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Dongcheng Travel Guide

Brief Intro: Dongcheng District is the heart of Beijing; the cultural, political and commercial center of the city.
Location: east of Beijing, southwest to Chaoyang District, north to Chongwen District, east to Xicheng District
Area: 25.38 sq kms (9.80 sq miles)
Population: 612,000
Administrative Division: 10 Municipal Districts (Dong Hua Men, Jing Shan, Jiao Dao Kou, An Ding Men, Bei Xin Qiao, Dong Si, Chao Yang Men, Jian Guo Men, Dong Zhi Men, He Ping Li )
Postal Code: 100010
Dialing Code: 010

Attractions

Historical Sites: Ancient Observatory, Bell and Drum Towers, Imperial Palace, Ming Dynasty (1368-1644) City Wall Site, Temple of Earth, Tiananmen Square
Hutongs and Courtyards: Guoxiang Hutong, Ma Huitang Garden, Mao'er Hutong, Shijin Garden, Keyuan Garden, Yu'er Hutong
Old Residences of Famous Chinese People: Mao Zedong's Old Residence, Sun Yat-sen's Old Residence, Lao She's Old Residence, Mao Dun's Old Residence
Temples: Songzhu and Zhizhu Temple, Temple of Confucius, Tongjiao Temple, Dongsi Mosque, Zhihua Temple

Tips

Tour Tips
For dining, Quanjude Beijing Roast Duck is a must. On some streets, such as Xin Dong An and Long Fu Si, local snacks are sold as well as there being various local food and western food restaurants. Wangfujing Street is located in this district. Other newly developed commercial areas such as Dongdan, Dongsi, Hepingli and Beixinqiao, bring tourists more convenient shopping all in one district. For transportation and accommodation, please check our Beijng Transportation and Beijing Accommodation for more information.
Time-honored products/services in Dongcheng District
Wuyutai Tea House, Quansuzhai Vegetarian Restaurant, Cuihualou Shandong Cuisine Restaurant, Dongxinglou Restaurant, Donglaishun Instant-boiled Mutton, Quanjude Roast Duck, Tongshenghe Shoes, Shengxifu Caps, Ruifuxiang Silk, Yong'antang Herbal Medicine
Useful Numbers
Consumer Complaint: 010-64057602
Tourist Consultation and Complaint: 010-6513.3512
Other Numbers
2007 Time Arrangement for Flag-raising Ceremony on Tiananmen Square

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