About China
China (officially the People's Republic of China) is the world's most populous country and the fourth largest by area. It has a long recorded history with rich cultural, scientific and artistic achievements — from ancient dynasties and the Silk Road to modern megacities like Shanghai and Shenzhen.
Travel highlights include archaeological sites (e.g. Terracotta Army), imperial palaces (Forbidden City), natural wonders (Zhangjiajie, Guilin), and unique cultural experiences across diverse regions and ethnic groups.
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- Capital
- Beijing
- Language
- Mandarin (Standard)
- Currency
- Renminbi (CNY)
- Area
- ~9.6 million km²
- Time zone
- UTC+8 (single national time)