The Forbidden City
Lying at the center of Beijing, the Forbidden City was the imperial palace for 24 emperors during the Ming and Qing dynasties. It was first built throughout 14 years during the reign of Emperor Chengzu in the Ming Dynasty.[Details]
Hours and Fees:
Nov.1 - Mar.31: 8:30 - 16:30 40CNY
Apr.1 - Oct.31: 8:30 - 17:00 60CNY
The Lama Temple
At the northeast corner of Beijing, there is an elegant and ancient temple known as the Yonghe Lamasery. It is the largest and most perfectly preserved lamasery in China. Built in 1694 during the Qing Dynasty, it was the residence of Emperor Yongzheng when he was just a prince. [Details]
Admission Fee: CNY 25
Opening Hours:
9:00 to 17:00
The Tiananmen Square
Located at the center of Beijing City is the Tiananmen Square, where thousands of people come to every day. It is the must place to visit in Beijing City.[Details]
Admission Fee:
Free for visiting the square;
CNY 15 for ascending the Tiananmen Tower
Opening Hours:
Flag-Raising Time - Flag-Lowering Time
The Temple of Heaven
It was built in 1420 during the Ming Dynasty to offer sacrifice to Heaven. It is enclosed with a long wall. The northern part is semicircular symbolizing the heavens and the southern part is square symbolizing the earth. [Details]
Entrance Fee:
Nov.1-Mar.31: CNY 10
Apr.1-Oct.31: CNY 15
The Summer Palace
Situated in the northwest of Beijing, the Summer Palace is 15 kilometers from the central. It is the largest and most well-preserved royal park in China, and has long been recognized as 'The Museum of Royal Gardens'.[Details]
Hours and Fees:
Nov.1 - Mar.31: 7:00 - 17:00 20CNY
Apr.1 - Oct.31: 6:30 - 18:00 30CNY
Tombs of the Ming Dynasty
50 kilometers northwest from Beijing lies the Ming Tombs. It is the general name given to the mausoleums of 13 emperors of the Ming Dynasty (1368 - 1644) and has been perfectly preserved. [Details]
Hours and Fees:
Generally from 8:30 to 17:30
Price range from 30 CNY to 60 CNY
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