China is the world's most populous country located in East Asia. It has a vast landscape that includes grasslands, deserts, mountains, lakes, rivers, and 14,500 km of coastline. Beijing, the capital, mixes modern and historic sites such as Tiananmen Square. Shanghai is China's largest city and a global financial center with many skyscrapers. The iconic Great Wall of China stretches across northern China. The document then provides summaries of various cities and regions in China including their historical and cultural significance.