1.Beijing is a city soaked in history.

Beijing had already been famous during the Warring States period (475 BC - 221 BC), when Beijing was a capital city of a kingdom named Yan Kingdom. After the Yan Kingdom, five more dynasties built their capitals in today’s Beijing, including the Liao, Jin, Yuan, Ming and Qing Dynasties. Therefore, Beijing is a city full of culture and tradition. Now historical sites such as Nanluoguxiang, the Forbidden City, Ming Tombs, the Great Wall, Beihai Park and the Summer Palace from the Yuan, Ming and Qing Dynasties are evidence that tell the stories of the past.

2.Old Beijing culture is worth exploring.

The most protruding representatives of Old Beijing culture are Beijing’s hutongs and courtyard houses, which are mainly located around the Forbidden City. Shichahai and Qianmen are places where tourists usually visit to explore Old Beijing culture by touring hutongs and courtyard houses. Shichahai hutongs were once resided by rich and royal families and are now an idea land for a stroll in the morning or the afternoon.

3.Religion serves as an important feature of Beijing travel.

Since it is the capital of China, Beijing has attracted all kinds of domestic and foreign religions to settle here, including Taoism, Buddhism, Christianity, Catholicism and Muslim. The White Cloud Temple is a Taoist temple, Tanzhe Temple and Yonghegong Lama Temple (Tibetan Buddhism) are Buddhist temples, Chongwenmen Church is the largest Methodist church in Beijing, and Beijing Niujie Muslim Mosque is the representative of Muslim in Beijing. So, you don’t have to worry about worshiping your gods in your trip here.

4.The Great Wall exploration must be much more interesting.

Since Beijing was once the city bordering the northern tribes which often invaded the China in the history, many sections of the Great Wall had been built to prevent the invaders from the north. Now you can take the bus or drive car setting off from downtown Beijing to these sections, explore the wonderfulness of the remains of the Great Wall. Sections such as Badaling, Mutianyu, Juyongguan, Huanghuashui, Jiankou and Simatai are places where tourists usually travel to, in whatever season that settles in Beijing. Jiankou is a wild section and is loved by hikers and photographers.

5.Delicious cuisines you cannot miss.

Beijing is a melting pot for Chinese food although it still preserves its own flavor. In Beijing, one of the most famous foods is Peking Duck, which is mainly cooked by Quanjude, Bianyifang and Dadong. Some travelers visiting Beijing hope to have a taste of Beijing’s hot pot, because it warms their heart and soul during the cold winter. As far as I know, you have two choices. One is Hai Di Lao, a modern restaurant featuring hot pot with very good service and a buffet-like hot pot condiments selection process. The other is Nan Men Shuan Rou, which uses traditional Beijing hot pot ware (copper ware) to boil mutton and vegetables. Eating hot pot really warms your heart during this season.

6.You will never think Beijing is a place full of modern art.

Beijing allows artists to create their own artworks in certain areas of the city. The most famous art district is the 798 Art District, where hundreds of art studios stand to welcome tourists. Moreover, you can encounter many artwork including sculptures and graffiti while wandering the roads of it. In addition, Cao Chang Di and Dagaocun are other two art districts welcoming visitors.

7.Olympic spirit still shines in Beijing.

The park is located on Subway Line 8. Getting off at Olympic Park Station, you will come to the park, where you will see the Bird’s Nest and the Water Cube. It is a large area where hundreds upon hundreds of tourists visit each day. In addition, you can also walk to the Olympic Forest Park in the north. It is a place suitable for jogging.

8.Biking is also possible in the city.

The most recommended biking tour is one around the Shichahai hutong area, but many people ride their bikes to many sites such as the Great Wall and Chaobai River on the outskirts of Beijing.

9.You will feel the heartbeat of nature in Beijing’s beautiful hills and botanical garden.

The most famous hills Beijing features for autumn travel are the Fragrant Hills located to the northwest of the Summer Palace. But you can still visit it in winter. This park is famous for the beautiful scenery of maple leaves and lush forests. The one that follows its footstep is the Beijing Botanical Garden, where you will not only see gorgeous flowers, but you will totally step into the heart of nature. All kinds of plants can be something worth exploring.

10.Hanging out at night appears very alluring too.

The nightlife paradise in Beijing is probably found in Sanlitun. Both locals and foreigners visit that area each and every night. Drinking foreign alcoholic beverages is possible here. Other nightlife lands include Laoshe Teahouse, Red Theatre and Huguang Guild Hall, where traditional Chinese art forms can be fully experienced. Many people visiting Beijing love Chinese tea, and Laoshe Teahouse is the most recommended one.