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Featured Vacation Spot: Beijing, China
Beijing is the capital of the People's Republic of China and is the nation's center of government, economy, culture, and international activities. It has 18 districts and counties, with a population of 11 million. Beijing (meaning Northern Capital ) is a place of both ancient history and dazzling modernity. The city itself is traversed by freeways and hundreds of flyovers. High-rises adorn the length of this city making it a major metropolis within China. Beijing, however, is a city of bewildering juxtapositions. Despite the urban construction that makes it modern, it has a long history. Beijing is now known for its many special places of interest.

Visitors can find refuge in the suburbs,in such places as the Summer Palaces and the Western Hills, which have been favored retreats since imperial times.

While visiting Beijing, take some time to hike outside of the city. Excursions may involve a visit to the Ming Tombs or perhaps a simple picnic amid the historic ruins. The Great Wall, a site not to be missed, encompasses many small villages. Visitors should also consider traveling into the countryside and taking a glimpse of village life. Overall, Beijing is a city that is fascinating and is rich in cultural treasures. It provides visitors with a cosmopolitan view of urban modernity, as well as imparting a deep respect for times past.
Attractions:

The Summer Palace - Imperial gardens
Yiheyuan Street ,Haidian District 6288-1077

Yonghe Gong - Tibetan Lama Temple
Yonghegong Dajie A little touristy, but worth the journey for the colorful halls, mandalas and notable display of statuary.

The Great Wall
Well recognized throughout the world, China’s Great Wall is a symbol of the ancient Chinese culture and civilization. Originally the wall was built as a means of defending the city.

Palace Museum of Beijing
The Forbidden City - Imperial palaces
6513-1892

Ming Tombs
The Ming Tombs are located one an area measuring about 40 square kms. The mausoleum houses 13 Ming emperors.

Tian'anmen Square
Tian'anmen Square is located in the heart of Beijing. Tian'anmen Square is noted as one of the largest parks as well as one of the largest city squares in the world.

The Temple of Heaven
Tiantan Road and Chongwenmenwai Street, Chongwen District 6702-8866
Located on Tiantan Park, this dazzling temple built in 1420 is said to be the place where emperors if the Ming and Qing dynasties would pray to Heaven.

Yonghegong Lamasery
Yonghegong Lamasery was built in 1694. Its structure resides as one of the largest lamaseries in Beijing.

Beihai Park
Another imperial garden, the Beihai Park was the imperial garden of the Liao, Jin, Yuan, Ming and Qing dynasties. It is noted as one of the oldest of the Chinese gardens.

Yuanmingyuan

Yuanmingyuan was once an impressive imperial palace built during the Qing Dynasty.

Beijing Zoo
137 Xizhimenwai, Xicheng District 6831-4411
The Beijing Zoo is the oldest zoo in China. Some 5,000 animals live there and features a wide variety of animals.

Museum of Chinese History
6512-8986
Located just off the northeast corner of Tiananmen Square, this museum displays more than 9,000 ancient Chinese relics, including bronze pieces dating back 5,000 years.

Beijing Amusement Park
1 Zuoanmennei Dajie, Chongwen District 6711-1155.
Beijing Amusement Park, in Longtan Park, has live entertainment, rides, a water-screen show, paddleboats, bumper cars and roller coasters.

Capital Museum (Confucius Temple)
Guozijian Jie, Andingmennei, Dongcheng, 6401-2118
In a former imperial temple and Confucian civil-service university, this was where China’s best and brightest came to serve the state

Blue Zoo Beijing
(Gongti Nanlu), Chaoyang District 6593-5263
This international-class aquarium is great for the kids.

Beijing Museum of Natural History
126 Tianqiao Nandajie, Chongwen District 6702-4431
The largest of its kind in China, this museum contains fossils or specimens of almost all plants and animals found in China.

The Central Park of Beijing
1 Wenjin St., Xicheng District 6404-0610.
Beihai Park has an 800-year history as the royal garden of the Jin, Yuan, Ming and Qing dynasties.

China Art Gallery
China’s national museum of art has permanent displays of works by Chinese artists and frequent shows by foreign artists.

White Cloud Temple
6 Baiyunguan JieXibianmenwai, Xuanwu District 6346-3531
White Cloud Temple also known as Tianchang Temple.

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