Beijing, the capital of the People's Republic of China, is an ancient capital with a history of over 3000 years. Different dynasties have different titles, and its historical, cultural, and natural landscapes are extremely rich. When it comes to Beijing, one can think of the majestic Forbidden City, the towering Great Wall, the bustling alleys of the market, the 798 fragrant grasslands... there are too many history and art collections worth discovering! Recommend these 10 must-see attractions in Beijing to everyone, and there are also route guides at the end of the article! Come on, harvest a Beijing you haven't seen before!
Ranking of Top 10 Tourist Attractions in Beijing
1. The Palace Museum
The Tiananmen Square Palace Museum is one of the must-see tourist attractions for visitors to Beijing for the first time. It is located on the central axis of Beijing's urban area, with the Great Hall of the People and the National Museum on the east and west sides of the square, the Chairman Mao Memorial Hall and Tiananmen Square on the north and south sides. After passing through Tiananmen Square, there is the Meridian Gate, which is the south gate of the Palace Museum, also known as the Forbidden City. It is a world cultural heritage site and a national 5A level scenic spot, and is the largest existing scale in the world, The most fully preserved ancient wooden architecture, the Taihe Hall, is one of the three major temples in China. There are millions of cultural relics in our collection, accounting for one sixth of the total number of cultural relics in China. Without a day and a half, the essence of the Forbidden City may not be complete.
2. Tiananmen Square
A must-have check-in for Beijing tourism - Tiananmen Square to see the national flag raised. Back then, I also got up in the early morning to rush to see the person raising the national flag. This year's National Day 70th anniversary celebration also saw the world-renowned five-star red flag rise here!
3. Badaling Great Wall
The Great Wall, known as one of the seven wonders of the Middle Ages in the world, is a world cultural heritage and a national 5A scenic spot. In Beijing, Mutianyu, Juyongguan, Badaling, is a famous section, especially the Badaling Great Wall, which was the first section of the Ming Great Wall to open to tourists. It is the most essence of the Great Wall, and is known as the grand first.
The monument 'If you don't reach the Great Wall, you're not a hero' was erected on the Badaling Great Wall, so people from all over the world rushed to become heroes again. Although during holidays, only human heads can be seen on the city walls, it still proves the reliability of ancient architecture. The Badaling Great Wall is the best preserved section of the Ming Great Wall, with a rugged terrain and sturdy gates.
4. Nanluogu Lane
One of the oldest neighborhoods in Beijing, it preserves the largest and highest grade traditional Yuan Dynasty hutong residential area in chessboard style. Later, it was developed into a commercial street, and the collision of history and modern culture made it a new landmark of Beijing.
5. Temple of Heaven
The Temple of Heaven, a place where emperors of the Ming and Qing dynasties worshipped the heavens and prayed for abundant grains, is a world cultural heritage site and a national 5A level scenic spot. The Temple of Heaven is a collective name for the two altars of the Round Hill and Praying for Grains, with double walls forming the inner and outer altars. The southern and northern walls are circular, symbolizing the roundness of the sky and the place. The imperial dome is used to worship the deities of the Heavenly Festival on weekdays. Continuing north, it passes through the Praying for Good Harvest Gate, which is the core building of the Temple of Heaven. The Praying for Good Harvest Hall is supported by a three-layer white jade stone fence base, Integrating with heaven and earth, the caisson is even more magnificent and magnificent, and the most impressive ones inside are the red pillars. There is also a unique landscape in the Temple of Heaven, such as the Echo Wall, a circular wall, and a small space that allows sound to be reflected back, which is very worth visiting!
6. The Summer Palace
The Summer Palace is a royal garden built by Emperor Qianlong to pay tribute to the Empress Dowager of Filial Piety. The garden is based on the West Lake and imitates the Jiangnan gardens and scenic spots. For example, Phoenix Pier imitates the Taihu Lake Lake, Jingming Tower imitates Yueyang Tower, Wangchan Pavilion imitates Yellow Crane Tower, Houxi Lake Business Street imitates Suzhou Water Street, and Xisuo Business Street imitates Yangzhou 24th Bridge.
7. Olympic Park
The Olympic Park is the main stadium of the 29th Olympic Games in 2008. It is currently a national 5A level scenic spot, with 10 Olympic competition venues such as the Bird's Nest and the Water Cube. It is a very good attraction and is a free open style. The park can see the external landscape of the venue, with architectural features, a garden dragon shaped water system, a 3D art museum, the Olympic Tower, and can also be climbed to overlook Beijing. The night view is also a major feature, Especially the Bird's Nest in the evening, the Water Cube building is more prominent and the colors are more vivid, which is very worth visiting with your own eyes!
8. Jingshan Park
For the vast majority of tourists, the greatest significance of Jingshan Park is to overlook the Forbidden City. It also has a historical significance. In 1644, Li Zicheng conquered Beijing and Emperor Chongzhen hanged himself, which was in Jingshan.
9. Beihai Park
Beihai Park, together with Zhonghai Nanhai, is known as the Three Seas. Belonging to ancient Chinese royal gardens, this place was originally built as the Li Palace during the Liao, Jin, and Yuan dynasties. It was converted into an imperial palace during the Ming and Qing dynasties. When we talk about Beihai, we hear the beautiful melody of paddling, and with childhood memories and aspirations, we can enjoy the Beihai Park. Here is the famous White Pagoda. Standing on the top of the mountain, you can overlook the entire Beihai, as well as the unique and Suzhou style Jingxin Zhai, As well as the nine dragon walls inlaid with colorful glass, it is worth checking in. If you play slowly, it will indeed take half a day.
10. Shichahai
Shichahai, also known as the "Ten Chahai", is surrounded by ten Buddhist temples, hence its name. There are many royal mansions and hutongs around... all telling the history of old Beijing. The Prince Gong's Mansion of Qing Dynasty corrupt official He Shen is also here.
Recommend four Beijing tourism routes for everyone.
Route 1
D1: Tiananmen Square → Qianmen Street → Forbidden City → Jingshan Park
D2: Temple of Heaven → Yonghe Palace → Confucius Temple and Imperial Academy
D3: Prince Gong's Mansion → Shichahai → Beiluogu Lane → Houhai Bar Street
Route 2
D1: Tiananmen Square → Forbidden City → Jingshan Park → Nanluogu Lane
D2: Peking University → Yuanmingyuan → Summer Palace → Bird's Nest
D3: Badaling Great Wall → Qianmen Dashilan
Route 3
D1: Forbidden City → Jingshan Park → Wudaoying Hutong
D2: Yuanmingyuan → Tsinghua University → Bird's Nest
D3: Mutianyu Great Wall → 798 Art District
Route 4
D1: Temple of Earth → Yonghe Palace → Confucius and Guozijian Museum → Wudaoying Hutong
D2: Forbidden City → Jingshan Park → Beihai Park → Shichahai
D3: Liulichang Ancient Culture Street → Bada Hutong → Temple of Heaven Park
D4: Summer Palace → Summer Palace → Peking University → Tsinghua University
D5: Mutianyu Great Wall → 798 Art District