2022 International Museums Day:
A Journey Through China’s Unmissable Museums

China’s 5000 year civilization has left behind a rich cultural legacy encompassing astonishing 56 World Heritage Sites and 42 intangible cultural heritage practices. On that basis alone, no traveller, especially one deeply fascinated by history and culture, can afford to miss China as a travel destination.

One of the best places to learn about China’s long history and the wonders of its civilization is in its museums. China Travel Course recommends a special tour featuring ten unique Chinese museums that will allow you to appreciate the role of Chinese museums in preserving and passing down this ancient civilization whilst embracing the future with technology and innovation. This tour also acts as a world heritage, panda and food tour, allowing you to visit ten World Heritage Sites, get up close and personal with lovable pandas, and sample the edible delights of China, a land boasting a rich array of delicious cuisines.

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A Journey Through China’s Unmissable Museums: Elective Courses Section1, Chapter 2 Themed Tours

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How to obtain a certificate?

The user who registered as a “Travel Agent” will get an official certificate after learning. To get the certificate of China Travel Course, you need to complete all the core courses, and pass the exams. You also need to complete any five sections of the elective courses and pass the exams accordingly to get the certificate.

Benefits of certificate

The official certificate issued by the China Cultural Center or China National Tourist Office Overseas will increase customers’ trust and recognition. You have the chance to participate in events held by China Cultural Center or China National Tourist Office Overseas in your region, receive gifts, or be invited to visit China, etc.

The certificate of the China Travel Course is valid for 2 years. 90 days before the expiration date of the certification, an email will be sent to you. It is necessary to complete 3 untaken sections of the elective courses within 90 days before the expiration date to renew the qualification. After the renewal, the validity period of the certification will be extended for another 2 years.

The Journey Through China’s Unmissable Museums

Best time to visit: April – October

Recommended tour length: 15 days

Day 1-3 Beijing (recommended entry city)

Day 4-5 Dunhuang

Distance between Beijing and Dunhuang: Approx. 2,300 km

Recommended mode of transport: Flight, approx. 3 hours

Day 6-7 Xi’an

Distance between Dunhuang and Xi’an: Approx. 1,700 km

Recommended mode of transport: Flight, approx. 2.5 hours

Day 8-9 Luoyang

Distance between Xi’an-Luoyang: Approx. 400 km

Recommended mode of transport: High-speed rail, approx. 1.5 hours

Day 10 Zhengzhou

Distance between Luoyang-Zhengzhou: Approx. 170 km

Recommended mode of transport: high-speed rail, approx. 30 minutes

Day 11-12 Chengdu

Distance between Zhengzhou-Chengdu: Approx. 1,200 km

Recommended mode of transport: Flight, approx. 2 hours

Day 13-15 Shanghai (recommended departure city)

Distance between Chengdu-Shanghai, approx. 2,000 km

Recommended mode of transport: Flight, approx. 3 hours

Suzhou day trip

Distance: approx. 100 km one way

Recommended mode of transport: Car, approx. 1 hour 40 minutes one way; High-speed rail, approx. 30 minutes one way

线路亮点：博物馆

故宫博物院(世界文化遗产，5A景区)，北京

世界上规模最大、保存最完整的木结构宫殿建筑群

故宫博物院建立在明清两朝（明朝：1368-1644年，清朝：1636-1912年）皇宫——紫禁城的基础上，有600多年的历史，是世界上规模最大、保存最完整的木结构宫殿建筑群，1987年被联合国教科文组织列为世界文化遗产。走进故宫博物院，您沿中轴线前行，依次可以看到太和殿、中和殿、保和殿三大殿，这是国家举行大典礼的地方，继续前行可以看到皇帝和皇后居住的正宫，其后为御花园。

推荐您使用“全景故宫”沉浸式地体验故宫，您可以走进各大殿，发现中国古典建筑的细节之美，也可以不受季节限制，领略故宫“春夏秋冬”四时变换的美景。

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