Nature in China

A lake that borders Kazakhstan and Russia allegedly harbors the giant "Terror Trout" or "Chinese Nessie."

Home to around 40 different species, this forest was also the setting for "Crouching Tiger, Hidden Dragon."

One of the word's deepest gorges is also tied to a fantastic legend.

Rainbow-hued in the summer and crystalline in the winter, this salty lake has inspired battles, temples, and plenty of awe.

A bright turquoise river cascades beautifully down stepped terraces in southern China.

This abandoned fishing settlement may well be the greenest village in the world.

No one is exactly sure why over a hundred lakes have formed amongst the tallest sand dunes on Earth.

A part of the world's largest marsh seems to be growing bright red Martian grass.

This quiet area of Yunnan Province annually transforms into an unbelievable sea of yellow flowers.

Are these prehistoric metal pipes evidence of alien plumbers? Nope, but they are amazing nonetheless.

The tallest stationary dunes on Earth also happen to sing.

A canvas of crops grow from vibrant red soil in this terraced farmland.

Unique geological formations in China, featuring some suggestive shapes.

Not one, not two, but three natural bridges remain in this captivating spot post-sinkhole.

A lush desert oasis in the shape of a narrow crescent.

This working replica of the 'Friends' coffee shop is more accurate to the show than the set itself.