China is a popular destination for enjoying an ideal vacation and visiting Great Wall of China is a must. Indeed, stay at a hotel of your choice in Beijing for 5 days and do explore historical as well as natural extravaganza spread in the city. In fact, Beijing is known as one of the most sought after destinations indulge in knowing Chinese culture in its original and preserved form. Undoubtedly, Great Wall of China is the symbol of pride for the country and was built to protect northern frontiers from the constant attacks by Mongolians. Apart from this, the country houses some of the most spectacularly looking buildings that can attract anyone in this world.
1. Great Wall of China:
Being the largest man-made structure in the world and ex-participant of Seven Wonders, the Badaling and Mutianyu sections are closest to Beijing with a 70-80 km distance. This makes it possible for the tourists to enjoy one of the most beautifully preserved sections of Great Wall. With restaurants available round the corner, tasting authentic Chinese delicacies is a must. The taste is so good and inviting that no one can resist it. Here, the tourists will experience the majesticity that prevails in the sprawling nature. Indeed, some tourists may enjoy Great wall hiking tours also for experiencing the unity with nature.
2. Forbidden City:
Along with Great wall hiking tours, people should visit Forbidden City too. Well known globally as the world’s largest palace complex exceptionally maintained, Forbidden City has been the home of 24 emperors from Ming as well as Qing Dynasties and their families. As per a legendary belief, a purple polestar was in center and this gave the name Purple Palace to it. Considered as the palace of emperor on earth, everyone was forbidden to enter the place without emperor’s permission. This changed the name to Purple Forbidden City. Now, it is open to the general public as Palace Museum housing rare collection of artifacts.
3. Temple of Heaven:
As the most sacred place in Beijing, it has a larger area than Forbidden City. In ancient China, it was the main place for Ming and Qing Dynasty rulers to exercise their prayers for Heaven. Being the masterpiece of Chinese sacrificial building, it was opened to general public in 1988 for allowing them to explore ancient history, philosophy and architecture of China.
4. Summer Palace:
Located in the Haidan city of Northwest Beijing, it is expanded in a huge area of more than 700 acres of land. Appreciated for the Chinese Horticulture and the Royal essence of decoration, Summer Palace was reconstructed by Empress Cixi for her residence; after a strong hit by Anglo-French army. It was opened to public in 1924 to experience the majestic architecture and royal attitude sprinkled in every corner of the design.
Beijing is one place in China that happens to exhibit nature’s brilliance, architectural marvel and a historic magnificence. The tourists planning to visit their beautiful city should check out the numerous sightseeing options made available to them. In this regard, taking assistance of a travel agency for proper information on all the respective sites is a must.
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