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Sun Yat-sen (1866-1925), known as the “Father of Modern China”, was a physician and a forebear of the Chinese revolution, which overturned the Qing Dynasty (1644-1911), China’s last monarchy. If you are visiting Nanjing, the capital of Jiangsu province, the mausoleum of Sun Yat-sen is a must-see. Read more in the China Daily Holiday Travel article Special treat in Nanjing.

An hour’s drive from downtown Shanghai is Zhujiajiao, a 1,000-year-old town built around Dianpu Creek, a branch of the Huangpu River. Read more in the China Daily Holiday Travel article Day trip to water town.

Hemudu Cultural Site Museum, Zhejiang Province, reveals the life of a tribe active 7,000 years ago. Read more in the China Daily Holiday Travel article Hemudu site: Living exhibit of Neolithic Age.

The China Daily website is inviting foreign readers to share their China stories with its worldwide audience. Whether you are an expat in China, once traveled around the country, or had a short stay, you are welcome to join! Find out more in Share your China stories.

The ancient towns and villages of eastern Zhejiang Province and its picturesque scenery have been the location of many films, Lu Yi reports in the China Daily Travel article Just like being in a movie. Eastern Zhejiang province is one of the most romantic regions of China. The idyllic corridor between the ocean and mountains has inspired legions of movie makers, drawn to its natural beauty and picture postcard towns.