Frommer's China: The 50 Most Memorable Trips, Third Edition 中国:50个最难忘的旅行

A personal journey to the highlights of the "Middle Kingdom"–from the Great Wall to the Great Buddha–and everything you need to know to plan an adventure of your own.
　　We’ll Take you to:
China’s fabled cities, from the ancient capitals of Beijing and Xi’an to the modern metropolises of Shanghai and Chongqing
The most unforgettable sights, from the Forbidden City to the First Emperor’s Terra-Cotta Warriors
Outdoor adventures, from hiking the sacred mountains to exploring the Buddhist caves of Mogao and Longmen
The legendary Silk Road, the Yangzi and Li Rivers, giant panda preserves, and more
Inside you’ll find:
Personal, first-hand descriptions, and all the practical details you need to plan a trip of your own
Tips for navigating China’s languages, cultures, cuisines, and customs
The best places to stay and dine throughout the country
Over 60 city and regional maps

LIST OF MAPS
WHY Go TO CHINA?
Northeast China: Traditions & Treasures
BSijing: The Unforbidden City
The Great Wall: Four Views from B~ijing
Chdngdd: Summer Home of the Emperors
Datong: Hanging Monastery
Harbin: Tigers & Ice
QingdSo: Beaches & Beer
Wdifang: Kingdom of the Kite
Qufu: Birthplace of Confucius
Southeast China: Commerce & Culture
Shanghai: Back to the Future
Suzhou: The Garden City
Haingzhou: Tea on West Lake
Lake Tai: The Great Lake of China
　The Grand Canal: The Infinite Waterway
Xiamen: Amoy Mon Amour
Guangzhou (Canton): The Gate to China
Hong Kong: The Dragon of the South
Central China: Antiquities & Adventures
Xi'an: The Ancient Capital
The First Emperor's Terra-Cotta Army
Kaifeng: The Forgotten Capital
L6ngmdn Caves: Stone Gate of the Dragon
Ch6ngqing: Powerhouse of the Yangzi
Daves Caves: The Wheel of Life
Chengdu: Home of the Panda
Leshan: At the Foot of the Great Buddha
Southwest China: Searching for Shangri-La
Guilfn: The Landscape of Dreams
Yaingshuo: The Stone Garden
Sanjiang: A Bridge of Wind & Rain
Beihai: Sandworms & Pearls
Kammfng: City of Eternal Spring
Datli: The Far Kingdom
Lijiang: China's Shangri-La
Silk Road China: Cities of Sand
Jiayfiguan: End of the Great Wall
Dcmhuaing: Crescent Moon Lake & the Singing Sands
The Caves of Mogao
Turpan: Lost Cities
urtimqi: The Lake of Heaven
Kashgar: The Gate to Central Asia
Mountain China: Pinnacles& Sacred Peaks
Huang Sham The Summit of Beauty
Wulingyuan: China's Yellowstone
Lu Sham Hill Station of the Rich & Famous
Wutai Sham Buddhist Peak of the North
Heng Shan Bei Yue: Sacred Mountain of the North
Jifihua Sham Buddhist Peak of the South
Heng Shan Nain Yue: Sacred Mountain of the South
Putuo Sham Buddhist Peak of the East
Tai Sham Sacred Mountain of the East
tmei Sham Buddhist Peak of the West
Huh Sham Sacred Mountain of the West
Song Shan/Shao Lfn: Sacred Mountain of the Center
Appendices
China by River: Up & Down the Yangzi
Travel in China
Customs, Attitudes & Enigmas: The Chinese Way
A Quick History
Temples, Mosques & Churches
The Chinese Language
INDEX