Despite the multiple assurances of my students that it’s okay not to see Beijing while I’m in China – their logic being, they’ve lived in China for 14-16 years and they’ve not been – I know I have to go. Living in China for a year and not conquering the Great Wall or standing below that iconic portrait of Mao would make me feel like a sham. Even if Beijing is a two day train ride – over half a country! – away from where I live.
Mostly, I couldn’t face the shame of having to say, er, no I never went when people ask: So what’s Beijing like?
One of the teachers at R9’s high school takes a group of students, parents, and whomever on various trips around the world. This summer the trip is to China. We’re going to go to Beijing, Xian, Shanghai, and Hong Kong.
I’ll be going with R9 and one of my daughters. It will be about 10 days in June.
i havent seen that rude people before. the people dont know how to smile a little bit, and if you have rounded eyes (not an asian) they stare at you even they see so many tourist there. you feel like an alien . the people always thinking about money, the money that the tourist have. you need to know bargaining. hotels are very nice but not the people! Also the city is extremely dirty and dusty. i dont like there but you have to see the great wall!!
“I'm going to China, Beijing this winter (in February) to visit my sister and I was just wandering if some of you could give me some tips of things to do there! :D”
about 1 year ago
“I'm moving to Beijing in 2008 to teach english! Has anyone done this or doing it or will be there next year? I'm going with boyfriend but basically we knw nothing, just taking a punt on this move!”
over 4 years ago
“I'm going to Beijing next week! Does anyone know any cheap hotels or hostels that I can stay at until I find an apartment? Thank you!!”
over 4 years ago
“How can I find a Hutong?I went to Qianmen some days ago because I heard Hutong is there,but I found nothing.Everything I saw is a mordern city,I am disappointed.Please help me,how can I find a Hutong?Ang how can I get there?”
over 4 years ago
Store Review: The Shop in BeijingMarch 15, 2009Not quite a store, not quite a gallery, this concept-heavy outlet is for those whose predilection for experimental Chinese art has always exceeded the depths of their pocketbooks.(read article)
Store Review: The Shop in BeijingMarch 15, 2009Not quite a store, not quite a gallery, this concept-heavy outlet is for those whose predilection for experimental Chinese art has always exceeded the depths of their pocketbooks.(read article)
Armchair Traveler: The Last Days of Old Beijingby RICHARD B. WOODWARDAugust 10, 2008Michael Meyer's book paints an unsentimental picture of the urban poor, whose homes and way of life are being eradicated to make room for malls and high-rises.(read article)
Armchair Traveler: The Last Days of Old Beijingby RICHARD B. WOODWARDAugust 10, 2008Michael Meyer's book paints an unsentimental picture of the urban poor, whose homes and way of life are being eradicated to make room for malls and high-rises.(read article)
36 Hours in Beijingby JAKE HOOKERDecember 09, 2007Beijing can feel chaotic and sprawling, especially as it races to finish Olympic construction before the Games begin. But there’s an ancient order to the place, a cosmology, and you can follow it.(read article)
36 Hours in Beijingby JAKE HOOKERDecember 09, 2007Beijing can feel chaotic and sprawling, especially as it races to finish Olympic construction before the Games begin. But there’s an ancient order to the place, a cosmology, and you can follow it.(read article)
If your time in Beijing is short, take this full-day tour to see all the essential sights: Tiananmen Square, the Forbidden City and the Badaling section of the Great Wall of China. You'll see why the capital of the People's Republic of China continues ...
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A privately guided tour, customized to your needs for a full day touring in Beijing. Some highlights include the Forbidden City, the Great Wall, visiting the Hutongs by pedicab, seeing the exquisite Lama Temple. But there's more, shopping in Beijing wi...
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Explore Beijing's amazing history and culture on this seven-hour tour to the Lama Temple, the zoo to see China's famous pandas and the historic Summer Palace. This seven-hour tour provides a comprehensive, unhurried introduction to all there is to see ...
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Booked your flights and wondering how to get to and from your hotel in Beijing? Look no further. Roundtrip transfers are available to be booked online before you go. Be met by English speaking guides on your arrival and departure transfers, it's that e...
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See two of China's most popular destinations, the Great Wall of China and the Ming Tombs on one unforgettable guided day trip from Beijing. You'll visit the Badaling section of the Great Wall, one of the best preserved sections of this colossal structu...
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