In July, the hottest period in China begins, and finding places for your summer vacation becomes an oft-discussed issue among travel-addicts.
There are many great places to spend a cool summer vacation in China, just follow ChinaTour.com to discover them one by one.
Jiuzhaigou National Park
Jiuzhaigou, the legendary paradise on earth, is world-known for its ever-changing waters and mesmerizing scenery. Its bluer-than-blue lakes, rushing waterfalls, deep green trees backed by snowy mountains, and sparsely dotted Tibetan villages attract flocks of travelers to pay a visit annually. Immerse yourself in the breathtaking Jiuzhaizhou Valley and enjoy the experience of wandering around this otherworldly spectacle！
Huangshan
Huangshan is famous for its four scenic wonders, namely, legendary pines, picturesque rocks, sea of cloud and hot spring, which captivates tens of thousands of travelers all year round. In summer, forested trees, cascading waterfalls, luxuriant hills, and amazing sunrises are all special offers, making Huangshan an ideal summer resort for travelers.
Shangri-La
Shangri-La is a wonderful place for getting off the beaten track, with plenty of trekking and horse-riding opportunities as well as secluded monasteries and villages. The lush grass, snow-capped mountains, azure clean waters, and clear blue sky are all great reasons to discover this mysterious place. If you want to escape from the bustling world along your trip to China, Shangri-La has something for you!
Qingdao
Qingdao enjoys the reputation of ‘China’s Switzerland’ because of its unique appearance: the perfect blend of German architecture and modern city planning. It is just like a sparkling pearl embedded on the Coast of the Huanghai River. Qingdao, a city full of fragrant beer, has much to offer for your summer vacation, such as warm seawater, cozy sand, stretching beaches, favorable weather, the famous Beer Festival, savory fresh seafood, and much more.
Tibet
Though not exactly Shangri-la, Tibet has nonetheless held the imagination of western spiritual seekers, adventurers, and intrepid travelers for centuries. The reputed ‘Roof of the World’ offers the incredible highland landscape, awe-inspiring monastic cities, epic road trips, and unique Himalayan culture. Take a Tibet tour and discover this sacred Holy Land in depth!
Guilin
Guilin, home to amazing Karst scenery, is a solid fixture on the tourist circuit along your China travels, drawing regular crowds annually with its incredibly charming scenery. Take a boat rafting on the picturesque Li River, and you’ll have an illusion of indulging in a beautiful painting gallery.
Yangshuo
You would never know how beautiful Guilin’s scenery is until you visited Yangshuo. This peaceful small town enjoys the most enchanting scenery along the Li River, where travelers can venture off by bicycle or hiking through lush green valleys. Here, the fabulous Impressive Liusanjie Performance, bustling West Street, and ancient Xingping Town are all awaiting your exploration.
Qinghai Lake
Qinghai Lake, the biggest inner lake in China, is also worth a visit despite the fatigue of a long journey. However you go, by bike or by bus, the breathtaking scenery on the way makes the long rides and dizzyingly high altitude well worth bearing. In July, the yellow fields of flowers are blooming and the boisterous Bicycling around Qinghai Lake Competition is also held during this period.