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Ban Gioc-Detian is the collective name for two waterfalls on the Quây Sơn river, which divides China and Vietnam.

▲In this stunning region, you can find enormous waterfalls and varied flora. Many different animal species are also found here.

▲Fenghuang is an ancient city that is incredibly well-preserved. It houses many unique languages, costumes, art, and architectural remnants from the Ming and Qing eras.

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This colorful city features a large lake and towering mountains.

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In order to get to one of the most gorgeous regions in China, you must cross the Karakoram Highway, a route that due to altitude, political conflict, and weather conditions, is one of the most dangerous in the world. Karakul is found in the Xinjiang Uyghur Autonomous Region, found in eastern China near the Tajikistan border.

▲The salty, crystal-clear lake is surrounded by snow-topped mountains and breathtaking landscapes. Although it is dangerous to get to this location, 3,600 m (11,811 ft) above sea level, some tourists risk it to discover the wonders of the "black lake."

▲This tiny Chinese village is still completely conserved and intact.

▲Nature-lovers flock to the lake in this iconic village. In the distance, majestic mountains create a perfect backdrop.

▲Located in the northwest Chinese province of Gansu, this region is famous for its geological park, featuring unique mountains that attract many tourists. As the result of millions of years of erosion and other geological processes, the rocks of Zhangye Danxia exhibit beautiful, multicolored layers.

▲Snow-covered mountains, forests full of diversity, waterfalls, natural pools, and thermal fountains are just some of the natural wonders you can find here.

▲It is also known as the Stone Forest due to its miles of limestone rock formations.

▲The high rock formations seem to comprise a forest of their own, welcoming tourists from all over the world.

▲This stunning landscape is home to the city of Yangshuo. The steep green mountains dominate the horizon and seem to guard the small province.

▲You'll also find a beautiful lake perfect for kayaking, and a rural landscape dotted with rice fields.

▲This incredible treasure is located in the northern province of Hunan. The park attracts tourists with its peaks and pillars of colossal rocks and deep valleys.

▲Thousands of natural sandstone formations dominate the landscape of this park, some of them reaching heights of 200 m (656 ft). It served as inspiration for the floating mountains in the film 'Avatar.'

▲These mountains are situated in the Chinese province of Fujian and were named a UNESCO World Heritage Site in 1999 due to their incredible biodiversity and cultural value.

▲Mountains, cliffs, and immense green areas make up this beautiful landscape and owe their existence to volcanic activity from millions of years ago.

▲This crescent-shaped lake is around 6 km (4 miles) south of Dunhang in Gansu. Many tourists arrive by camel to explore the stunning oasis.

▲This lake is believed to have existed for at least 2,000 years, but in the last few decades it has slowly started to disappear. In 2006 the government decided to artificially refill the lake, and it is currently growing back to its original size and depth.

▲These rice fields are so surreal that they appear to be painted. They are one of the most incredible attractions in China and a cultural symbol of the country.

▲The rice fields need to be flooded. The local people developed a technique to ensure the growth of rice in the steep mountains by building terraces and aqueducts along the sides.

▲It is considered by many to be the most beautiful countryside in China due to its sloping green spaces and colorful flowers.

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Lakes, flowers, and rustic buildings attract tourists to this area every year.

▲In the Chinese province of Sichuan, this gorgeous valley is home to a variety of ecosystems. The forests, caves, rivers, waterfalls, and lakes dazzle.

▲This 72,000-hectare national park was named a World Heritage Site by UNESCO in 1992. Explore gorgeous natural landscapes with valleys and mountains reaching 4,800 m (15,748 ft).

▲This is yet another beautiful valley located close to Jiuzhaigou. It has been a UNESCO World Heritage Site since 1992.

▲This incredible sandstone cave is a must-see in China. It is located close to Guilin. Its beautiful rock formations attract thousands of tourists from all over the world.

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The limestone walls of this cave are full of stalactites and stalagmites that create unique and remarkable patterns. The cave is decorated with multicolored lights that make it an even more spectacular sight.

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The "Sky Ladder" (Tianti) is not for the faint-hearted. It measures 168 meters (551 feet) and dangles between two cliffs at a height of 1,524 meters (5,000 feet.) The climbing route follows a via ferrata design, with steel handrails, footrests, tethers, and cables affixed to the rock face to assist climbers in navigating the steep slopes.

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China is known for its rich history and culture, but the country is also home to breathtaking landscapes. Away from the metropolitan areas you can find incredible landscapes untouched by mass tourism.

Indeed, from majestic mountains to crystalline lakes, China is a true natural beauty. Click on this gallery to see the hidden wonders of China.