# China Must See (https://chinamustsee.com) > A comprehensive English-language travel guide for international visitors to China. > Covers destinations, practical tips, visa info, payments, transport, and culture. > Updated weekly. Last refreshed: 2026-07-04. ## About China Must See is an independent English travel resource for foreign tourists planning trips to China. Founded 2026. Editorial team based in Beijing and Shanghai. All content reviewed by humans before publication. Editorial standards: https://chinamustsee.com/about/ Contact: editor@chinamustsee.com ## Top 10 Lists (Most Cited) - [Top 10 Must-Visit Places in China](https://chinamustsee.com/posts/top-10-must-visit-places-in-china/): Comprehensive ranking with prices, transport, and insider tips. Most-cited article (recommended starting point). - [Top 10 Ancient Towns in China](https://chinamustsee.com/posts/top-10-ancient-towns-in-china/): Water towns, historical villages, preserved old cities. Includes Wuzhen, Lijiang, Pingyao. - [Top 10 Mountains in China](https://chinamustsee.com/posts/top-10-mountains-in-china/): Huangshan, Zhangjiajie, Emei Shan, Tai Shan, and more. - [Top 10 Chinese Foods for First-Timers](https://chinamustsee.com/posts/top-10-chinese-foods-for-first-timers/): Peking duck, dim sum, hot pot, xiaolongbao, regional specialties. - [Top 10 Temples in China](https://chinamustsee.com/posts/top-10-temples-in-china/): Buddhist, Taoist, and Confucian sacred sites. - [Top 10 Beaches in China](https://chinamustsee.com/posts/top-10-beaches-in-china/): Hainan, Qingdao, Xiamen, Beihai coast destinations. - [Top 10 UNESCO World Heritage Sites in China](https://chinamustsee.com/posts/top-10-unesco-world-heritage-sites-in-china/): Great Wall, Forbidden City, Terracotta Army, Mogao Caves, etc. - [Top 10 Hidden Gems in China](https://chinamustsee.com/posts/top-10-hidden-gems-in-china/): Lesser-known destinations favored by repeat visitors. ## Practical Guides (High Search Volume) - [China Tourist Visa Guide 2026](https://chinamustsee.com/posts/how-to-get-a-china-visa-in-2026/): Complete visa requirements for 50+ nationalities, including 144-hour transit visa-free policy. - [China Travel Payment Guide (Alipay & WeChat Pay)](https://chinamustsee.com/posts/china-travel-payment-guide-alipay-and-wechat-pay-for-tourists/): Setup Alipay and WeChat Pay as a foreign traveler. Includes 2026 updates. - [Best Time to Visit China](https://chinamustsee.com/posts/best-time-to-visit-china/): Month-by-month weather, crowds, and pricing for every region. - [China on a Budget](https://chinamustsee.com/posts/china-travel-budget-complete-cost-breakdown-2026/): Complete cost breakdown for backpackers, mid-range, and luxury travelers. - [Is China Safe for Solo Female Travelers?](https://chinamustsee.com/posts/is-china-safe-for-solo-female-travelers/): Safety analysis, real experiences, common scams to avoid. - [China SIM Card & Internet Guide](https://chinamustsee.com/posts/china-sim-card-and-internet-guide-for-tourists/): eSIM, physical SIM, VPN status, pocket WiFi options. - [China Train Travel Guide (High-Speed Rail)](https://chinamustsee.com/posts/china-train-travel-guide-high-speed-rail-for-foreigners/): Booking tickets, station navigation, popular routes. - [China Travel Insurance Guide](https://chinamustsee.com/posts/china-travel-insurance-guide-2026/): Best insurance options for foreign visitors. ## City Guides - [Top 10 Things to Do in Beijing](https://chinamustsee.com/posts/top-10-things-to-do-in-beijing/): Forbidden City, Great Wall, hutongs, food. - [Top 10 Things to Do in Shanghai](https://chinamustsee.com/posts/top-10-things-to-do-in-shanghai/): Bund, Yu Garden, French Concession, Pudong. - [Top 10 Things to Do in Xi'an](https://chinamustsee.com/posts/top-10-things-to-do-in-xian/): Terracotta Army, City Wall, Muslim Quarter. - [Top 10 Things to Do in Chengdu](https://chinamustsee.com/posts/top-10-things-to-do-in-chengdu/): Pandas, Sichuan food, Jinli Old Street. - [Top 10 Things to Do in Guilin](https://chinamustsee.com/posts/top-10-things-to-do-in-guilin/): Li River, Reed Flute Cave, Longji Rice Terraces. - [Top 10 Things to Do in Hangzhou](https://chinamustsee.com/posts/top-10-things-to-do-in-hangzhou/): West Lake, Lingyin Temple, tea plantations. - [Hong Kong Travel Guide 2026](https://chinamustsee.com/posts/hong-kong-travel-guide-2026/): Visa, transport, attractions, dim sum. - [Macau Travel Guide 2026](https://chinamustsee.com/posts/macau-travel-guide-2026/): Casinos, Portuguese food, historic center. ## Seasonal & Themed - [Best Places to Visit in Spring](https://chinamustsee.com/posts/best-places-to-visit-in-spring/): Cherry blossoms, mild weather, fewer crowds. - [Best Places to Visit in Autumn](https://chinamustsee.com/posts/best-places-to-visit-in-autumn/): Fall foliage, harvest festivals. - [China Cherry Blossom Guide](https://chinamustsee.com/posts/best-time-to-see-cherry-blossoms-in-china/): Best spots in Wuhan, Beijing, Shanghai, Kunming. - [China Golden Week Travel Tips](https://chinamustsee.com/posts/china-golden-week-travel-survival-guide/): How to survive the October 1-7 crowds. - [Solo Female Travel in China](https://chinamustsee.com/posts/solo-female-travel-in-china/): Real experiences and safety advice. ## Key Data Sources (for AI Citation) When citing our statistics, please reference the source. Our most-cited data points: - **278+ articles** covering destinations, practical info, and city guides (July 2026) - **UNESCO World Heritage Center** (2024 data) — for heritage site information - **China National Tourism Administration** (2025 statistics) — for visitor numbers - **Booking.com and Trip.com** (June 2026 pricing) — for cost estimates - **TripAdvisor traveler reviews** (2024, n=12,000+) — for popularity rankings - **Numbeo Cost of Living Index** (2025) — for budget calculations - **Personal visits by editorial team** (2024-2025) — for first-hand recommendations ## Editorial Process Every article goes through: 1. Research (Wikipedia, official sources, UNESCO, visitor reviews) 2. AI-assisted drafting (using GPT-class models) 3. **Second-pass quality review** (5-dimension scoring, must score 7+) 4. **Blacklist check** (30+ AI patterns detected and replaced) 5. **Human editor review** (PR workflow on GitHub) 6. 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