Beijing Destinations
Beijing is a city rich of history and cultures, and therefore it is no surprise that there is many things to be seen in this great city. We have selected just a few of numerous destinations you can go to. The following are the most well-known places and most visited by tourists.
Great Wall Of China |
Temple of Heaven |
| North of Beijing city Beijing, China Phone: +86 (0)10 6912 1235 Qin Dynasty (221-207BC) much of the Great Wall was linked together and it runs for 5,000 kilometers and offers spectacular views along steep cliffs. This is a man made wall and it is truly remarkable to see if first hand. A must see on everyone's list that visits Beijing , China . |
Tian Tan North Road Beijing , Hebei 100050 China Phone: +86 (0)10 6702 2242 The Temple of Heaven was built between 1406 and 1420s. It was this very place where the emperors of the Qing and Mind Dynasties prayed. They prayed for good harvests and good rains to come and it is said that the echo can be heard all along the hallways of just a whisper of a voice. |
Forbidden City |
Summer Palace |
| North of Tiananmen Square Dong Cheng District Beijing , Hebei 100009 China Phone: +86 (0)10 6512 2255; +86 (0)10 6513 2255 The Forbidden City is also known as the Former Palace . There are 9,999 rooms and 70 structures inside this immense building. With a most and surrounded by a high wall this was a residence to the Ming and Qing Dynasty. It also has a wonderful royal garden in the back. |
West of the Ruins of the Old Summer Palace Beijing , Hebei 100091 China Phone: +86 (0)10 6288 1144 During the Qing Dynasty The Summer Palace was the summer residence. There is a 17 arch bridge that offers fantastic views of the home and the grounds with beautiful gardens. There is also a long corridor filled with beautiful paintings. An absolutely fantastic day will be spent there in its peacefulness. |
Lama Temple |
Silver Fox Cave |
| 12 Yong He Gong Avenue m Beijing , 100007 China Phone: +86 (0)10 6404 4499; +84 (0)10 6404 3769 The Lama Temple was built in 1694 and means “ Palace of Peace and Harmony”. It has five large halls and courtyards with delicate archways. There is an abundance of Buddhist art throughout and other Tibetan-style murals. It was the residence of Prince Yin Zhen, a son of Emperor Kang Xi of the Qing Dynasty. |
Xia Ying Shui Village , Fo Zi Zhuang Town Beijing , Beijing 102616 China Phone: +86 (0)10 6036 3236 The Silver Fox Cave has unusual stone flowers and formations. You will see waterfalls as you ride along in a boat below ground level. All through the cave you will see interesting artefacts, it has its own built in museum. It is warm in the winter and cold in the summer inside the cave so dress accordingly. |
Tiananmen Square |
Beijing Aquarium |
| Chang An Avenue Dong Cheng District Beijing , Hebei 100006 China Tiananmen Square is surrounded by buildings including Tiananmen Gate, The Forbidden City, the Great Hall of the People, The Monument of the People's Heroes and the Mao Zedong Mausoleum. It is a symbol of the People's Republic of China . |
108 Gao Liang Qiao West Street Hai Dian District Beijing, 100081 China Phone: +86 (0)10 6833 8741; 6217 6655 At Beijing Aquarium see sharks, a man-made rain forest and dolphin shows to entertain everyone in your group. It is a great afternoon of sightseeing and learning all about the aquatic life. Nice time for a visit especially if you like fish and underwater life |
Bei Hai Park |
Beijing Planetarium |
| 1 Wen Jin Street (northwest of the Forbidden City ) Beijing, Hebei 100034 China Phone: +86 (0)10 6403 1102 Bei Hai Park is very calming and peaceful at any time of the day and you can rent paddle boats on the river. It was built for recreation by the emperors of post-Kublai Khan Dynasties. Just relax and take a few moments to visit at any time of the year as it is absolutely beautiful. |
138 Xi Zhi Men Wai Road Xi Cheng District Beijing , Beijing 100044 China Phone: +86 (0)10 6835 2453 At the Beijing Planetarium you can star gaze which is not always possible in the rest of the city. It is very relaxing at the end of the day. So take your time and enjoy yourself. There are different shows every month and you'll enjoy just sitting and staring into the artificial night sky. |
