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Beijing
Beijing (formerly known in English as "Peking") is the capital of
China. As of
2004, the city
had an estimated population of 14,930,000.
Beijing was the host city for the 2008 Summer Olympics.
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Laughing Buddha, Tanzhe Temple, Beijing, China, Asia
24" X 18"
Photographic Print
Artist: Jochen Schlenker.
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The Great Wall, Near Jing Hang Ling, Unesco World Heritage Site, Beijing, China
24" X 18"
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Artist: Adam Tall.
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Forbidden City, Beijing, China
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Artist: James Montgomery.
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The Great Wall, Beijing, China
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Artist: Hal Gage.
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Covered Walkway at Summer Palace in Beijing, China
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Artist: Dmitri Kessel.
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Mei Mei, Saltimbanque a Beijing I
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Artist: Titouan Lamazou.
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By DK Publishing
DK Travel
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These two fascinating cities reflect different aspects of China - Beijing is the traditional capital, the seat of political power and home to the ancient monuments of Imperial China; Shanghai is both a financial powerhouse and a city at the cutting edge of fashion with an interesting modern history. This DK Eyewitness Travel Guide provides in-depth coverage of these cities, including Beijing's Great Wall and Forbidden City, Shanghai's Bund and the French Concession, as well as the water towns of Suzhou and Hangzhou, graced with serene and timeless gardens and lakes. Explore China's cultural heritage through richly illustrated features - on everything from Beijing Opera to Confucianism, Chinese Gardens and the Cultural Revolution. Illustrated food features highlight the differing regional cuisines, and resident China experts have provided detailed listings of the best places to stay and eat. Specially devised walking tours take you easily to the heart of these bustling, enigmatic and ultimately bewitching cities. |
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By Andrew Humphreys
DK Travel
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Packed with the same reliable information and breathtaking color photography as our DK Eyewitness Travel Guides, DK Eyewitness Travel Top 10 Guides are fully illustrated, pocket-sized travel guides, with handy pull-out maps marking all the major sights. |
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By MobileReference
MobileReference
Released: 2008-03-14
Kindle Edition (240 pages)
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This illustrated Travel Guide is designed for optimal navigation on Kindle and other electronic devices. It is indexed alphabetically and by category, making it easier to access individual articles. Articles feature information about attractions, landmarks, districts, transportation, cultural venues, dining, history and much more. Addresses, telephones, hours of operation and admissions information are included. The guide is complimented by clearly marked maps that are linked to city attractions. An interlinked phrasebook and a pronunciation guide are also included.
Table of Contents: Essentials: A-Z INDEX | Mandarin Phrasebook | Cantonese Phrasebook | Eat | Drink | Sleep | Stay Safe | Cope | Units Conversion 1. General: Name | History | Politics | Economy | Demographics | Climate 2. Maps: China | Central Beijing | Districts | Forbidden City | Subway | Olympic Venues | Fortifications | Great Wall 3. Transport: Get in | Get around | Roads | Railway | Air | Subway 4. By Area: Geography | Districts | Streets & Squares | Get out 5. Attractions: Top 10 | Itinerary | Do | Buy | Markets | Amusement parks | Aquarium | Zoo 6. Culture: Architecture | Music Venues | Peking Man | Lao Zihao | Education | 2008 Summer Olympics 7. Landmarks: Museums | Buildings & Structures | Parks & Gardens | Forbidden City | Great Wall of China 8. China: Get in | Get around | Do & See | Eat & Drink | Buy | Talk | Respect | Stay healthy | Contact Read & Play: BOOK: The Art of War by Sun Tzu | GAME: Sudoku |
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By Simon Lewis
Rough Guides
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This guide to Beijing brings the city’s highlights to life from the latest hip nightspots and fashionable eateries to the ancient splendours of the Forbidden City. Easier to use and more to the point than its main rivals, there are accounts of all the city''s attractions and reliable, practical information on how to get around, where to stay and where to find the best restaurants and bars. The guide also includes detailed accounts of excursions outside the city to historic towns and hikes along the Great Wall. Each district is covered by a thoroughly researched and fully indexed map |
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Dorling Kindersley Publishers Ltd
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"DK Eyewitness Beijing & Shanghai" travel guide will lead you straight to the best attractions these two fascinating cites have to offer. Packed with photographs, illustrations and maps of Beijing and Shanghai, the guide includes in-depth coverage of Beijing and Shanghai's best attractions including Beijing's Great Wall and Forbidden City, Shanghai's Bund and the French Concession, and also the water towns of Suzhou and Hangzhou. Explore China's cultural heritage through richly illustrated features on everything from Beijing Opera to Confucianism, Chinese Gardens and the Cultural Revolution. Illustrated food features highlight the differing regional cuisines, and detailed listings of the best hotels in Beijing and Shanghai and restaurants in Beijing and Shanghai have been provided by resident China experts. The guide features 3D aerial views of the most interesting districts in Beijing and Shanghai and specially devised walking tours take you easily to the heart of these bustling, enigmatic and ultimately bewitching cities. Don't miss a thing on your holiday with the "DK Eyewitness Guide to Beijing & Shanghai". |
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By Jen Lin-Liu
Frommers
Paperback (264 pages)
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- Frommer's Beijing features gorgeous color photos of the sights and experiences that await you, plus invaluable Chinese translations for every hotel, restaurant, attraction, and shopping listing.
