The field of tiny caves that mark this Chinese cliffside are each their own historic Buddhist temple.

This probably wasn't what Mao had in mind.

Snow-capped peaks, colorful waterfalls and stunning vistas on the edge of the Himalayas.

A natural arch offers panoramic views of Yangshuo's karst hills.

The most famous location in China was home to whole dynasties worth of imperial rulers.

This vertical pinnacle in China was the inspiration for the floating mountains in the movie “Avatar.”

This under-visited temple is nestled within one of Shanghai's traditional shikumen-style residential blocks.

This ratty natural history collection is a charming relic among a city rushing into modernity.

This former textile district now is now a thriving center for contemporary Chinese art.

A giant scale model giving a sneak peek at what urban planners see for Shanghai by 2020.

A son-and-daughter meat market, hawked by mom and dad.

The once highest point in China blends symbolic design with a kick of adrenaline.

Rivers of cattle blood gone, a strange Escheresque building remains, the last of its kind.

A series of tiny artificial islands rich with produce bob atop the surface of the lake.

These serpents are considered holy and pampered accordingly.

This gem-encrusted temple is said to contain some of the Buddha's hair which can make the deaf hear and the blind see.

Over 2,000 ancient temples dot the Myanmar landscape at the site of this famed archaeological site.