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Beijing Travel Guide

Being capital of the People's Republic of China, Beijing is the nation's political, economic, and cultural center. Located in north China, close to the port city of Tianjin and partially surrounded by Hebei Province, it also serves as the most important transportation hub and port of entry.

As one of the six ancient cities in China, Beijing has been the heart and soul of politics throughout its long history and consequently there is an unparalleled wealth of discovery to delight and intrigue travelers as they explore the city's ancient past and exciting modern development. Now it has become one of the most popular travel destinations in the world, with about 140 million Chinese tourists and 4.4 million international visitors in a year.

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Travel Planning

It is northern China's main transportation hub. Frequent flights, modern roads and rail make it easy for visitors to reach Beijing. Crisscross roads make the urban transportation generally fast and convenient; however, you may encounter traffic jam sometimes due to the millions of vehicles that the city owns.
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Roast Duck
Interested in trying the local food? The Roast Duck and the Imperial Court Food are highly recommended. Nowhere else on earth will you find such a variety of gourmet restaurants offering the very best of Chinese and western dishes.

Souvenir Store
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 the city truly a shopper's paradise. The most famous and popular shopping destinations are the Yansha and Guomao Shopping Malls, Xidan Street and streets near Tiananmen Square such as  the Wangfujing and Qianmen Streets.

Peking Opera
After a day's tour, nighttime can hold other surprises for you. These can vary from traditional performances such as the traditional opera, acrobatics and martial arts to modern ones like concerts, pubs and clubs. Tianqiao Area and Laoshe Teahouse are good venues for tourists to enjoy Chinese folk culture; while Sanlitun Bar Street and the nearby embassy area is an ideal choice if you are a party-loving night owl.

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- Last updated on Feb. 27, 2024 by Brenda Lian -
Questions & Answers on Beijing Travel
Asked by lance heathcock from MEXICO | Mar. 17, 2024 19:41Reply
144 Hour free visa
If departure is Bangkok airport (BKK) destination airport Beijing (PEK) return Bangkok airport (BKK), and the stay Beijing is 5 days. Does this qualify for free 144 hour visa?
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Answered by Marcy | Mar. 18, 2024 18:55
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No, it's not qualified.
Asked by Linda from UNITED STATES | Mar. 17, 2024 17:02Reply
Am I eligible for the 144-Hour Visa Free Transit?
I am a US Citizen who will be visiting friends in Sydney, Australia. I would like to fly to Beijing and spend three days prior to boarding a Cruise Ship in Tiajin. Am I eligible for the 144-Hour Visa Free Transit?
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Answered by Keith | Mar. 18, 2024 02:44
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Yes, the route is eligible for the 144-hour visa-free transit.
Asked by Damon from SINGAPORE | Mar. 17, 2024 03:14Reply
Getting to my hostel
Hi! My hostel is Mijia Youth Hostel and the closest metro is the Wanjing South Station. May I know how to get here from the Beijing West Railway Station?
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Answered by Keith | Mar. 18, 2024 02:03
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You can take metro line 7 at the railway station to Jiulongshan, transfer to line 14 and get off at Wangjing South. Take Exit B1, walk southeastward to cross the road, turn left to walk for 200 meters, then turn right and walk for another 200 meters to find the hostel.
Asked by Sebastian from GERMANY | Mar. 10, 2024 14:46Reply
Registration Public Security Bureau
Hello,
I'll have a stopover in Beijing for about 12 h and would like to visit the city. I am eligible for the 72 h/144 h visa, but I have a question: Usually a registration at a police station is required. If I would stay in a hotel, they would register me automatically. But as I don't stay overnight I didn't book a hotel.
Does anyone know if I have to register at the local police station? If so, where exactly can I find the Public Security Bureau in Beijing?
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Answered by Nick | Mar. 11, 2024 23:55
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If you stay less than 24 hours, there is no need to register at the local police station.
Asked by John from AUSTRALIA | Mar. 03, 2024 17:41Reply
Can l currently 2024 catch a train to Mongolia
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Answered by Hailey | Mar. 03, 2024 19:15
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The train from Beijing to Ulaanbaatar has not resumed yet but the train from Erlian to Mongolia is available now.
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