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Beijing is the capital of the People's Republic of China. Its name literally translates as 'northern capital' due to its location on the north China plain and is one of the four Ancient Capitals of the Middle Kingdom. It has been the Chinese capital for most of the previous 500 years with the Forbidden City as the seat of power during the Ming and Qing Dynasties.

You’ll find seven UNESCO World Heritage Sites here, so Beijing is a real historical treasure trove, filled with imperial palaces, religious structures, and political relics.

It is also a city of contrasts, where the medieval hutong lanes nestle under the towering skyscrapers of the modern urban centre; where the bustling, vibrant roads clash with the serene calm of the Houhai Lakes; where the majestic Great Wall sits peacefully amongst lush vegetation to the north of the city.

Beijing has a seasonal climate, giving the city four distinct seasons. Spring and autumn offer the most pleasant weather for sightseeing; with clear, blue skies, cooling breezes and warm temperatures. Winter, though a bit chillier, offers the clearest skies all year round, perfect for any camera enthusiast.

Whenever you visit, Beijing has something for you!

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Things To See In Beijing

No trip to Beijing would be complete without seeing one of the wonders listed below.

  • Great Wall of China

    Great Wall of China

    China's most iconic sight, the Great Wall of China winds its way through the stark landscapes of north China for over 4,000 miles.
  • Forbidden City

    Forbidden City

    The Forbidden City boasts over 180 acres of exquisite and ornate traditional Chinese palatial architecture.
  • Summer Palace

    Summer Palace

    Built in 1750 as a summertime playground for the royal family the Summer Palace is a masterpiece of traditional Chinese landscaping.
  • Lama Temple

    Lama Temple

    The Lama Temple, officially known as the Yonghe Temple, is the most renowned Tibetan Buddhist temple outside of Tibet.
  • Temple of Heaven

    Temple of Heaven

    A complex of magnificent religious buildings set within the 267 hectares of the Temple of Heaven Park.
  • Tiananmen Square

    Tiananmen Square

    The vast expanse of Tiananmen Square covers over 100 acres making it one of the largest public squares in the world.

Beijing at a Glance

We all enjoy a good fact or two - here are a few useful ones about Beijing:

Beijing Climate

Month
Min
Average Temperate(°C)
Max
Monthly Rainfall(mm)
  • Jan
  • -8
    2
    -3
  • 3
  • Feb
  • -6
    5
    0
  • 5
  • Mar
  • 0
    12
    6
  • 8
  • Apr
  • 8
    20
    14
  • 21
  • May
  • 14
    26
    20
  • 34
  • Jun
  • 19
    30
    24
  • 78
  • Jul
  • 22
    31
    26
  • 185
  • Aug
  • 21
    30
    25
  • 160
  • Sep
  • 15
    26
    20
  • 46
  • Oct
  • 8
    19
    14
  • 22
  • Nov
  • 0
    10
    5
  • 7
  • Dec
  • -6
    4
    -1
  • 3

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