46. The longest canal: The Beijing-Hangzhou Canal

Best way to explore and special tips: Just drift along the canal. Unfortunately, many sections of the canal are not as well preserved as before.

47. The youngest volcanic island: Weizhou Island of Guangxi Zhuang Autonomous Region

The Weizhou Island is located in the North Bay of Beihai City, Guangxi Zhuang Autonomous Region. The island is a result of submarine volcanic eruption and diastrophism (forming of geological features through deformation). Formed 2,000 to 3,000 years ago, the island is the youngest of its kind in China.

The typical tropical maritime climate contributes to the indistinctive seasons, making weather very pleasant in both summer and winter. In the rainy days, the whole island is shrouded in mists, reproducing the scene of a modern Garden of Eden. The unique topography has given the island the reputation of being a "Natural Geological Museum", attracting many geological enthusiasts every year.

Best way to explore and special tips: Do some water-skiing, which can be done in every season except winter. The place itself is suitable for traveling year round.

48. The largest icefall: Hailuogou Icefall of Sichuan Province

The Hailuogou is situated in the Luding County, Ganzi Tibetan Autonomous Prefecture, Sichuan Province. The place is famous for its modern glacier, icefall and hot spring. The Hailuogou Glacier is 15 km long, with its tale stretching into the virgin forests 2,850 meters above the sea level; it is also the lowest among all the glaciers in the world on the same latitude. The icefall, being 500 to 1,000 meters wide and 1,080 meters tall, is the largest ever found in China. There are three springs in Hailuogou, with the water temperature 50 to 80 degrees Celsius.

More than 70 square km of virgin forest is also located in the region. The vertically distributed vegetations, and glacier together with the springs form a unique natural wonder in the region.

Best way to explore and special tips: Climb the glacier. However, please note that this is a dangerous sport; professional training is necessary beforehand. The entire region is suitable for traveling all year round, while winter is the best season to enjoy the glacier.
 

49. The deepest crater lake: Heavenly Pool in Changbai Mountain of Jilin Province

The Heavenly Pool in Changbai Mountain, which is 373 meters deep, is the deepest crater lake in China. The pool, enclosed by 16 peaks around it, is a must-go when visiting the Changbai Mountain. On the north side of the pool there is a spectacular 68-meter fall. Clusters of springs are scattered in an area of more than 1,000 square meters on the north of the fall. The Changbai Mountain monster, which is said be in the Heavenly Pool, adds mystery to the natural wonder.

Best way to explore and special tips: The temperature of the lake is only 7 degrees Celsius even in the summertime, thus giving visitors the chance to go "winter swimming" even in summer. The best time for traveling is from June to September. The Changbai Mountain cold noodles should not be missed.

Well, that finished our grand tour. It's been one long and tiring yet magnificent adventure! If you ever have the means to come to China, please don't hesitate to do so! But if you are unable to come to China, don't fret. Just read other fascinating accounts of various historical and dynamic places in China.

Author: Jeff

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