A view of Nanjing, capital city of Jiangsu Province /CFP
Established as sister cities in 1998, Nanjing in east China's Jiangsu Province and Perth in Western Australia both offer a diverse array of attractions for visitors to explore.
A view of the Jiming Temple, a renowned Buddhist temple in Nanjing, and the nearby Xuanwu Lake /CFP
A former capital city steeped in Chinese history, Nanjing boasts abundant cultural and historical resources.
A view of the Nanjing City Wall /CFP
Dating back to the Ming Dynasty (1368-1644), the City Wall of Nanjing is one of the best-preserved ancient city walls in China. Visitors can stroll along parts of the wall and enjoy sweeping views of the city.
A view of Fuzimiao in Nanjing /CFP
Fuzimiao, a Confucian temple and former site of an imperial examination hall, now attracts tourists with its restored temple buildings and bustling pedestrian streets.
The Sun Yat-sen Mausoleum in Nanjing /CFP
The city also hosts the mausoleum of Sun Yat-sen, a pivotal figure in Chinese history who led the revolution ending imperial rule.
The Nanjing Yangtze River Bridge is a national landmark. /CFP
Nanjing's modern landmarks include the iconic Nanjing Yangtze River Bridge, China's first domestically-designed modern bridge spanning the Yangtze, the longest river in the country.
A night view of Perth in Western Australia /CFP
Perth is the capital city of Western Australia and the fourth most populous city in Australia, with a population of over 2.3 million.
Government House in Perth /CFP
The city features significant cultural sites like Parliament House, Government House, the Supreme Court Buildings, and the Perth Mint, known for producing the world's largest gold coin weighing 1,000 kilograms.
The world's largest gold coin is seen at the Perth Mint. /CFP
Situated on the traditional lands of the Whadjuk Noongar people, Perth offers visitors the opportunity to explore Aboriginal history dating back at least 45,000 years.
Winthrop Hall, the most prominent landmark on the main campus of the University of Western Australia /CFP
The city hosts all five of Western Australia's universities and is consistently ranked among the world's most livable cities.
A view of Cottesloe Beach in Perth, Australia /CFP
Renowned for its natural resources, Perth boasts an average of 8.8 hours of sunshine per day, earning its reputation as Australia's sunniest regional capital. Its pristine beaches are popular for water sports, coastal walks, and leisurely days in the sun.
A quokka is seen on the beach of Rottnest Island off the coast of Perth, Australia. /CFP
Offshore, Rottnest Island serves as a tranquil escape, renowned for its unique flora and fauna, including the adorable quokka, a local marsupial.