One Day in Beijing
Explore the city center's most prominent historical and cultural sites such as Tiananmen Sqaure and continue through its gate to the Forbidden City, which is an absolute must-see. Enjoy beautiful views of the city from the artificial hill in Jingshan Park and then continue to Beihai Park, vast traditional Chinese park famous for its tranquil atmosphere. And if you are a fan of art or modern architecture, don't miss the National Centre for the Performing Arts.
Day 1: Beijing
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Jingshan Park
Jingshan Park is an imperial park covering 23 hectares immediately north of the Forbidden City in the Imperial City area of Beijing, China.
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Forbidden City
Covering unbelievable 720,000 square metres of land, this UNESCO World Heritage Site is the largest ancient palace in the world, serving as…
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Gate of Heavenly Peace
This 15th-century gate is one of the most iconic symbols of China. It was built during the Ming dynasty and it used to be the entrance to…
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Tian'anmen Square
Tiananmen Square or Tian'anmen Square () is a city square in the city center of Beijing, China, named after the eponymous Tiananmen located…
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Chairman Mao Memorial Hall
The Chairman Mao Memorial Hall, also known as the Mausoleum of Mao Zedong, is the final resting place of Mao Zedong, Chairman of the…
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National Centre for the Performing Arts
The National Centre for the Performing Arts, and colloquially described as The Giant Egg, is an arts centre containing an opera house in…
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