China's 49 places of ultimate attractions
26. The largest wonder formed by calcium carbonate sinter: Baishui
Terrace in Zhongdian County of Yunnan
Province
With an altitude of 2,380 meters, the tableland is approximately
100 km from the county seat, occupying an area of about 30,000 square meters.
Being the largest of its kind in China, the place also boasts attractive natural
sceneries.
Best way to explore and special tips: Go hiking. The annual average
temperature is 11.4 degrees Celsius. The annual precipitation is 652.6
millimeters (mm), and the number in August could reach 1,907mm
27. The wildest tide: Qiantang
River Bore of Zhejiang
Province
The bore festival on the 18th of the eighth month in
the Chinese
lunar calendar has always attracted visitors from far and near. The most
violent tides, which can mount eight to nine meters tall, gives the tide the
reputation as the "No. 1 Tide in China". It has become a time-honored custom to
watch the tide in Haining, with a rich legacy of poems and writings by literati
throughout Chinese history.
Best way to explore and special tips: Watch the bore in Haining. The 18th of
the eighth month in Chinese
lunar calendar is the best day to enjoy the natural wonder.
28. The most zigzagging coastline: the offshore region of E China's
Fujian
Province
Best way to explore and special tips: Drive along the coastline, but avoid
the typhoon season from June to August.
29. The largest clustered caves: Zhijin Caves Scenery Spot of Guizhou
Province
Best way to explore and special tips: Venture into the caves. Excessive
tourists may flow into the region on the weeklong holidays in May and October,
which may affect the caves' adventurous quality.
30. The place of the most hot springs
: Rehai in Tengchong County of Yunnan Province
Encircled by steep precipices, Rehai is located one km on the west of
Tengchong County. In addition to its hot springs
, the place also boasts spectacular natural scenery and an ancient temple
.
Best way to explore and special tips: Climb the volcanoes. Take care and
choose the right time to bathe in the hot spring.
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