Beijing is celebrated globally for its history and culture. The rich and diverse history, the fascinating sights and the hospitable people make the experience of traveling to Beijing all the difference. What is the best way to start your Beijing tour? Please see dozens of options below:
1. Explore the ancient imperial buildings such as the Forbidden City, the Temple of Heaven, the Summer Palace, the Old Summer Palace, the Holy Way, the Ming Tombs, Prince Gong’s Mansion, and the Temple of Earth. They left a legacy of architectural treasure for us to discover and marvel at today.
2. See the landmark of Beijing-Tiananmen Gate and Square or the venues of the Beijing Olympic Games: Bird’s Nest and Water Cube.
3. Admire the ancient war fortification – the Great Wall of China. The most viewed sections are Badaling, Mutianyu, Jinshanling and Simatai.
4. Visit the famous and beautiful parks, such as Beihai Park, Western Hills, Fragrant Hills, Grand View Park and Beijing World Park.
5. Identify the architectural style of the Lama Temple (Tibetan) and the Confucian Temple Complex (Han).
6. Observe the national treasure of China-GIANT PANDA at the Beijing Zoo and marine animals at the Beijing Oceanarium.
7. Travel around the Beijing–Chengde area to see the beautiful Imperial Mountain Summer Resort and the Eight Outer Temples.
8. Visit the Zhoukoudian Archaeological Site, where the primitive Peking Man will recount his mysterious story.
9. Find the daily life of local people and Beijing old-style houses: Siheyuan (courtyard houses) and Beijing hutongs by rickshaw; Experience the lively nightlife of Beijing people at Houhai Bar Street.
10. Watch the quintessence of Chinese culture: Peking Opera, Chinese Kung Fu, Tea Ceremony, and acrobatics.
11. Enjoy authentic local food like Peking roast duck, jiaozi and hot pot or eight famous Chinese gastronomic cuisines from other provinces.
12. Shopping at Chaowai Yuexiu Clothing Market, Liulichang Antique Street, Panjiayuan Market, Sanlitun Yashou Clothing Market, Wangfujing Shopping Street, Xiushui Street (Silk Market), Tianyi Wholesale Market, and Street Qianmen…
Do not miss them if you have the opportunity to visit Beijing [http://www.chinafacttours.com/tours/beijing/].