For some fresh air and greenery, head down to Chenshan Botanical Garden, which covers more than 2 sq km in Songjiang district.
Shanghai is such a busy city that sometimes one has to crack his or her mind to find a place to get away. For those who are fond of nature, Dongtan Wetland in Chongming Island is a premier choice.
For those who want to integrate into the life of the locals, try Shanghai's ancient town of Qibao. Apart from the ancient-style buildings, stone bridges and small rivers, the town is a food haven.
The Tianning Temple, located in the southwestern part of Beijing, is famous for its Tianning Pagoda.
Popular tourist sites in Beijing are probably not the best destinations to visit during the National Day holiday.
Located immediately to the east of Tian'anmen Square, the hutong named Dongjiao Minxiang seems worlds away from all the hustle and bustle of the square.
In Chengdu's western suburb, there's a wonderland called Floraland that magically mixes Disneyland-style theme park with local flavor.
Tianjin is a good choice if you want to spend the National Day holiday exploring the lesser-known yet charming places.
The best destinations during the transition from summer into autumn are campsites that can offer visitors the opportunity to count the stars.
The beautiful scenery of Hulun Buir grassland in north China's Inner Mongolia autonomous region attracts a great number of tourists at home and abroad to Hulun Buir grassland every summer.
A rich history filled with social treasures created the perfect environment for a variety of unique Chinese folk houses.
The Wuyiling Wetlands Natural Reserve has the highest wetlands in Lesser Khingan and the largest permafrost islets, containing a rich diversity of flora and fauna.
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