- All maps in Frommer's Beijing include Chinese translations, to make navigating the city easier.
- Our authors, longtime residents of Beijing, take you to the major highlights, from the Forbidden City to the Summer Palace, and show you to the city's hidden gems only the locals know about.
- Each hotel and restaurant is given a candid review from a local's perspective, so you can plan your budget and choose with confidence.
- You'll also get up-to-the-minute coverage of shopping and nightlife; detailed walking tours; and side trips to the Great Wall.
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By Paul Mooney
National Geographic
Released: 2008-04-15
Paperback (272 pages)
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National Geographic Traveler: Beijing presents a comprehensive portrait of the city, including the dramatic changes it is undergoing for the Olympics. Detailed maps as well as specifics about the new transportation system help visitors navigate this intriguing capital city, plus interesting excursions beyond. The guide features cut-away illustrations of renowned structures plus descriptions of such well-known sites as Tiananmen Square, the Forbidden City, and the Summer Palace. The guide explores lesser known sites as well, including the Muslim Quarter, Baoguo Temple, Military Museum, Fragrant Hills Park, and the Great Wall—including a trek from Lotus Mountain to Huanghua Cheng. |
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By Dolphin Books
Dolphin Books
Kindle Edition
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This ebook is a handy and usable travel guide to Beijing. It was adapted for the Kindle from wikitravel.org*, which was named by Time magazine as one of the 50 best websites of 2008. This ebook has been prepared by Dolphin books specifically for the Amazon Kindle, and includes careful formatting and a hyperlinked table of contents. In length, this ebook is roughly equivalent to 90 printed pages.
This ebook contains no advertising. Dolphin books is not paid to endorse any products or services.
Among other things, this guide provides:
information about travelling to from and within Beijing, by plane, train, taxi, bus, bicycle, foot, boat, and car.
useful telephone numbers
lists of events, landmarks, museums, and things to do
information on shopping, dining, drinking, and hotels
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By Anny Cheng
Zhao Cards
Ring-bound (99 pages)
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Package includes 99 travel cards plus a comprehensive map. No more bulky guidebooks -- Zhao's detachable, pocket-sized cards are packed with all the information you need to explore Beijing. Let Zhao Cards do the talking for you -- Useful expressions and vital vocabulary in Chinese characters help lift the language barrier. Experience the city like a local -- Get the low-down from those in the know: Local experts share their favorite spots so that you can experience the Chinese capital like they do. Wonder at the imposing Forbidden City. Climb the Great Wall. Prowl the Dashanzi art scene. Haggle with vendors at bustling Panjiayuan market. Savor crispy Peking duck. Beijing has it all! |
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By Thammy Evans
Bradt Travel Guides
Paperback (296 pages)
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This is the first guide for travelers completely dedicated to exploring the greatest landmark in the world, going beyond the popular tourist hotspots. Each chapter covers an individual province, incorporating the history, stories, and legends related to the wall in that area. There is also coverage of main cities which act as a base for those exploring the wall. A range of cultural information, including Chinese food, customs, history, politics, and economy, provides the essential background to gain insight into the Chinese way of life.
Features include:
>Planning a trip, with full details of red tape and relevant organizations to contact
>Route maps of each section of the wall
>Accommodations on route: hotels, guesthouses, monasteries, tea houses, or camping
>Sections on local interest, spanning flora and fauna to Chinese culture
>Beijing and other must-see sites near the wall
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