Beijing Tour Attractions

Beijing is vibrant with amazing attractions, Forbidden City, the most magnificent palace in China; Ming Tombs, an imperial tomb cluster for thirteen emperors of the Ming Dynasty (1368-1644); Great Wall, one of the seven wonders of the world; Temple of Heaven, the worshipping site for the emperors; Summer Palace, the grandest imperial garden in China; Sacred Way, a divine road reflecting the pomp and dignity of emperors; Tiananmen Square, The largest square in the world; Lama Temple, a noted temple dedicated to Tibetan Buddhism; Beihai Park, a centuries-old park with marvelous scenery; Hutong, a carrier and mirror of Beijing folk culture.

Historical Sites
Since Beijing was the capital for four dynasties: Jin (1115-1234), Yuan (127-1368), Ming (1368 -1644) and Qing (1644-1911), it has a wealth of historical sites ranging from royal sumptuous private mansions and gardens to simple villages. Also it is stippled with pagodas and religious temples.

Imperial College Prince Gong's Mansion
Cuandixia Village Ancient Cliff House (Guyaju)
Dajue Temple Yunju Temple
Hongluo Temple Yinshan Pagoda Forest
West Zhou Yandu Relics Zhangfang Ancient Battle Tunnel
Yuan Dynasty City Wall Relics Jiaozhuanghu Tunnel Warfare Site

Museums
Museums in Beijing are places to get a glimpse of the origin of the Chinese people, the history of China and Chinese culture, including architecture, printing, painting and other aspects.

Peking Man Site China Bee Museum
Museum of Dabaotai Han Tomb China Printing Museum
Beijing Ancient Architecture Museum Xu Beihong Museum
Exhibition Hall of Weapons

Mountains and Forest Parks
In the west and south of Beijing, mountains offer beautiful natural scenery in a bountiful and gracious manner. Luxuriant trees, tall or short, form many natural forest parks and scenic areas with pure water and fresh air. Really great places to retreat from the hustle and bustle of the city and clear one's mind!

Fragrant Hills Park Yunmengshan Forest Park
Baihua Mountain Baiwangshan Forest Park
Baiquan Mountain Shangfangshan Forest Park
Lingshan Mountain Yingshan Forest Park
Yunfeng Mountain Xiaolongmen Forest Park
Yougushentan Scenic Area Jiufeng Forest Park
Laoxiangfeng Scenic Area Jiangjuntuo Scenic Area

Valleys and Gullies, Caves
Due to its mountainous landform, Beijing is riddled with numerous valleys, gullies and gorges in its western area. The brooks trickle through the glens, majestic waterfalls rush down from atop, and bird songs occasionally break the silence of the woods. Caves seem to be playing 'hide-and-seek' while the wonders of nature unfold inside.

Longqing Gorge Longmen Gully
Taoyuan Fairy Valley Hu Dong Shui Valley
Tiger Valley Shentang Valley
Qingliang Valley Duijiu Valley
Xianqi Cave Jiudaowan Canyon
Shihua Cave Longxian Palace
Silver Fox Cave

Parks and Lakes
Beijing is dotted with many parks and lakes and some parks even feature different themes. Yuyuantan Park is most noted for its cherry blossoms, Zizhuyuan Park is characterized by its various bamboos, while Lianhuachi Park highlights the lotus.

Yuyuantan Park Lianhuachi Park
Zizhuyuan Park Hope Park
Xiangshui Lake Qinglong Lake
Pearl Lake

Others
Last but not least, there are also attractions which cater for tourists looking for something different. These scenic spots demonstrate the all-embracing and gentle character of this city.

Grand View Garden Kangxi Grassland
Beijing Zoo Taipingyang Underwater World
Beijing Aquarium Shijinglong Ski Resort
Beijing Botanical Garden

Edited by Athena Lee,

Author/Editor By : HCT