Beijing - both an ancient city, as well as a thriving metropolis; a fascinating mixture of old world culture, and the new, modern China - is waiting for your to explore. With the Olympic 2008 in Beijing, the city is touching up to welcome tourists from all over the world.

Main Attractions in Beijing
Not to be missed in Beijing are: the Great Wall of China, the Forbidden City, and the Temple of Heaven, where the Emperor came every winter solstice to worship heaven and to solemnly pray for a good harvest. The cuddly pandas awaits at Beijing zoo, a delight for visitors of all ages. Night life is not rare in Beijing anymore with choices of Peking Opera, acrobatics, dramas, local ballad singing, song and dance performances, or music concert. Pubs and bars are also increasing in both numbers and quality.

Travel Tips in Beijing
Beijing's airport is located 28km (17 miles) northeast of the city centre. Taxi and airport shuttle buses are available. Buses take five routes into the city - the most popular is to Xidan in central Beijing, a short walk from the Forbidden City. The other routes are to Fangzhuang, Beijing Railway Station, Gongzhufen in western Beijing, Zhongguancun hi-tech park in the city's northwest district.