Hutongs in Beijing are those courtyards for residence of local Beijing people, which becomes a hot tourist attraction for tourists travelling to Beijing
The National Aquatics Centre, also known as 'The Water Cube', is one of the most dramatic and exciting venues to host sporting events for the Beijing Olympics in 2008.
Yonghe Palace is a temple and monastery of Tibetan Buddhism located in the northeastern part of Beijing. The building and the artworks of the temple combine Han Chinese and Tibetan styles.
Great Wall at Gubeikou section is first built during Northern Qi Dynasty & rebuilt in early Ming Dynasty (1368-1644). Now it’s a good place for hiking
Simatai section of the Great Wall is more attractive than the other two sections Badaling and Mutianyu for adventurers because of the well-preserved original appearance.
Shichahai is a scenic area with 3 lakes: Qianhai, Houhai & Xihai as well as some places of historic interests & old Beijing style residences, courtyard, etc