“He who has not been to the Great Wall is not a true hero.”— —This line from Mao Zedong’s poem has almost become the inner monologue of every traveler to China. My foreign friends often tell me excitedly that climbing the Great Wall is the number one item on their…
Qianmen Street is one of Beijing’s most famous historic streets, boasting over a century of history. Located south of Tiananmen Square, it is renowned for its charming traditional architecture, time-honored shops with deep cultural roots, and authentic Beijing cuisine, making it a classic must-visit landmark for first-time visitors to Beijing….
As a Beijing landmark and an important symbol of China, Tiananmen Square is a must-visit for every tourist visiting Beijing. As the world’s largest urban central square, it not only carries a rich history and culture but also features the highly ceremonial flag-raising ceremony and magnificent landmark buildings. This comprehensive…
If your Beijing itinerary only includes the Forbidden City and the Great Wall, you might be missing a place equally captivating and closer to the historical and modern pulse of the city—Beijing Ditan Park. Ditan Park feels completely different from most other attractions in Beijing. It doesn’t rely on iconic architecture to…
> Last Updated: July 2026 Recently, news of the U.S. President’s visit to the Temple of Heaven made headlines around the world. The image of the two leaders shaking hands in front of the Hall of Prayer for Good Harvests has once again brought this 600-year-old ancient structure into the…
The Prince Gong’s Mansion is quite different from large imperial palaces like the Forbidden City and the Summer Palace. It is not a grand imperial palace, but a fully preserved residence of the Qing Dynasty’s highest-ranking nobility, offering a close-up look at the true lifestyle of Qing princes and nobles….
Every year during the Spring Festival, thousands of people flock to Yonghe Temple in Beijing to pray for peace, health, and good fortune in the new year. If you plan to visit Yonghe Temple to offer prayers during the 2026 Spring Festival, choosing the right time and preparing in advance…
The Old Summer Palace is one of Beijing’s most historically significant attractions, but the experience here is completely different from that of other famous gardens. This is not a fully restored palace complex, but rather a historical site that has survived to the present day. Many visitors wonder: Is the…
The Summer Palace is one of Beijing’s most renowned attractions, famous worldwide for its picturesque lakes and mountains, exquisite gardens, and magnificent imperial architecture. If you’re planning a visit to the Summer Palace, you’re likely wondering: how long should you plan for, which route is the most efficient, and is…
