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 Lars from SWEDEN | Nov. 13, 2024 12:33
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ReplySilk market Beijing
Is Doreen Optic still around at 4F Silk Market?
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Answered by Keith | Nov. 13, 2024 21:57
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00ReplySorry, fail to find it on the map.
Asked by Pony from SINGAPORE | Nov. 11, 2024 16:27Reply
ReplyWhich metro station nearest your Beijing wangfujing hotel
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Answered by Rita | Nov. 11, 2024 22:4100Reply
00ReplyMay I know which hotel exactly? Renaissance Beijing Wangfujing Hotel, Hilton Beijing Wangfujing?
Asked by Zunaira from SAUDI ARABIA | Nov. 09, 2024 01:47Reply
ReplyCan i wear niqab in Beijing. I am planning to go there from Saudi.
Just wanted to check with someone who lives there or someone who has gone through the same situation.
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Answered by Lori | Nov. 10, 2024 23:2400Reply
00ReplyYes, Chinese people respect all kinds of dressing and people of different faiths and nationalities. Just that you may receive some curious eyes.
Asked by Dan Garrison from UNITED STATES OF AMERICA | Nov. 08, 2024 11:23Reply
ReplyOld passport with a China visa (expired) has been lost or destroyed
Our old passports with expired visas for China tourism are not available. My wife and I have looked everywhere and have to assume we have lost them or they have been destroyed. We are indicating on the applications that the old passports/visas are not available. Will this situation keep us from obtaining new visas?
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Answered by Marcy | Nov. 10, 2024 23:2000Reply
00ReplyNo, it has no bad influence on your new application.
Asked by x from XXX | Nov. 05, 2024 03:46Reply
Replyis there a restaurant inside the geological museum of china?
is there a restaurant inside the geological museum of china? INSIDE?
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Answered by Emily | Nov. 05, 2024 18:5900Reply
00ReplySorry, there isn't. But there are many outside the exit.