Another extraordinary addition to China's long list of UNESCO World Heritage Sites, Sanqing Shan is situated in northeastern Jiangxi Province and was inscribed on the world heritage list in 2008 for its "superlative natural phenomena." Visitors to the area are treated to landscapes featuring a wealth of fantastically shaped granite landforms, often resembling human or animal silhouettes. Rapidly changing meteorological conditions create the perfect canvas for nature to contrive arresting vistas full of bright, cloud-penetrating halos and spectral rainbows. The area is also features primeval forests packed with incredible biodiversity and numerous waterfalls, some of them 60 meters (180 feet) tall, as well as a variety of lakes and springs. An already popular tourist attraction, the mountain is probably best visited mid-week or during spring or autumn (autumn... more >>

Jiangxi's capital, Nanchang, is famed among Chinese for being the birthplace of the People's Liberation Army. Indeed, it was in Nanchang in 1927 that revolutionary heroes Zhou Enlai and Zhu De led 30,000 troops in mutiny against the Kuomintang; today, the date of the uprising, August 1, is celebrated throughout China, and Nanchang remains a site of pilgrimage for patriotic Chinese. Even if revolutionary history isn't your cup of tea, Nanchang has plenty to offer. However, it may be more for what you'll find in the surrounding countryside than in the city itself. Thanks to its excellent air, rail and road connections, Nanchang make the perfect base for exploring northern Jiangxi, from bucolic Wuyuan to the ancient porcelain center of Jingdezhen to the cool mountain retreat of Lushan. All are within easy reach, and day trips from Nanchang to nearby destinations like the ancien... more >>

Lu Shan, a mountain town situated in the northern reaches of Jiangxi province, is best known for its cool summer days, abundant flora and spectacular views over the Jiangxi plains. Set amongst mist-cloaked peaks, with Buddhist and Taoist temples blending seamlessly with the rugged landscape, its no wonder the area was designated a UNESCO World Heritage Site. Lu Shan is an ideal place to get off the beaten track and explore. After a short walk in almost any direction you're likely to find one of the 200 odd historical buildings scattered about the mountain's craggy outcrops. Dragon Head Cliff to the west of town is a natural rock platform perched atop a cliff which plunges several hundred meters to the ground. The mountain itself has 99 separate peaks, the highest of which are hidden by clouds for most of the year. Hanyang Peak, standing 1,474m above sea level offers view... more >>

The birthplace of the Red Army and "cradle of the Chinese revolution," Jinggang Mountain in southern Jiangxi vies with Mao Zedong's hometown of Shaoshan for the title of "the reddest place in China." Located in the Luoxian Mountains, Jinggang Shan is a major attraction for domestic tourists interested in revolutionary history; tens of thousands flock there each year to sites such as the mint of the Red Army and the Revolution Museum and the Martyrs' Cemetery. The local economy is founded on this wealth of Communist history and the Party has been sure to keep it in tip-top condition, with some of the best roads in China connecting various sites scattered across the mountain's lush green slopes. Few foreigners make it out to Jinggang Shan, which is too bad--aside from the obvious historical value, it's a very... more >>

Known throughout China as the home of the country's most famous porcelain and ceramics, Jingdezhen claims a rich 1700-year history as the home of imperial potters. Still reputable for producing top-quality ceramics, Jingdezhen has grown into a manufacturing hub, but the city also continues as a popular tourist destination due to its historical accolades. Just three hours from the capital of Jiangxi province, Nanchang, Jingdezhen is also conveniently located near Huang Shan, Wuyuan and Lu Shan, making it an excellent satellite city for travelers looking to explore the outlying mountains. more >>