China is a country in East Asia, Asia with a rich history, unique culture and some remarkable records. Here are the most interesting facts about China that most people don't know.
China invented paper, printing, gunpowder, and the compass — four inventions that transformed human civilisation. The Great Wall, if stretched out, would reach the Moon halfway.
China has the world's largest population at 1.4 billion people.
The Great Wall of China is the longest structure ever built by humans.
China invented paper, printing, gunpowder and the compass.
China has more UNESCO World Heritage Sites than any other country.
China invented paper, printing, gunpowder, and the compass — four inventions that transformed human civilisation. The Great Wall, if stretched out, would reach the Moon halfway.
China is known for several remarkable places that attract visitors and define the country's identity:
A 21,196km UNESCO fortification stretching across northern China — visible from low orbit
The world's largest palace complex — a UNESCO city of 9,999 rooms in Beijing's heart
Dramatic karst limestone peaks rising from mist above winding river waters
Soaring sandstone pillars that inspired the floating mountains in Avatar
China invented paper, printing, gunpowder, and the compass — four inventions that transformed human civilisation. The Great Wall, if stretched out, would reach the Moon halfway.
The capital of China is Beijing.
China has a population of approximately 1.41B.
The official language of China is Mandarin Chinese.
China gained independence in 221 BCE.
China uses the Yuan (¥).