Beijing is a mind-blowing city with both classical charm and fashionable vibes. Small
alleys (Hutong), old teahouses, trendy bar streets, bustling commercial districts, infinite
modern elements and the authentic old Beijing flavors intermingle with each other, constructing the city's profound cultural heritage and an orthodox yet elegant way of life. In
addition to Tiananmen Square, the Forbidden City and the Great Wall, there are many
other attractions that you can choose from according to your own interests.
The
Imperial Palace
The Imperial Palace, formerly known as the Forbidden City, was a royal palace in China during the Ming and Qing dynasties. Located in the center of Beijing's central axis, the Forbidden City is the quintessence of ancient Chinese palace architecture. Centered on the Three Great Halls, the Imperial Palace of Beijing covers an area of 720,000 square meters, with a floor area of about 150,000 square meters, more than seventy palaces of various sizes and over 9,000 buildings as one of the largest and best-preserved wooden structures of ancient architecture in the world.
Temple of Heaven
Set on the southern end of Beijing, the Temple of Heaven is a place where the emperors of the Ming and Qing dynasties worshipped the gods of heaven and earth and prayed for a good harvest. Its rigorous architectural layout, peculiar architectural structure and magnificent architectural ornaments are considered to be the most exquisite and beautiful set of ancient architectural complexes existing in China.
Summer Palace
Summer Palace is one of the most well-preserved royal gardens in China, located in the northwestern part of Beijing. The garden was designed for the emperors and their consorts as a place to rest and recreate away from the bustling Forbidden City. In 1998, the Summer Palace was declared a UNESCO World Heritage Site, recognized for its exceptional historical, cultural, and scenic value. It is also renowned for its integration of natural landscapes with man-made architectural elements, reflecting the principles of traditional Chinese garden design.
Beijing Hutongs
Beijing's hutongs are the city's ancient soul woven into a maze of narrow alleyways. Dating back over 700 years, these gray-brick lanes lined with traditional courtyard homes (siheyuan) pulse with everyday life. Sip tea in hidden cafes, smell sizzling street food, hear bicycle bells echo past vine-draped walls, and witness generations-old Beijing culture—from elderly residents playing chess to artisans crafting folk art. More than historic relics, hutongs are living neighborhoods where imperial history whispers in weathered stone carvings and vibrant community spirit thrives.
The Great Wall
The Great Wall is the longest and most extensive ancient defense project in China and the world. Having been built non-stop for more than 2,000 years since the 7th or 8th century B.C. and spanning a vast area of land in the north and central China, with a total length of more than 50,000 kilometers, it is dubbed "stretching two thousand years and 100,000 miles". In 1987, the Great Wall became the first batch of China's world cultural heritage sites. Epitomizing the striving spirit the Chinese nation and the patriotic tenacity of unity and resilience, it has become a representative symbol of the Chinese nation and a major symbol of Chinese civilization. Today, the Great Wall, carrying the peaceful, open and inclusive spirit of the times, is ushering visitor friends from all over the world.
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