Monday, December 24, 2012

The most expensive sightseeings in China

With people's living standards improving all the time, travel has become a top priority for people when off-duty. China's admission rates are often simply too high to still be acceptable. Tourist attractions in foreign countries mostly depend on the surrounding tourism infrastructure for additional revenue rather than on admission fees. However, most Chinese attractions have to rely on entrance fees for income. The following attractions is the most expensive for your China travel.
1. Hengdian World Studios
Hengdian World Studios, Asia's largest film studio, is located in Hengdian village, Dongyang County in Zhejiang Province. The studio finds itself some 380 kilometers from Shanghai. It was dubbed "Chinese Hollywood" by U.S. Hollywood magazine.

It consists of 13 shooting areas, with additional building areas of 495,995 square meters. The studio also holds several records, including: Largest indoor Buddha figure in China, largest indoor studio and biggest tourist attraction.
Admission: 390 yuan (US$62) (through ticket);
350 yuan (US$55.7) (reserve online);
650 yuan (US$103.4) (through ticket + Dreams Ville);
490 yuan (US$78) (reserve online);
2. Potala Palace
The palace stands perched on top of Hongshan Mountain in the center of Lhasa, the capital of Tibet, 3,600 meters above sea level. Potala Palace was first constructed in 641 by Tibetan King Songtsen Gampo in order to welcome his bride, Princess Wencheng of the Tang Dynasty (618-907). After it was renovated by the Fifth Dalai Lama between 1645 and 1693, it went on to become the chief residence of the Dalai Lama. The Potala Palace is a must-see attraction for your Tibet tours.

Admission: 200 yuan (US$31.6) (May 1 - Oct 31); 100 yuan (US$) (Nov 1 - Apr 30);
3. Wulingyuan Scenic and Historic Area
The Wulingyuan Scenic and Historic Area is located in Zhangjiajie City, about 265 kilometers (164.66 miles) from the provincial capital of Changsha, Hunan Province.

Covering an area of more than 26,000 hectares, Wulingyuan is composed of the world-famous Zhangjiajie National Forest Park, the Tianzishan mountain range and the Suoxi Valley, which all combined offer visitors a vast array of spectacular scenic sights. It is known for its beautiful forests, odd-shaped rock formations, exquisite canyons, limestone caves and jaw-dropping panoramic views. The area is also home to a wide number of endangered plant and animal species. It was designated a UNESCO World Heritage Site in 1992.
Admission: 248 yuan (US$39.22)
The above-mentioned attractions are expensive but they are always contained in the popular China tour package.

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