Beijing
With a population of 22 million and area the size of Belgium, Beijing is one of the world’s most monumental cities - a city of superlatives, with the biggest central square in the world - Tian'anmen Square - the largest and best-preserved imperial palace complex - Forbidden City - the largest sacrificial complex in the world - the Temple of Heaven, and section of the world’s largest man-made structure - the Great Wall, nearby, there are plenty of sights worthy enough for this colossal capital to have on its roll-call.
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A little background
Having invested billions to stage the awe-inspiring spectacle of the 2008 Olympic Games, today’s Beijing is an efficient, economic powerhouse and an intriguing urban destination for tourists keen to immerse themselves in China’s long and colourful history, and its vibrant, unique take on city living, 21st century style.
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Five Beijing Experiences not to miss
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Stroll along Liulichang Culture Street’s promenade of buildings from the Ming and Qing dynasties for a ‘China in Miniature’ tour
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Be amazed at the elaborate complex of temples, palaces and squares locked within the Forbidden City’s timeless courtyards
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Seek solace at the Pavilion of Ten Thousand Happinesses with its tens of thousands of Buddhas and enormous statue of Maitreya on a white marble base
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Shop for a unique souvenir at Panjiayuan’s weekend Market - with its traditional stall holders selling the good, bad and bizarre of Chinese crafts
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Enjoy an acrobatic evening at the Universal Theatre - where acrobats from the Chinese Acrobatic Troupe perform mind-boggling displays