Beijing, capital of the People's Republic of China, is the nation's political, economic, cultural, educational and international trade and communication center. Located in northern China, close to Tianjin and partially surrounded by Hebei Province, Beijing also serves as the most important transportation hub and port of entry in China.
Beijing, Jing for short, is one of the six ancient cities in China. It has been the heart and soul of politics and society throughout its long history and consequently there is an unparalleled wealth of discovery to delight and intrigue travelers as they explore Beijing's ancient past and enjoy its exciting modern development. Now it has become one of the most popular tourist destinations in the world, with about 140 million Chinese tourists and 4.4 million international visitors in a year.
Beijing Attractions
|  Recommended Beijing Package Tour Itineraries:
Beijing Highlights Tour: 4 Days to Forbidden City & Great Wall
Beijing Hutong Tour: 5 Days to Hutong & Temple of Heaven
Beijing One Day Tour: One day trip to Beijing attractions like Hutong, Beihai Park, Juyongguan Pass, Summer Palace...
Great Wall Hiking Tours: Hiking to Badaling, Simatai, Jinshanling, Huanghuacheng Great Wall
Beijing Bike Tours: Cycling to Wangfujing Street, Tiananmen Square, Shichahai, Peking University, Olympic Park and CBD.
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| Recommended Tours including the Visit to Beijing:
Essence of China: 11 Days Beijing-Xian-Guilin-Yangshuo-Guilin-Shanghai
Golden Triangle Trip: 9 Days Beijing-Xian-Shanghai |
| Golf Tour Information:
Beijing Golf Tour: 10 Days Golf Tour of Beijing |
 | Beijing is an important transportation hub in northern China. Radiating skyways, roads and railways make it easy for visitors to reach the city. Strolling in Beijing, visitors will find the star-studded skyscrapers, crisscross streets and an endless stream of traffic make it much the same as any other great metropolis elsewhere in today's world.
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 | Interested in trying the local food? Beijing Roast Duck and the Imperial Court Food are highly recommended. Nowhere else on earth will you find such a variety of gourmet Chinese restaurants offering the very best of the eight different styles of Chinese cuisine as well as western style dishes. Quality restaurants abound in the city, each offering the highest standards of service and convenience.
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 | Whether you plan to buy curios and tourist souvenirs with traditional Chinese flavor, or you are keen on seeking quality products from world famous brands, you will find Beijing is truly a shopper's paradise. The most famous and popular commercial circles and commercial pedestrian streets in Beijing are predominantly located near the Yansha Shopping Mall, Tiananmen Square and Wangfujing Street, Guomao Shopping Mall, Qianmen Street and Xidan Street, etc. |
 | After a day's Beijing tours, nighttime can hold other surprises for you. These can vary from traditional performances such as the Beijing Opera, acrobatics and martial arts to modern ones including concerts, ballroom dancing, pubs and clubs. Each and every one has its individual enchantment for the tourists. Tianqiao Area and Laoshe Teahouse are good venues for tourists to enjoy Chinese folk culture; while Sanlitun Bar Street and the nearby embassy area in Chaoyang District is an ideal choice if you are a party-loving night owl. |
 | Fast facts and practical travel tips listed here will to a great extent facilitate your travel, business, study or life in Beijing. You may be interested in:
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Travelers' Voices on Beijing
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Nov. 20,2009 01:11 Reply
Ms.JOANSUPNAD(Philippines) said:
how far is shanghai to beijing
Nov. 20,2009 02:18
Ms.SUNNYDREAM(China) replied:
Flight: 1178km; 2 hours and 10 minutes
Train: 1463 km; 10 hours for bullet train
Nov. 20,2009 02:55
Ms.HERBEAT(China) replied:
It would be 2 hours fly or more than 10 hours train from Shanghai to Beijing. 1463km...
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Nov. 19,2009 07:42 Reply
Mr.Danny(Malaysia) said:
If I wanna visit to Mt. Ermei or Leshan great buddha during the forthcoming Chinese New Year, would it be easy to locate any guest house or hostel some where near by to the places as mentioned above ? Besides, any other major attraction highly recommended nearby ? Thanks !
Nov. 19,2009 21:28
Mr.JOsh replied:
Mr.Danny, both Emeishan and Leshan are in Sichuan province, you could easily find hotels near to the attractions. However, most of them are star-level hotels; some comfort inn could also be found, such as Anyi158 in Leshan.
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Nov. 15,2009 10:35 Reply
Ms.Tracy(Malaysia) said:
I am arriving Beijing on the 1st Dec 2009. Have heard from the news that it snowed in Beijing recently.
1)Is it very cold now in Beijing?
2)Will the tourist attractions be closed during this cold winter?
