BEIJING

Beijing city is well known for its rich and long history that started over three thousand years ago. Beijing remained the capital of the Yan state for various centuries. Having a long history, Beijing has history that encompasses of a plethora of both cultural and historic heritage that is a real treasure of the city.  Some of the prominent things that have made the history and culture of Beijing rich include temples, religion, landmark structures, arts, handicrafts and the traditional Beijing cuisine. Every tourist visiting Beijing has to keep one thing in mind that without unfolding the cultural elements of the city, the entire trip to the place would remain incomplete.

Sightseeing In Beijing

Beijing is a complete hub of countless tourist attractions that have a complete glimpse of the rich cultural history and the ancient sites. When we talk of sightseeing at Beijing, there are some well known names that cross one’s mind such as The Great Wall, the Forbidden City, Lama Temple and Temple of Heaven.  The places that the travelers need to mark as must visit in their travel itineraries include Tiananmen Square, Summer Palace, Temple of Confucius, Underground City, Liulichang Culture Street and Temple of Recumbent Buddha.

The things that the tourists love doing in Beijing include shopping at the various shopping malls, enjoying interesting and exciting night life at pubs, dine at some of the finest restaurants of the world and enjoy some sports activities such as hiking, trekking, water polo and tennis.

Airlines flying to Beijing

Air China, Air France, Austrian Airways, British Airways, All Nippon Airways, Malaysian Airlines provide very cheap air fares to visit Beijing

Passport and Visa requirements for US Citizens

A valid passport and Chinese visa are required to enter China. Americans arriving without valid passports and the appropriate China visa may not be permitted to enter and will be subject to a fine and immediate deportation at the traveler's expense