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Beijing in One Day: The Central Axis from Palace to Temple
One day in Beijing is not enough for the entire city, but it can explain its historic logic. The most useful route follows part of the Central…
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How to Pay, Use the Metro and Stay Online in Beijing
Beijing is a highly digital city, but an international visitor no longer has to manage everything through a Chinese application. Metro gates accept…
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Shichahai at Night Connects Hutongs, Lakes and Teahouses
Shichahai is one of the places where historic Beijing can still be explored after palaces and museums close. The area consists of Qianhai, Houhai…
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Sanlitun Shows Beijing's Contemporary Commercial Face
Sanlitun represents contemporary Beijing without imperial architecture. The district in Chaoyang brings together fashion, dining, offices, hotels…
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How to Visit Beijing's 798 Art District
The 798 Art Zone is extensive and, without preparation, can easily become a long walk past closed doors. It occupies sites at 2 and 4 Jiuxianqiao…
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Where to Find Parks, Lakes and Calm in Beijing
Beijing's parks are more than additions to the principal monuments. They serve exercise, dancing and social gatherings in the morning, provide…
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Five Days in Beijing: A Practical Itinerary
Beijing is too large for an itinerary without geography. This five day plan therefore groups places by district and limits unnecessary journeys…