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 Gustavo Tomas Robledo from ARGENTINA | Apr. 15, 2024 04:54
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ReplyI have a doubt about my check in
Hello! I have my flight tomorrow. I am in the transfer terminal in beijing international airport. I need to talk with someone from china airlines. Where can i go?
Asked by Peter.stoner from UK | Apr. 12, 2024 00:01Reply
ReplyWhere do I find the airport shuttle bus departure stop at Daxing Airport
Where do I find the airport shuttle bus departure stop at Daxing Airport
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Answered by Keith | Apr. 14, 2024 20:44
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00ReplyCity buses to Beijing city center: East side of the 1st floor of the terminal (inside Gate 20)
Long distance coach to nearby cities: West side of the 1st floor of the terminal (inside Gate 15)
Long distance coach to nearby cities: West side of the 1st floor of the terminal (inside Gate 15)
Asked by Peter from EESTI | Apr. 08, 2024 02:36Reply
Reply144-hour visa-free transit be used twice in one month?
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Can the Beijing 144-hour visa-free transit be used twice in one month? For example, I arrive in Beijing on November 1 and leave for Vietnam on November 5. Then I will come again from Vietnam on December 1 and leave on December 3. to Poland
Can the Beijing 144-hour visa-free transit be used twice in one month? For example, I arrive in Beijing on November 1 and leave for Vietnam on November 5. Then I will come again from Vietnam on December 1 and leave on December 3. to Poland
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Answered by Joshua | Apr. 08, 2024 20:3500Reply
00ReplyYes, you can and your routes are eligible.
Asked by Steve C from USA | Apr. 04, 2024 11:41Reply
ReplyWhat is the postal code for JINTAIFUDI MANSION, AN’NINGZHUANG WEST, HAIDIAN DIST, BEJING
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Answered by Keith | Apr. 06, 2024 19:4500Reply
00ReplyIt's 100085.
Asked by Luyanda from SOUTH AFRICA | Apr. 03, 2024 04:07Reply
ReplyHow far if Geat Wall of china from Temple of China
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Answered by Keith | Apr. 06, 2024 19:4400Reply
00ReplyMay I ask, which great wall and which temple of China? The most famous are the Badaling Great Wall and Temple of Heaven. The distance between is about 85km.