Welcome to Beijing China

Beijing
Capital of the People’s Republic of China, Beijing is under the direct administration of the Central Government and is the center of politics, culture, and international exchange. It is also one of the nation’s largest centres for industry, finance and tradeFamous for its long history and splendid culture, the city is undergoing big changes in the drive for modernisation. In 1986, some of the city’s most scenic destinations were chosen as the Sixteen Sights of Beijing, and include Tiananmen Square, the Forbidden City, the Great Wall at Badaling and Mutianyu, Beihai Park, the Summer Palace, Temple of Heaven, Fragrant Hill, Shidu Scenic Spot, Relics of Primitive at Zhoukoudian, Longqing Gorge, Big Bell Temple, White Dragon Pond, Ming Tombs, Lugou Bridge and the Grand View Garden.Although traffic can be dense at times, navigating through the city is easy, whether by bus, taxi or metro. Outside rush hour, metered taxis are good value although it is advisable to have your destination written down in Mandarin to avoid confusion.Beijing's winters are cold and dry with occasional snow and average temperatures reach well below zero in January, when the city is at its most picturesque. Temperatures peak in July and the summers are hot and sunny with plenty of rain. Autumn is probably the most pleasant season to visit the city.