The Red Beach is located in the Liaohe River Delta, about 30 kilometers southwest of Panjin City in northeast China’s Liaoning province. The beach gets its name from its appearance, which is caused by a type of sea weed that flourishes in the saline-alkali soil. (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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