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This ancient land is so filled not only with natural beauty but also with mystery thus making it very attractive to many foreign visitors. China also boasts off rich culture and interesting history. China is the third largest country in the world with 9,600,000 sq km of land area and is also the most populous. Many of its natural resources are magnificent and are a delight to see.
\n\nBut perhaps the greatest treasure of this ancient country is her rich and long history. The first human evolution in the land was said to be dated as early as 1.7 million years ago. The Xia Dynasty, established in 21st century B.C., was the first of the many Chinese dynasties. The prevailing cultural and economic system then was feudalism. It was not until Sun Yat-sen\u2019s 1911 revolution that the 4,000 year-monarchy was put to an end. October 1, 1949 marked the birth of modern China aptly named as the \u2018People\u2019s Republic of China\u2019. From the on, China has adapted new reforms like opening-up policy to foreign markets.<\/p>\n

China, because of its history, culture and natural wonders is rapidly becoming a favorite tourist destination. So let\u2019s take a quick look at two of China\u2019s famed cities.<\/p>\n

Shenzhen<\/h3>\n

\"Shenzhen\"<\/a>Given Shenzhen\u2019s location being neighbors to Hong Kong and the Pearl River Delta has made it geographically advantageous for economic development. In fact, the first Special Economic Zone in China was developed in Shenzhen in 1980. Because of its rapid economic growth, Shenzhen is now one of China\u2019s most celebrated cities.<\/p>\n

Although Shenzhen does not have vast historical attractions to offer unlike other Chinese\u2019 famous cities, it has built several entertaining theme parks that also educate visitors about China\u2019s history and also of the world\u2019s. China Folk Culture Villages and Splendid China gives visitors a tour to China\u2019s long history, whereas the Window of the World will give a traveler a one-day trip to every corner of the world. Other major tourist attractions in Shenzhen include the Safari Park in Nanshan district, Happy Valley, the Dameisha Promenade, Zhongying Jie\/Chung Ying Street, Xiaomeisha Beach Resort in Yantian district, Minsk World and Xianhu Lake Botanical Garden.<\/p>\n

Guangzhou<\/h3>\n

\"Guangzhou\"<\/a>This prosperous metropolitan area is the capital of the province of Guangdong. Guangzhou is not only the capital city to Guangdong but is also center to its political, cultural, scientific and economic life. The city is also famously called Canton, its alternative English name. It is a harbor to Pearl River Delta; it is situated close to Hong Kong and extends to South China Sea. Given its advantageous physical location, Guangzhou earned its name as China\u2019s South Gate.<\/p>\n

But before Guangzhou became its now metropolitan reputation, in earlier days, it was famous for being China\u2019s capital city for three notable Chinese dynasties \u2013 Nan Han, Nan Yue, and Nan Ming. Given its important historical background, it was listed as one of 24 most renowned historical cities. Well-known historic highlights include the Tower of Zhenhai, the Western Han Nanyue King\u2019s Tomb Museum, and the famed Memorial Hall, Sun Yat-sen.<\/p>\n

The year 1949 is the year for Shanghai\u2019s liberation. The Chinese Communist state has taken over the control of the city. It became the home for China\u2019s Science and Technology advances aside from repossession of its economic, industrial and shipping center.<\/p>\n

In 1978, standard of living improved in Shanghai and people had benefited from national policies. Foreign technologies as well as reconstruction and reform of economic system have been introduced which until now has taking its toll on Shanghai\u2019s economic power. Today, Asia\u2019s cosmopolitan city, Shanghai is characterized by innovation and modernization of services and infrastructure.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

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