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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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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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.
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.
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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Questions & Answers on Beijing Travel
Asked by Justin from CANADA | Sep. 03, 2024 06:51
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ReplyAm I eligible for a 144 hour visa to china
I'm flying from Canada staying 5 days in Hong Kong and want to visit Beijing for 4 days and then fly back to Hong Kong for 5 days, and then fly back to Canada.
Is this eligible for a 144 hour visa for china?
Is this eligible for a 144 hour visa for china?
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Answered by Emily | Sep. 03, 2024 20:00
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00ReplySorry, HK - Beijing - HK is not an eligible route for 144h in Beijing. The immediate stops before and after Beijing should be different, like HK-Beijing-Macao.
Asked by Jirina from CZECH REPUBLIC | Sep. 02, 2024 08:32Reply
Replygoing by subway from Wudaokou to Beijing Nan zhan
Hi, I need to go from Wudaokou subway station to Beijing Nan Zhan train station by subway.
My train leaves 7:21 (October 23) from Nan Zhan. What is the fastest connection?
How long do I need to walk from the Beijing Nan Zhan subway station to Nan Zhan the train station?
My train leaves 7:21 (October 23) from Nan Zhan. What is the fastest connection?
How long do I need to walk from the Beijing Nan Zhan subway station to Nan Zhan the train station?
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Answered by Joshua | Sep. 02, 2024 20:4000Reply
00ReplyFrom Wudaokou, take metro line 13 before 06:00 to Xizhimen, transfer to line 4 to Beijing South, Exit A out, taking 40min.
From the subway station to Nan Zhan, you just need to walk for 5-10 minutes. There is the quick entrance on B1 of the train station, after getting out from exit A, walk toward the North Exit to the entrance on B1 following the signboards.
From the subway station to Nan Zhan, you just need to walk for 5-10 minutes. There is the quick entrance on B1 of the train station, after getting out from exit A, walk toward the North Exit to the entrance on B1 following the signboards.
Asked by mo from ZIMBABWE | Aug. 26, 2024 23:23Reply
Replydo l need a visa or any other documents to enter Hong Kong as a Zimbabwean?
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Answered by Emily | Aug. 27, 2024 18:5000Reply
00ReplyNo, you don't need a visa. Just your passport is enough.
Asked by Chloe from SINGAPORE | Aug. 21, 2024 00:26Reply
ReplyWhat time do you need to leave the Forbidden City if you get the morning tickets?
Understand that entry for the morning session is before 12pm. Is there a time where we will have to leave the Forbidden City?
Also, does the Forbidden City tickets cover the Tian'an men entrance?
Also, does the Forbidden City tickets cover the Tian'an men entrance?
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Answered by Marcy | Aug. 21, 2024 20:0100Reply
00ReplyYou can visit till the close time.
It doesn't cover the Tian'an men entrance and you need another reservation for it. It's free to enter the square but a prior reservation is needed.
It doesn't cover the Tian'an men entrance and you need another reservation for it. It's free to enter the square but a prior reservation is needed.
Asked by Nobel from USA | Aug. 12, 2024 03:14Reply
ReplyCan I do an Academic Exchange on a 10 year L visa?
Went to the Visa Center today, and was told that I cannot get an F visa because I already have a 10yr L visa. I need to help out at a university as an Academic Exchange, my question, can I join my Academic Exchange with my L visa?
Thanks
Thanks
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Answered by Keith | Aug. 12, 2024 23:3900Reply
00ReplyI think you can.