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- A Small Town American’s First Time in ChinaMy experiences the first time exploring Beijing, China: The Forbidden City, The Great Wall of China, taxi discrimination, and sea cucumbers.
- A Weekend Travel Itinerary for BeijingBeijing is a historic city that has retained its unique Chinese style while becoming a truly modern metropolis. Filled with history and modernity, this city is a must visit. Check out this weekend itinerary for Beijing.
View of Beijing China from Fragrant Hills ParkFragrant Hills Park is located northwest of Beijing China and is famous for the mountains turning a bright red in fall when the tree leaves turn. Incense Burner Peak also has an unmatched view of Beijing.- Beijing Provincial CIty in ChinaA trip to China will involve many useful features. Many of those are found in Beijing, the capitol of the intense Chinese city. You can read about the features you will see while in Beijing as well as features of China in general. Read this before going i
- Alicia Sacramone determined to improve upon Beijing performanceAfter a disappointing end to her 2008 Beijing Summer Olympics, gymnast Alicia Sacramone is back in training for the 2012 London Games.
Beijing Travel GuideI spent a week in Beijing and would recommend it to travelers as a great introduction to Asia. It's a safe, yet exotic city, with a strong tourist infrastructure. It's an ancient city that also offers the latest in luxury hotels and modern lifestyle.
A Travel Guide to Beijing, ChinaPlanning a trip to Beijing? Travel reporter Jenny Peters gives you all the inside scoop, from where to sleep, eat and shop to what key places to visit and how to get around this vast metropolis, without wearing out your feet.
A First Timer's Guide to Shopping in Beijing, ChinaBeijing is a shopper's paradise or a shopper's worst nightmare. The tips in this article will help you enjoy your shopping experience in Beijing, China.- Spring Break Problems in BeijingA band trip to Beijing went wrong when the Chinese government was misinformed.
- Deadly Earthquake Hits Sendai on the Pacific Coast of Japan, Flooding Tokyo and Shaking Buildings in BeijingThe Japanese Pacific coast town of Sendai was rocked by the quake, which measured 8.9 on the Richter scale.
- NYT - Arab Revolts as Viewed from Beijing... it is best to take the scribblings of people like Ms DiDi with a grain of salt, in same cases, a whole bag of the stuff.
- Beijing Issues New Rules to Limit House PurchaseAs a close follower of events in China, it occurred to Kaixin that these controls on property in China, while laudable in their intent, are perhaps flawed.
Why You Must Shop at Beijing's Silk MarketBeijing's Silk Market has more than 1500 stalls of merchandise from designer clothing to antiques. The Silk Market is a unique shopping experience that goes far beyond its merchandise for sale. Enjoy this visit to Beijing's Silk Market.
How to Be a Pedestrian in Beijing, ChinaThe streets in Beijing, China are not for the timid. You need to learn how to be a pedestrian. I will share with you my methods of navigating the streets of Beijing, China which brought me home safely.- Confucius in Beijing's Tiananmen SquareA statue of Confucius has just been erected in Tiananmen Square opposite the portrait of Mao. Mao tried to erase Confucius from history during the Cultural Revolution. Now Beijing is re-establishing his place in China. Why?
Where to Stay in Beijing. A Review of City Walls Hostel in BeijingWondering where to stay in Beijing? I stayed at the City Walls Hostel in Beijing and I would like to share my honest review and why I recommend it.
Touring the Hutongs in Beijing, ChinaTake a stroll in one of Beijing's ancient Hutongs. Walk among hundreds of years of history and culture. A Hutong is more than a narrow alley with grey buildings lining each side.
Guide to Hotels Near Beijing's Forbidden CityA guide to hotels near the Forbidden City and other nearby attractions in Beijing, including representative examples.
Living in Beijing: Tips on Staying in China's CapitalWhether your stay in Beijing is for business or pleasure, this article will walk you through some very useful information about staying and living in Beijing.
Stranded in BeijingStranded in Beijing I saw how it is going green
Best Budget Hotels in Beijing, China: Cheap Accommodation in High-Quality HotelsBeijing, China is now a top tourist destination with many budget hotels. These are some of the best.
Top Business Hotels in Beijing: Business Travelers Will Love These World-Class AccommodationsWith China's economy booming, business travelers are visiting Beijing and looking for top business hotels. These are three of the best.- Beijing National Stadium: An Architectural OddityInformation about the Beijing National Stadium, located in Beijing, China.
Less Traveled BeijingThere's more to see in Beijing than the usual tour of the Forbidden City and Great Wall.
Enjoying the Scenery in BeijingThis article reviews many of the dazzling attractions in Beijing.- Book Review: The Man from Beijing by Henning MenkelA brief overview of the international bestseller The Man from Beijing
- Highlights of the 2010 Beijing International Automotive ExhibitionEco-friendly vehicles were among the highlights of the Beijing International Automotive Exhibition of 2010, but there was no shortage of ostentation.
2010 Beijing International Automotive Exhibition: Green with EnvyBeijing China delivered another excellent Automotive Exhibition in 2010. The goal of many car makers was to gain a share of the growing automotive market in China.
Fast Cars and Big Stars at the Beijing International Auto Show 2010: The HighlightsThe biggest highlights from the Beijing International Auto Show. See all the new cars and features!- Crowne Plaza Beijing China Hotel ReviewTravel expert Ted Sherman offers his opinion on the Crowne Plaza hotel in Beijing China.
Shanghai or Beijing, Beijing or ShanghaiThis article compares elements of Beijing (China's political and cultural heart) and Shanghai (China's financial center), which are the two most prominent mainland cities foreigners consider when first planning short-term travel to China.
The Trip of a Lifetime: The New Orient Express - London to Beijing in Just Two DaysA new Chinese 'Orient Express' line will link London with Beijing. The express will whizz by Paris, Berlin, Warsaw, through Russia and Mongolia. The 8,150 mile journey will take just 2 days.
Beijing Redwall Hotel: A ReviewAn in-depth review of the Beijing Redwall Hotel in Beijing, China.
Exploring the Four Sections of Beijing, ChinaHistorically, Beijing has been divided into four sections, with the center point being the Forbidden City. Today, this vibrant city is making itself into something new, particularly since the 2008 Olympics.- Italian Opera "Turandot" at Beijing Bird's NestItalian Opera Turandot is on tour in Asia and making the Beijing Bird's Nest their first location to showcase this most well-designed performance.
- Review of Hotel Crowne Plaza, Beijing, ChinaA brief article about the Crowne Plaza in Wangfujing Avenue, Beijing.
Living the Beijing LifeI'm a 25-year-old Australian and I recently gave up the comfortable life in Oz to seeker adventure and a new life in Beijing. This is my story.- Beijing Making Good Use of Olympics 2008 VenuesMany aspects went into making the Beijing 2008 Olympics the most memorable Olympics ever.
The National Grand Theater in BeijingA look at a stunning and innovative modern structure in Beijing.- Nightlife in Beijing, ChinaPlanning on traveling to China? Don't miss Beijing! Here's a guide to help you experience Beijing's nightlife.
