Beijing, the capital of the People’s Republic of China, is an ancient capital with a history of more than 3,000 years, rich in history, culture and natural scenery. The Palace Museum, Badaling Great Wall, Fragrant Hill and other attractions, are must-see attractions when you first arrive in Beijing. Among the top ten famous scenic spots in Beijing, how many of them have you visited?

1. Tiananmen Square-The Palace Museum

Tiananmen Square - The Palace Museum, one of the must-see attractions in Beijing, is located in the central axis of downtown Beijing, with the Great Hall of the People and the National Museum on the east and west sides of the square, and the Mao Memorial Hall and Tiananmen Square on the north and south sides. After Tiananmen Square, is the Meridian  Gate which is also the southern gate of the Palace Museum. The Palace Museum is also known as the Forbidden City, a World Heritage Site, and a national 5A-level scenic spot. It is the world’s largest extant, and the most completely preserved ancient building of the wooden structure.

2. The Great Wall of China - Badaling - Juyongguan - Mutianyu

The Great Wall of China, known as one of the Seven Wonders of the World, is a world cultural heritage and a national 5A-level scenic spot. In Beijing, Badaling-Juyongguan-Mutianyu is a famous section of the Great Wall, especially the Badaling Great Wall, which is the earliest section opened to tourists and is the most essential part of the Great Wall. It is like a giant dragon weaving through the mountains, showing the majestic style. The Juyongguan Great Wall, the nearest one to Beijing, is actually just a circular pass, known as the first majestic Great Wall pass, which is of military vital importance since ancient times. And the Mutianyu Great Wall is surrounded by pines and cypresses, and is the most beautiful section of the Great Wall.

Translator: YUAN Ting

Reviewer: BAO Minmin