Beijing Attractions
Forbidden City, the most magnificent palace in China;
Ming Tombs, an imperial tomb cluster for 13 emperors of the Ming Dynasty;
Great Wall, one of the seven wonders of the world;
Temple of Heaven, the worshipping site for the emperors;
Summer Palace, the grandest imperial garden in China;
Sacred Way, a divine road reflecting the pomp and dignity of emperors;
Tiananmen Square, The largest square in the world;
Yonghe Temple, a noted temple dedicated to Tibetan Buddhism;
Beihai Park, a centuries-old park with marvelous scenery;
Hutong, a carrier and mirror of Beijing folk culture.
Beijing Great Wall
Badaling Great Wall
Badaling Remnant Great Wall
Huanghuacheng Great Wall
Jinshanling Great Wall
Juyongguan Great Wall
Meng Jiangnu's Bitter Weeping
Mutianyu Great Wall
Simatai Great Wall
Historical Sites
Since Beijing was the capital for four dynasties: Jin (1115-1234), Yuan (127-1368), Ming (1368 -1644) and Qing (1644-1911), it has a wealth of historical sites ranging from royal sumptuous private mansions and gardens to simple villages. Also it is stippled with pagodas and religious temples.
Imperial College
Prince Gong's Mansion
Cuandixia Village
Ancient Cliff House (Guyaju)
Dajue Temple
Yunju Temple
Hongluo Temple
Yinshan Pagoda Forest
West Zhou Yandu Relics
Zhangfang Ancient Battle Tunnel
Yuan Dynasty City Wall Relics
Jiaozhuanghu Tunnel Warfare Site
Museums
Museums in Beijing are places to get a glimpse of the origin of the Chinese people, the history of China and Chinese culture, including architecture, printing, painting and other aspects.
Peking Man Site
China Bee Museum
Museum of Dabaotai Han Tomb
China Printing Museum
Beijing Ancient Architecture Museum
Xu Beihong Museum
Exhibition Hall of Weapons
Mountains and Forest Parks
In the west and south of Beijing, mountains offer beautiful natural scenery in a bountiful and gracious manner. Luxuriant trees, tall or short, form many natural forest parks and scenic areas with pure water and fresh air. Really great places to retreat from the hustle and bustle of the city and clear one's mind!
Fragrant Hills Park
Yunmengshan Forest Park
Baihua Mountain
Baiwangshan Forest Park
Baiquan Mountain
Shangfangshan Forest Park
Lingshan Mountain
Yingshan Forest Park
Yunfeng Mountain
Xiaolongmen Forest Park
Yougushentan Scenic Area
Jiufeng Forest Park
Laoxiangfeng Scenic Area
Jiangjuntuo Scenic Area
Valleys and Gullies, Caves
Due to its mountainous landform, Beijing is riddled with numerous valleys, gullies and gorges in its western area. The brooks trickle through the glens, majestic waterfalls rush down from atop, and bird songs occasionally break the silence of the woods. Caves seem to be playing 'hide-and-seek' while the wonders of nature unfold inside.
Longqing Gorge
Longmen Gully
Taoyuan Fairy Valley
Hu Dong Shui Valley
Tiger Valley
Silver Fox Cave
Qingliang Valley
Duijiu Valley
Xianqi Cave
Jiudaowan Canyon
Shihua Cave
Longxian Palace & Shentang Valley
Parks & Lakes
Beijing is dotted with many parks and lakes and some parks even feature different themes. Yuyuantan Park is most noted for its cherry blossoms, Zizhuyuan Park is characterized by its various bamboos, while Lianhuachi Park highlights the lotus.
Yuyuantan Park
Lianhuachi Park
Zizhuyuan Park
Pearl Lake
Xiangshui Lake
Qinglong Lake & Hope Park
Other Beijing Attractions
Last but not least, there are also attractions which cater for tourists looking for something different. These scenic spots demonstrate the all-embracing and gentle character of this city.
Grand View Garden
Kangxi Grassland
Beijing Zoo
Taipingyang Underwater World
Beijing Aquarium
Shijinglong Ski Resort
Beijing Botanical Garden