Beijing

Amazingly rich history and one of the world's largest cities.

Beijing is an assault on the senses. The city is one of the most populated on the planet, and the crush of humanity is felt at every turn.

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Ancient temples and palaces sit alongside towering skyscrapers, and the juxtaposition creates a city that is constantly in flux. The air is thick with pollution, and the noise levels are high, but all of this only adds to Beijing’s chaotic charm. The city is home to some of the most iconic tourist attractions in the world, such as the Forbidden City and the Great Wall, and is also a shopper’s paradise, with markets and malls galore. With a little bit of effort, Beijing can be an incredibly rewarding destination.

Average temperatures during the day in Beijing.

September

26°

Oct

19°

Nov

10°

Dec

3°

Jan

2°

Feb

4°

Mar

11°

Apr

20°

May

26°

Jun

30°

Jul

31°

Aug

29°

Average temperatures during the day in Beijing.

What to do in Beijing

The 30 best food cities in the world

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One of the most influential cuisines

Chinese cuisine has evolved over many centuries to become one of the most famous and influential cuisines in the world. It is known for its use of a wide range of ingredients and cooking methods, and its emphasis on freshness and balance. Dishes vary greatly in flavor, texture, and presentation, and can range from light and healthy stir-fries to rich and flavorful braised dishes. Beijing is the place to try them all.

What to eat in Beijing

Try dishes such as Peking duck, Beijing BBQ, and some of the best dumplings in the world. And save some space for some of the city’s famous snacks, such as jianbing, a savory crepe, youtiao, fried dough sticks, and lamb kebabs. Street food is incredibly popular in Beijing, with vendors selling everything from dumplings to barbecue skewers. Make sure to try some of the local favorites, such as guotie, potstickers, and jiaozi dumplings.

Bucket list-worthy places in China

Article from July 2023 with 9 places

Beijing, the capital city of China, is steeped in history and culture. A visit to the iconic Great Wall of China is a must. Walk along its ancient stones and marvel at the incredible engineering feat. For a taste of traditional Chinese architecture, head to the Forbidden City, a grand palace complex once home to emperors. Don't forget to try Peking Duck, a mouthwatering dish that originated in Beijing.

What people say about Beijing

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Giannos Georgiou

I traveled to Beijing in my 20s and it was an incredible experience. We walked on the Great Wall and saw some of the most beautiful scenery. The culture seems so rich, we ate high quality and taste food everywhere and explored the vast areas of modern architecture that were there. I think this is a trip in which I feel I've enjoyed the culture of China which was completely different from mine. Prices there were incredibly low compared to my country and the community in general seemed a little bit busy because they where moving in a "hurry" way! Either way it's a place where I would suggest everyone to visit at least once!

- G.Georgiou

Anders

I knew nothing about Beijing when coming here to visit a friend. I was instantly surprised by how developed the city was with tall skyscrapers and massive modern buildings all over the place.

I explored the city on foot and by taxi. It was a bit hard to figure out how to get around in a convenient way as the taxi drivers don't speak English and don't seem to find the way so well.

Thanks to my friend, I managed to eat the best duck I have ever had in my life, Beijing duck in Beijing. We also had fantastic food from the other regions of China such as the spicy cuisine from Sichuan province.

On my own, I visited the Forbidden City, Tiananmen Square, and the Great Wall just outside the city. Of these, the Great Wall was my favorite, it was really cool to get up on the wall and walk on it for a while. It made me want to visit it in other places that are less busy than right outside Beijing.

The best thing for me was probably a visit to one of the parks where locals of all ages hung out. Couples got some quality time together, old people did slow-moving exercises (tai chi?), and younger people played a wide range of games. It was a joy to just sit there are take it all in.

The worst things about Beijing are definitely the traffic and the awful pollution that fills the city like a fog that doesn't seem to go away. Also, people are not overly friendly. But I still recommend a visit as it is a special place.