Holiday in Beijing

About Beijing

Beijing, the capital of China, is a city of superlatives and millennia-old cultural heritage: Here lie the Forbidden City, the largest palace complex in the world, the Great Wall, and the Temple of Heaven in close proximity to each other — a concentration of world heritage that is unparalleled. The Forbidden City covers 720,000 square meters with 980 buildings and was the seat of Chinese emperors for almost 500 years. Its sea of golden roofs, powerful courtyards, and magnificent throne halls overwhelm every visitor. The Tiananmen Square in front is one of the largest public squares in the world. The Summer Palace by Kunming Lake combines imperial garden art with boat rides and temple complexes. The Great Wall can be reached from Beijing in an hour: The restored section at Badaling is the most accessible, while Mutianyu and Jinshanling offer a more authentic experience. The historic Hutong districts with their narrow alleys and traditional courtyard houses provide a fascinating contrast to the modern metropolis. Peking Duck, the city's most famous dish, is ceremonially carved at the table. March to May and September to November offer pleasant temperatures for sightseeing.