The most important tourist attractions in Beijing

Beijing is distinguished by its history and architectural heritage, as it has many wonderful historical sites that are countless, such as the Great Wall of China, the Imperial Palace and the Summer Palace.

Tiananmen Square and the Peking Man Ruins in Zhoukoudian District, as well as hundreds of museums and theaters.

What makes this city a popular destination for visitors from all walks of life is the nature of the Chinese in general and the Pekingese in particular, with the warm welcome of their guests and the gentleness of their manners.

As well as delicious Pekingese foods, on top of which is roast Peking duck and other delicious Chinese dishes. Here, dear visitor, is an overview of the most important tourist areas in Beijing, the capital of China:

 Forbidden City

Tourism in China cannot be complete without visiting the Forbidden City in Beijing, as it is considered one of the most important tourist places and is considered the imperial palace built by the Ming Dynasty

One of the most important symbols of historical China, and this hall witnessed the emperor's celebration of the New Year in the winter season, and weddings and other popular celebrations were also held in it.

And this hall is considered the largest wooden hall in China and is decorated with dozens of distinctive ceramic carvings, which are made of sandalwood and have carvings of ivory decorated with countless jewels.

 badling

On this day's excursion, we will visit the Badaling Great Wall, the pride of China and one of the Seven Wonders of the World as described by Richard Nixon.

As one of the greatest achievements of the human race, you, dear visitor, can walk and enjoy the green mountain scenery. If you are a fan of climbing, do not forget your jacket to be in good condition.

Heaven Temple

The Temple of Heaven is the most prominent landmark of the Chinese capital, Beijing, with a history of construction dating back about 500 years

It is considered, according to Chinese beliefs, “a link between heaven and earth” and as a result of the belief that the earth is square and the sky is circular. Its base was built in the form of a square and the upper floors were in a circular shape

The square base consists of several steps to symbolize the links between heaven and earth. Visiting it may give you familiarity with new cultures

 Summer Palace

It is considered the most wonderful tourist site not only in China, but also in the whole world. It is also considered the largest and most complete imperial garden and the most famous classical garden remaining in China today.

It not only combines the strength of the mountains, the roar of water, and the beauty and elegance of the views of its south, but also embodies the luxury and splendor of the imperial palaces and the creativity of the people’s dwellings as well. Therefore, it deserves the title of “Garden Museum.” Never miss, dear visitor, visiting this beautiful place.

Tiananmen Square

 Tiananmen Square is the largest square in the world and continues to be a stunning place and a vantage point for visitors from all over China surrounded by Soviet-style attractions and government buildings.

And there are 4 marble lions in front of the Tiananmen Gate northwest, one has a bullet hole on its stomach from the Tiananmen Square massacre

Beihai Park

  One of the oldest gardens in the city, and that garden includes various types of beautiful flowers and plants, in addition to various and different trees, and includes a large lake that dominates the garden

It is characterized by beauty and attractiveness, and attracts tourists from all over the world. They can also rent a boat inside the lake and make a cruise inside it to enjoy watching the park.

Yonghe Temple

If you proceed further on the northern section of the Second Ring Road you will pass Lamy Monastery, which has red walls and yellow tiled roofs, near Andingmen Overpass

This is the Lama Temple or Yonghegong Monastery, also known as the Lamy Palace of Harmony and Peace. It is a famous lama temple of the Yellow Hat Sect of Lamaism. This monastery was originally the residence of Emperor Yongzheng of the Qing Dynasty.

Nanluoguxiang Street

 The nightlife in its modern restaurants and lively atmosphere made tourists like a magnet, but sometimes the activity may withdraw from the narrow street, and the area becomes quieter

During the day the street also caters to all tastes of shoppers of the latest fashions with multiple shopping arcades. The Gulou district is one of the few remaining areas of Beijing that still has a hutong although many of these quadruple houses with red door are also being modernized.

Arts District 798

The chimneys still reach high into the sky between the rows of buildings, and the walls still have graffiti from another era, some of which still look new in color.

Some of them are outdated by time. These workshops and the floors of the former factories today include art galleries in which only noise can be heard. If a person wanders into one of the complexes,

He may inhale the aroma of roasted coffee, the fragrance of international cuisine, and the fragrant aromas of many cafes and restaurants. This is the Arts District, 798 spacious establishments full of activity and vitality, merging tradition with modernity and trade with art.

Gulu and Zonglu shrine

 Known as the Drum and Bell Towers in English today, Gulu and Zhonglu are tourist attractions that provide an insight into the distinctive traditional Chinese architecture.

Gulu Drum Tower stands at the intersection of Gulu and Dianmen Streets, and visitors who can climb the steep stairs will be rewarded with a great view of Beijing. Zhongluo Bell Tower is a short walk from Drum Tower.