Beijing, capital of the People's Republic of China, is the nation's political, cultural and international exchange center. Beijing China is also the historical center of the country—nowhere will you find more museums, theaters, and royal gardens spread across the landscape. It is also the travel hub for many of the country's most famous landmarks, most notably the Great Wall Of China.
If you are first time to travel to Beijing and take Beijing tour, five Beijing attractions must see:
1. Great Wall of China, an old Chinese "One is not a true man unless he comes to the Great Wall." Great Wall of China is one of the country's top tourist attractions and world's greatest architectural achievements. Today, travelers from the eight directions all flock to the Great Wall to walk on the only man-made structure visible from space. To look out from one of the guard towers out at the barren mountains and the Wall snaking off into the distance is a view not to be forgotten. Standing on the Wall, you can get a good feel for what the Wall was all about.
2. Forbidden City, it is recognized as one of the most important five palaces in the world (the other four are the Palace of Versailles in France, Buckingham Palace in the UK, the White House in the US and the Kremlin in Russia). The splendid architecture of the Forbidden City represents the essence and culmination of traditional Chinese architectural accomplishment. The Forbidden City is the best preserved imperial palace in China and the largest ancient palatial structure in the world.
3. Summer Palace, it is a stunning example of ancient architecture. It is up to now the best preserved and the largest imperial gardens in China. You may regret it if you come to Beijing and miss visiting these gardens.
4. Hutong, the Beijing Hutong (old lane) areas have a very special and important position in the rich history and culture of Beijing. The alleys give a wonderful glimpse into the world of yesterday in Beijing. While visiting the Beijing Hutong, you can appreciate the dramatic changes that the rest of Beijing has undergone. You can see evidence of the history of Beijing, experience the old way of life and experience traditional Beijing culture. Longer Beijing Tour usually include a visit to a hutong area.
5. Temple of Heaven, it is the most holy of Beijing's Imperial temples. For this is where the Emperor came every winter solstice to worship heaven and to solemnly pray for a good harvest. Were you to visit at dawn you'd be surprised by the number of people there performing their morning exercises. Next to an older person practising the slow and flowing movements of Tai Qi there might be a younger one performing vigorous karate-like punches and kicks. One group might be learning the ancient martial art of sword-fighting, while another might be practising a traditional dance. Should you have the energy and the inclination, it is well worth waking up early one morning and visiting this park to watch such events take place.
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