A month in China : History and Culture : tour suggestion from BeiJingBuzzz

History and Culture Tour of China

Week 1-2: Beijing and Surroundings

• Explore Beijing's historical sites, including the Forbidden City, Temple of Heaven, and Summer Palace.
• Hike the Great Wall of China and visit the Ming Tombs.
• Explore the ancient imperial city of Pingyao and the Yungang Grottoes.

Week 3: Xi'an and Shaanxi Province

• Visit the Terracotta Army and explore the ancient city walls of Xi'an.
• Discover the historical sites along the Silk Road, including the Giant Wild Goose Pagoda and Shaanxi History Museum.
• Explore the ancient cave dwellings of Yan'an.

Week 4: Cultural Highlights Tour

• Visit the ancient water towns of Suzhou and Zhouzhuang.
• Explore the traditional villages of Fujian's Hakka Tulou.
• Discover the Confucian temples and traditional gardens of Shandong Province.