China

Chinese civilization stretches back until at least the 3rd millennium bc, the country being ruled by a series of dynasties until the Qing (or Manchu) dynasty was overthrown by Sun Yat-sen in 1911; China was proclaimed a republic the following year. After World War II, the Kuomintang government of Chiang Kai-shek was overthrown by the Communists under Mao Zedong, and the People's Republic of China was declared in 1949. Market-oriented reforms were introduced in the last quarter of the twentieth century.

China is a different world. Unless you have a couple of years and unlimited patience, it's best to follow an itinerary here, such as following the Silk Road, sailing down the Yangtze River, or exploring the landscape of Guangxi Province.

Best Itineraries To Follow:

When To Go

You can basically visit China at anytime of the year. Spring (March-May) and autumn (September-November) are the best times to visit China, but the higher altitude areas of Tibet, Qinghai and Western Sichuan are best visited in high summer (June-September). If you are going to the south of China, winter (December-Feburary) is the cheapest time, and it is not too cold.