Ten scenic spots in Beijing

1. Drum Tower and Bell Tower

Drum Tower and Bell Tower, which are called Drum Tower and Bell Tower in English, were the official timekeepers in Beijing during the Yuan and Ming Dynasties. Today, they are tourist attractions that provide insight into China's traditional architecture. Located at the intersection of Drum Tower and Di 'anmen Street, Drum Tower was built by Kublai Khan in 1272. Visitors who can climb the steep stairs will get the beautiful scenery of Beijing. Bell Tower The Bell Tower is only a few steps away from the Drum Tower. Both are located in one of the few hutong areas in Beijing.

2. 798 Art District

Even people who don't like art will appreciate this topic after visiting the 798 Art District of Beijing Avant-garde Art District. The 798 Art District is located in what used to be an ancient power plant and a hive of artistic activities. Visitors can see artists' works in the studio, buy art and art-related souvenirs, relax their tired feet in cafes on the sidewalk and enjoy hundreds of statues that can be found on any street. In order to fully appreciate the 798 Art District, tourists may want to spend at least a whole day here, because there are too many scenic spots in just a few hours.

3. Nanluoguxiang

Nanluoguxiang is the yuppie street in Beijing. The nightlife of fashionable restaurants and bars attracts young people to like magnets; Sometimes activities flow into narrow streets. As shoppers look for the latest styles in their boutiques, the daytime is quieter. Nanluoguxiang is located near Gulou Street (East Gulou Street), just a few steps away from Gulou, and it is an ideal place to explore hutong, because there are narrow alleys of traditional houses. Gulou area is one of the few areas in Beijing that still has hutongs, although many of these quadrangles with red doors are also undergoing modernization.

4. Lama Temple

The Lama Temple (Peace Palace) is located in the northeast of Beijing and is one of the largest Tibetan Buddhist temples in the world. This temple was built by Emperor China, who was fascinated by the Tibetan version of Buddhism. For many years, many Tibetan and Mongolian monks lived and educated here, and there are still monks living here today. There is a 26-meter (85-foot) high statue of Maitreya in the temple, carved from a piece of white sandalwood.

5. Beihai Park

Beihai Park in the center of Beijing is very happy all year round. As the most popular park in Beijing, people skate on the lake in winter and walk around when the trees are in full bloom in spring. Its Tibetan White Pagoda Temple on Qionghua Island is a landmark building in Beijing. Because it is close to the Forbidden City, the park used to be a royal playground. Weekend mornings are a good time to visit, because China people can dance, sing karaoke or Peking Opera, play badminton or perform in string quartets. This is a veritable entertainment buffet.

6. Tiananmen Square

Tiananmen Square is surrounded by Soviet-style monuments and government buildings, and it is the largest city square in the world. It is still a shocking place and a place to wander and see tourists from all over China. Many people visit their capital for the first time. At dawn and dusk at the northern end of the square, there is a flag-raising ceremony. There are four marble lions in front of Tiananmen Gate.

7. Summer Palace

The Summer Palace is located 15 kilometers (9.3 miles) away from the center of Beijing, and it is mainly composed of Changshou Mountain and Kunming Lake. As the name suggests, the Summer Palace was used by the imperial rulers of China as a summer resort and as a refuge of the Forbidden City. The garden was greatly extended in 175, which reproduced the styles of palaces and gardens all over China. Kunming Lake extends to imitate the West Lake in Hangzhou.

8. The Temple of Heaven

Although the Temple of Heaven was regarded as a Taoist temple before Taoism was worshipped in paradise in China. The temple was built from 146 to 142. During the reign of Emperor Yongle, he was also responsible for the construction of the Forbidden City in Beijing. This temple is not only a beautiful scenic spot, but also a vast public park around it. Local residents practice Tai Ji Chuan in the morning and on weekends.

9. Badaling Great Wall

The Great Wall-the longest outdoor museum in the world-winds through the mountains with great scenery. Badaling has some wheelchair access, and it is also the location of the fabulous Great Wall Museum, with a three-dimensional model of its buildings and protective walls.

1. The Forbidden City

The Forbidden City is one of the greatest palaces in the world, ranking high with the Kremlin, Buckingham Palace and Versailles. It is undoubtedly the most popular tourist attraction in Beijing, and the crowd can prove it. For centuries, it has been the seat of the government of China, so it is not restricted by civilians. Today, anyone who wants to know more about the heritage of the Kingdom of China can attend. There is really no way to avoid the crowd here, but tourists may want to see the halls on both sides to learn more. Most people walk in the middle and look at the hall, ignoring the treasure next to them.