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The Best Beijing Travel Guide
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Beijing, the capital of P.R.C, is also the political, economical, cultural and educational center of the country. Since ancient times it has already been the heart and soul of politics and society. It is one of the six ancient cities in China, together with Luoyang, Kaifeng, Xian, Nanjing and Hangzhou. The long history leaves the city priceless historical and cultural relics which delight and attract a myriad of travelers to explore. Also its modern development intrigues people all over the world.
Covering an area of 16,410 square kilometers, Beijing had a population of 14.93 million. The climate varies a lot there. It has four distinct seasons. The best time to Beijing is late spring and autumn. But recent years there maybe yellow wind in Beijing. So the golden time to Beijing is autumn when the sunshine is bright and the shy is blue. In May every year, there are many international class performances. Of course it is also OK if you like winter. You may go skiing in Beihai, view the snowy sight on West Hill and enjoy the steaming hotpot. Before that you should prepare down garments and sweaters.
Beijing is a city enduring rise and fall of powerful imperial dynasties through its long history. There are all together 24 emperors have lived and ruled the country in Beijing. Beijing develops with full vitality nowadays. At the same time it also well preserves the historical relics. So now if you go to Beijing you may still enjoy the “old Beijing” in teahouses, Hutong, temple fairs and many other places. Touring these places will give you a complete tour of Beijing which is full of charm, grace and vitality.
There are many world-class attractions in Beijing, the Tian’anmen Square—the largest one in the world, the Forbidden City—the world’s largest and best-protected royal palace, the Temple of Heaven—the largest sacrificial complex in the world and so on. All these intrigues people from both China and overseas, the Grand View Garden—an imitation landscape garden based on the one in China's most famous literary work "the Dream of the Red Mansion".
Traveling around Beijing, history is definitely not the only thing you feel about this ancient city. You may be shocked by the fact that it is not only an ancient city but also a metropolis. You may see modern skyscrapers, hustling shopping malls like Wangfujing Street and Xidan Commercial Street. Many world brands can be found in the city.
Modern life in Beijing today is constantly changing and improving. Some of the traditional customs have gradually vanished; however, as a kind of life memories, the original taste and flavor which implies the authentic ideas of Beijing people?still take root in people's mind. Some classical and traditional local customs retained by Beijing people are still surviving from the past. For example, the temple fair, is similar to a rural bazaar, and is often held in combination with religious activities. It is a folk recreational activity and a combination of beer and skittles which is also considered as the carnival of Beijing.
Plenty of Chinese food can be available in Beijing which will give you good appetite. Family Li Imperial dishes and Tanjia dishes present unique tastes. Quan Ju Deand Bian Yi Fang are two oldest Peking duck restaurants currently standing in Beijing. If you want more, western style dishes are also at your choice. There are plenty of fast food options, handy shopping expeditions or whenever you just need a cheeseburger. McDonald's, Kentucky Fried Chicken, Pizza Hut, Starbuck's Coffee, Subway Subs and Dunkin-Donuts have all established chain stores in the city. 
Beijing’s nightlife may give you other surprises. You can enjoy yourself with the traditional Beijing Opera, acrobatic show and martial show, together with modern ones such as concerts, ballroom dancing, pubs and clubs. You may choose whatever you prefer.
Beijing, as the capital and a municipality of the People's Republic of China (PRC), is a transportation hub, with a sophisticated network of roads, railways and a major airport. Four completed ring roads encircle a city with nine expressways heading out in virtually all compass directions, supplemented by eleven China National Highways. The traffic condition in Beijing is the best one in China and Beijing is also the most convenient city in China. Bargaining is a routine in China when shopping, with the exception, of course, of supermarkets, department stores and exclusive shops. In China, bargaining is neither a quarrel nor a face-losing act, but instead a friendly communication. Remember: vendors always overcharge, allowing a wide scope for you to haggle.
No description can fully display the charm of the city. Come and experience for yourself.?
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