China is known throughout the world as an incredibly diverse and politically interesting country. A vacation in Asia that includes a stay in China will be filled with sightseeing and an array of activities. Since China is such a large country, most travelers concentrate on one or just a few popular areas, and many take advantage of Asia vacation packages. Due to some of the political restrictions currently in place in China, it is a good idea to research rules for foreigners before any vacation in Asia.

With a long history mired in tradition, China is full of things to do and see. For those looking to include shopping as part of their China vacation in Asia, there are wide expanses of markets to choose from, such as the Panjiayuan Jiuhuo Shichang market in Beijing, or the Kaifen Night Market in Kaifeng. Palaces in China also abound, with some of the most famous actually being Tibetan in origin, like the Potala Palace in Lhasa that once served as both a monastery and prison. Whether you head to Beijing to explore the Forbidden City, check out the Great Wall of China, or take a ferry ride in Hong Kong, China is sure to enthrall any traveler.