Beijing, China 
Beijing, millennial capital between tradition and modernity
Explore Beijing, a fascinating crossroads where imperial history and contemporary China meet in a unique urban symphony. Between its ancestral palaces, authentic hutongs and futuristic skyscrapers, the Chinese capital invites you on an extraordinary journey through the ages. Our guide presents the emblematic sites, culinary delights and all the essential information to discover this captivating metropolis where thousand-year-old traditions and modern ambitions coexist harmoniously.
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Top 6 Must-See Places
1.Forbidden City
2.Great Wall of China (Mutianyu or Badaling)
3.Temple of Heaven
4.Tiananmen Square
5.Summer Palace
6.Beijing Hutongs
Must-Try
đŊī¸Peking Duck - Iconic imperial dish
đŊī¸Jiaozi - Traditional Chinese dumplings
đŊī¸Zhajiangmian Noodles - Noodles with fermented bean sauce
Good to Know
- đŖī¸ Languages: Mandarin, limited English outside tourist areas
- đ¤ī¸ Weather: Between 25°C and 35°C in summer, -5°C and 5°C in winter, strongly continental climate
- đļ Currency: Chinese Yuan Renminbi (CNY)
- đŠī¸ Airport: Beijing Capital International Airport (PEK) and Beijing Daxing International Airport (PKX)
- đ Transportation: Subway / Bus / Taxi (2-8 CNY per subway trip)
Quick Tips
- đ Time Zone: UTC+08
- đŗ Payment: Cash and mobile payment (WeChat Pay, Alipay) preferred, limited international cards
- đŊī¸ Meal Times: Lunch 11:30am-1:30pm, Dinner 6pm-8:30pm
- đ° Water: Bottled water mandatory
- đ Electric Plugs: Type A/C/I (220V)
Emergency Numbers
- đ Police: 110
- đ Emergency: 120