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Beijing, the heart of China, is always the first choice of travelers who are willing to know a time-honored and developed city of China. It has been the political, economic and cultural center of China for over 800 years from the Yuan Dynasty. The numerous royal buildings with long history endow Beijing with incomparable charm, not only the 'Nation's Best' but also the 'World's Best'. On the other hand, as the host city of the 2008 Olympic Games, this oriental ancient city presented her best fashion fascination to the world.
Top Attractions
 |  Forbidden CityThe magnificent Forbidden City is the largest and the best-preserved imperial palace complex in the world. It has 9,999 rooms in flourishing period with just a single room short of the number that ancient Chinese belief represents 'Divine Perfection' and surrounded by a moat six meters deep and ten-meter high wall. For five centuries, this palace functioned as the administrative center of the country. |
 | Great Wall in Beijing The Great Wall of China is one of the 'Eight Wonders of the World' and is enlisted in the World Heritage Directory. This immense wall was built to keep out invaders as well as to retain the inhabitants. It spans five provinces from Shanhaiguan Pass in the east to Jiayuguan Pass in the west, looking like a gigantic dragon across deserts, grasslands and mountains. In the downtown area of Beijing, it is possible to climb Badaling Great Wall. |
 | Tiananmen Square The solemn and respectful Tiananmen Square is the largest central city square in the world, which serves not only Beijing's symbol but also the whole of China. This immense courtyard is the site of various historical events, which is surrounded by a variety of significant edifices such as the Great Hall of the People, the Mao Zedong Memorial Hall and the Monument to the People's Heroes. |
Imperial Gardens & Mausoleums Beijing is the capital city of several Dynasties. Therefore, besides the spectacular imperial palaces, it also possesses the most luxurious royal gardens—the well-preserved Summer Palace with an area of 727 acres, the elegant Beihai Park and the destroyed Old Summer Palace. On the other hand, those Emperors also constructed spectacular mausoleums for themselves. The Ming Tombs of the 13 emperors should be the most excellent necropolis. | |||
| Summer Palace | Ming Tombs | ||
 Beihai Park | Eastern Qing Tombs | Old Summer Palace | Western Qing Tombs |
Temples
 Due to religion was always related with the supreme imperial power, Beijing at one time served as the focus of religious life with lots of beautiful temples. The Temple of Heaven, where the Emperors paid homage to the glory of heaven, is the largest group of structures in the country dedicated to rituals. To be opposite, the Altar of Earth was used to worship the God of the Earth. The Great Bell Temple, where the Emperor prayed for rainfall in the Qing Dynasty. | |||
| Niujie Mosque | Temple of Confucius | Temple of Heaven | Yonghe Lamasery |
| Altar of Earth | Badachu Park | Dajue Temple | Five Pagoda Temple |
| Great Bell Temple | Guangji Temple | Temple of Azure Clouds | Tanzhe Temple |
| Temple of Recumbent Buddha | White Cloud Temple | White Dagoba Temple | Yunju Temple |
Historical Beijingers If you would like to experience the local life, there is a great deal of Beijing's Hutongs and Courtyards distributed for your choice. The Prince Gong's Mansion should be the most magnificent courtyard, which was the residence of an official and then a prince. Other famous historical sites include the Bell and Drum Towers, the Liulichang Street for people interested in Chinese calligraphy, painting or other artwork, the Lugou Bridge carved with marvelous stone lions. | |||
| Hutongs & Courtyards | Prince Gong's Mansion | Shichahai | |
| Ancient Observatory | Beijing Guozijian | Bell and Drum Tower | Liulichang Street |
| Lugou Bridge | Peking Man Site | ||
Modern Beijing Thanks for the 29th Summer Olympics, Beijing has been well-known for travelers all over the world. This hospitable metropolis of China has been mixed with lots of modern elements, which is also a new part for its mysterious orient civilization. There are so many representative buildings displaying this international metropolis, such as the Beijing National Stadium and the National Aquatics Center for 2008 Olympics and the China Century Monument. | |||
| Beijing National Stadium | National Aquatics Center | Beijing 798 Art Zone | |
| Beijing Aquarium | Beijing Happy Valley | Beijing Zoo | |
| Capital Museum | China Century Monument | Chinese Ethnic Culture Park | |
| Grand View Garden | National Centre for the Performing Arts | North Putuo Film & TV City | |
| World Park | |||
Natural Beauties For a peaceful and interesting stroll, please visit Beijing's beautiful parks. Located at the back of the Forbidden City, the Jingshan Park is an ideal place for an overview of Beijing, which was also an imperial garden in ancient time. The Fragrant Hills Park has the most beautiful red maple leaves in every autumn. The Taoranting Park is a wonderful workmanship of Chinese ancient and modern architectural skills. The Stone Flower Cave is an astonishing karst park of Beijing. | |||
| Fragrant Hills Park | Jingshan Park | Chaoyang Park | Stone Flower Cave |
| Taoranting Park | Xishan National Forest Park | ||
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Q & A on Beijing Attractions
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Feb. 2,2010 11:30 Reply
Mr.Lewis(United Kingdom ) said:
I am visiting Beijing Normal University in March and would like to know if anyone can recommend a hotel nearby. Thank you very much.
Feb. 2,2010 22:16
Mr.Daniel replied:
You can stay at Beijing Haowei Mansion Hotel. You can walk to Beijing Normal University just in 10 minutes.
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Feb. 2,2010 01:00 Reply
Mr.Smith(S. Korea) said:
We are planning to travel to Beijing between the 11Feb and 16Feb. But are worried about the Holiday. Will attractions and shopping areas still be open? and what events/ festivites will take place during that time? Thank you!
Feb. 2,2010 02:36
Ms.KAYE(China) replied:
It is the Sping Festival in China. Attractions and shopping malls in Beijing will be opened normally. Enjoy yourselves.
Feb. 2,2010 03:15
Mr.Sandy replied:
Don’t worry, Smith. The tourist attractions and big shopping malls will be open during that time. Some small shopping areas might be closed because they also go back to spend their holidays too. Since Chinese Lunar New Year is coming, some celebrations will be held as usual. You can go to some temple fairs during the holiday.
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Jan. 28,2010 02:47 Reply
Ms.Tracy(Malaysia) said:
We are planning to visit in 3rd week of March 2010 - Tianjin, Beijing & Chengde. Which accommodation and where do you recommend (we prefer staying in those olden houses converted to hotel) or hotels that are convenient to get around?
Jan. 29,2010 02:36
Mr.chloe replied:
In Beijing, you might consider the court yard style hotels. Sihe Courtyard Hotel might be one of your choices. Please have a look at it:
http://www.travelchinaguide.com/hotel/sihe-courtyard-beijing.htm
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Jan. 26,2010 19:40 Reply
Mr.J(Australia) said:
Is there many storms in Beijing in early to mid March ?
Jan. 26,2010 21:03
Mr.julia replied:
Sand storms usually attack Beijing in Spring. So it is very likely that you might meet sand storms in March. However, it doesn't come frequently. Wish you good luck.
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Jan. 22,2010 16:13 Reply
Mrs.ofelia b.mirandilla(philippines) said:
DEAR MAM,
mY FAMILY and Friend were planning to visit china on tour, which schedules onMarch 31, 2010 up to April 4, 2010. Can you arange my vacation to gothere in your place including airfare tickect, accomodation and tour uide.
Jan. 24,2010 08:46
Ms.HERBEAT(China) replied:
You could arrange it with any travel angency in China... And I'm a professional tour guide. So if you are interested or want to get more info, feel free to ask...