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sights in Beijing : the essentials
Historical Monuments in Beijing
Great Wall of China
(87)
The quintessential Wall of China is one of the most visited sites in the country of China. The section that is usually visited by
27 activities
Historical Monuments in Beijing
The Forbidden City
(80)
The name Forbidden City is derived from the rule that only the emperors and their court could enter the premises, with the excep
Temples in Beijing
Temple of Heaven
(35)
The Imperial Vault of Heaven is located on the grounds of the Temple of Heaven and was built in 1530 during the reign of Emperor J
6 activities
Palaces in Beijing
Summer Palace
(36)
This impressive building, which houses the palace which was once used as a summer residence of Chinese emperors, is one of the mos
27 activities
Squares in Beijing
Tiananmen Square
(38)
Beijing's legendary Tiananmen Square is the largest square in the world. It is one of the places where you can really "feel" the h
4 activities
Stadiums in Beijing
Beijing National Stadium
(15)
It is the main area of the celebration of the 2008 Beijing Olympic Games and is now one of the most emblematic places of the cit
1 activity
Temples in Beijing
Yonghe Temple
(9)
The Lama Temple is one of the most famous religious centers in Beijing. This temple was declared a National Monument in 1949 and r
Historical Monuments in Beijing
Gate of Heavenly Peace
The Gate of Heavenly Peace is the main gate of Tiananmen Square and one of the most recognizable symbols of China. Above it is the
Historical Monuments in Beijing
The 17-Arch Bridge
(2)
The bridge of 17 arches is 150 meters long and is one point of interest of the Summer Palace. You have to cross part of Kunming La
Train Stations in Beijing
South Beijing Railway Station
The new South Beijing Railway Station is one of the largest in Asia, having opened in August 2008 for the Olympic games. Now it ha
Historical Monuments in Beijing
Hall of Prayer for Good Harvests
The Hall of Prayer for Good Harvest is undoubtedly the most emblematic building of the Temple of Heaven. Many, in fact, get confus
Train Stations in Beijing
Beijing Railway Station
(5)
Take a look to see how it is its original train station!
Historical Monuments in Beijing
Meridian Door (Wu Men)
(1)
Historical Monuments in Beijing
Gate of Heavenly Purity
(1)
Palaces in Beijing
Marble Boat - Summer Palace
(4)
Historical Monuments in Beijing
Gate of the Dawn Light
(1)
Historical Monuments in Beijing
Monument to Village Heroes
Historical Monuments in Beijing
The Floating Nature Pavilion
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Activities in Beijing
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Mutianyu Great Wall & Ming Tombs Bus Tour
(288)
starting from
24.71
£
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Beijing: Mutianyu Great Wall of China Bus Tour
(189)
starting from
30.13
£
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Forbidden City Ticket
(132)
starting from
7.32
£
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Beijing: Mutianyu Great Wall & Underground Palace Tour
(115)
starting from
21.01
£
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Tiananmen, Forbidden City, Temple of Heaven & Summer Palace
(83)
starting from
30.39
£
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