3)Will I have a problem walking up Great Wall?
4)What sorts of clothings must I bring?
Nov. 16,2009 03:39
Mr.kim replied:
1. It snowed twice in Beijing recently, and it is very cold.
2. The tourist sites will not be closed.
3. No, tourists can visit and climb the Great Wall. But remember to keep warm; it is much colder on the Great Wall.
4. Sweater, down garment, gloves, scarf and hat are recommended.
Nov. 17,2009 23:38
Ms.Chun Yu(Malaysia) replied:
I just came back from Beijing on 15 Nov 2009,
1) fluctuate around 0`C,
2) attractions in city will not be closed. We actually wanted to visit Mutianyu Greatwall, but the road was blocked due to heavy snow. We went to Juyongguan instead.
3)Is quite slippery after snow. You need a pair of hiking shoe, and water resistant at least if not waterproof.
4)Wind breaker, Sweater, gloves, scarf, hat and thermal underwear (for the first 2 days if you are going from Malaysia, until you get use to the weather there)
You may want to visit my blog at http://myculturaltrip.blogspot.com
4.
Nov. 16,2009 09:03 Reply
Ms.Foo(Malaysia) said:
Hi there,
I would like to know the current condition of H1N1 in Beijing as I would like to travel there in early December 09? Is it safe to bring my kids along?
Nov. 16,2009 19:42
Mr.Daniel replied:
Hi, Ms.Foo, H1N1 is under good control in Beijing, you may take clinical mask for prophylaxis. Besides, it is very cold in Beijing recently, remember to wear warm clothes to protect you against the coldness.
Nov. 17,2009 10:01
Ms.jeannie(malaysia) replied:
My advise to u Ms Foo is, bring along few packs of TaMIFLU, just in case, If any of u have symptoms of H1N1, just take Tamiflu cos H1N1 can be cured if treated early. Most of the fatal cases are because they were treated too late
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Nov. 15,2009 22:54 Reply
Ms.Regine(Malaysia) said:
I'm travelling to Beijing tomorrow, wish to ask how much is the transportation from airport to hotel by taxi or by limou? How do they charge? Thanks.
Nov. 16,2009 02:52
Mr.Parkman replied:
Hi, Ms.Regine, it is hard to estimate the taxi fee without the hotel location. Besides, check this page to get more taxi info.
http://www.travelchinaguide.com/cityguides/beijing/transportation/taxi.htm
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Nov. 15,2009 21:51 Reply
Ms.Serena(Malaysia) said:
Me & family will go to Beijing this coming January, and i understand during that time it is a Chinese New Year. Is the market/shopping complex/ attraction places will open as usual?
Nov. 16,2009 00:50
Ms.Jenny replied:
Hi Ms.Serena,
Yep, they are still open, only some small shop will close. If you need more help about your trip you can emil assist.china@gmail.com.
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Nov. 15,2009 05:38 Reply
Mr.RVBALAJI(India) said:
Hi
I wish to travel from Shanghai to Nantong on the 24th November 2009. How do I travel by public transport? How much does a cab cost from shanghai airport to Nantong. Please help with the informatiob
Nov. 15,2009 21:10
Ms.ROSEKNIGHT(China) replied:
Don't take a cab, for the cost is very expensive. It is 150-200RMB from Pudong Airport to the city and then more than 400RMB to take a cab from downtown Shanghai to Nantong. That is a not a wise choice. If you do not care the expanse, you can try. Better Choice: take taxi to Shanghai Long-distance Bus terminus nearby Shanghai Train Station. Buses to Nantong are leaving every a few minutes there.
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Nov. 15,2009 16:54 Reply
Ms.shwikar(eg) said:
i am going to come this week with my son 12 years what are the places for my son to visit in beijing
Nov. 15,2009 19:49
Mr.Josh replied:
Beijing Happy Valley and Shijingshan Amusement Park are the good places for children.
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Nov. 14,2009 19:25 Reply
Mr.Wayne(Australia) said:
Hello
We are arriving at the new Beijing South Train Station and need to get to Zhongan Hotel. 6 Kuijiachang Alley, Beijing. I believe it is near the Beijing train station. What is the most convienient way to get there?
Thank you
Nov. 15,2009 07:10
Mr.JAMESWONG(China) replied:
Take Subway Line 4 from South Train Station to Xuanwumen and then change to Line 2 to Beijing Rialway Station. It is faster to go by subway. Hope it helps.
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Nov. 14,2009 12:49 Reply
Mr.JUNIM(United States) said:
My names junior and l m from USA florida- Orlando and i want to go to china in december but l need a translation portuguese to china or english to china if somebody can help me let me know at junim2000@hotmail.com
thanks
junior