Oliver Bennett's report on China - Best For
Posted On
20.03.07
Full-on fascinating culture China offers a complete immersion into a fascinating and ancient culture. My favourite Beijing experience was a trip by cycle rickshaw through the Hutongs: Beijing's ancient narrow streets, with low-eaved houses and photogenic alleyways. Some date back 700 years - and if it helps, the finest Hutong district is close to some great bars overlooking Shishahai Lake.
Number 1 Hot Spring If you make it to Hainan, then try the Nantian Resort and Spa, billed on the road-sign as 'China's Number 1 Hot Spring'. This inventive spa has ten different springs, including one laced with coffee and another with coconut water. Fabulous.
Buddha by the beach Also in Hainan is the phenomenal Nanshan Buddhism Cultural Park where you can see the new Hainan Buddha, currently the biggest statue in the world at 108 metres high.
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