With China’s coastline covering over 18,000 kilometers, you need not travel far to find a picturesque island break. There are a number of undiscovered gems for those seeking a getaway from the Chinese mainland and we take a look at some of the best islands that are closer to home than you may think.

CHI takes a close look at China’s mammoth coastline to unearth some of the country’s less well known beaches that are also among its cleanest.

Check out the best places to catch some sun this summer in Beijing.

CHI checks out some of the best places to visit in Shanghai during summer.

With so much focus on China's big cities, sometimes people can forget that China has coastline with beautiful beaches. CHI has rounded up the top 5 of China's best beaches, so a holiday on China's coast could be something to consider this summer.