The Three Natural Bridges are a series of natural limestone bridges located in Wulong County, Chongqing Municipality.(Photo source: xinhuanet.com)

The Qingming Festival, or Clear and Bright Festival, is a traditional Chinese festival falls on April 5 this year. For the Chinese, it is a day to remember and honor one's ancestors at grave sites. Also on Qingming, people go on family outings. Here are five recommended spring outing destinations during the three-day-long holidays.

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