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Summer Palace, Beijing

An excellent expression of China’s imperial spirit, the Summer Palace should be explored at leisure, even if it means setting aside a full day just to wander around soaking up the atmosphere. Continue reading

Tian’anmen Square, Beijing

Tiananmen Square (Chinese:天安门广场,Pinyin:Tiān’ānmén Guǎngchǎng) is the geographical center of Beijing City. Continue reading

Great Wall of China, Badaling, Beijing

Only a 70 km (44 miles) drive from Beijing, Badaling is the most visited section of the Great Wall. Continue reading

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Terracotta Warriors, Xi’an, Beijing

Without a doubt one of China’s most famous and popular tourist sites, the Terracotta Warriors rank among the world’s top archaeological finds. Continue reading

Forbidden City, Beijing

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Along with the Great Wall, the Forbidden City is one of the  must-see sites in Beijing. In the afternoon sunshine, the red walls and golden roof tiles cast a glow across the vast courtyards of this symbol of China’s mighty imperial past. Continue reading