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China’s capital city isn’t as futuristic as southern counterpart Shanghai, but that’s a boon or visitors who want to see China as it was,... Read More China’s capital city isn’t as futuristic as southern counterpart Shanghai, but that’s a boon or visitors who want to see China as it was, not as it will be. Trips to the Great Wall, the Forbidden City and the Summer Palace are must-dos here in this teeming city in Northern China. Close
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Quote: The Summer Palace is located in the northwest suburb of Beijing. It was built in 1750 by an Emperor Qianlong to celebrate his mother’s birthday. It was originally named Garden of Clear Ripples. Historically it… Read More
Quote: I suppose being on holiday offers something of an excuse for developing an increased capacity for looking completely and utterly foolish. In the last few weeks of Beijing’s summer my friends had made the trip… Read More
Quote: In terms of fame and the volume of visitors it receives, this particular attraction is dramatically overshadowed by its next door neighbour, the Forbidden City. Were it in any other city in the world, Beihai Park… Read More
Quote: Though its more famous neighbor gets all the press, in my opinion the Old Summer Palace (Yuanmingyuan) is well worth visiting, especially for those who are fed up with the crowds at the major tourist sites. The… Read More
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Quote: It was a nice tour...check it out. It wasn't just a fun time, the history and the stories made a vivid impression. Finding the "Fu" character by Emperor Qianlong was a highlight. Learning the cunning use of feng… Read More
Quote: On the western flank of the Forbidden City hides this quiet and forgotten little park where you can escape the chaos of the Imperial Palace for a little restful peace.The ancient Shejitan (Altar of Land and… Read More
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Quote: Ritan Park was busy on Sunday morning. Many Chinese people were enjoying in each way, folk dance, tai chi, social dance, and practicing the rope skipping by more than 10 people. I was a little surprised, when 1… Read More