introduction to the rich Chinese history and culture. Sidebars discuss Chinese deities, the Taiping Rebellion, Tibetan Buddhism, and other interesting topics, while guided tours include a bike ride from Tiananmen Square and a cruise along the Yangtze River. A travel planner details practicalities such as where to find the most gracious hotels and the best Peking duck and dim sum.