Beijing, the capital city of China, boasts several places of tourist attractions that attract tourists from all over the world. The city is dotted with thousands of tourist sites in Beijing, some of which are far away from the city center. The 5 major tourist sites in Beijing that are famous throughout the world include: the Great Wall of China, Forbidden City, Ming Tomb, Summer Palace, and Temple of Heaven. It takes two days for a person to complete visiting these 5 attraction sites in Beijing. For leisure travelers, they can spend even a week in witnessing the beauty and significance of these five and other significant attraction sites in Beijing. Stated below are some of the Beijing tourist sites:
The Great Wall: This is one of the greatest wonders of the world, enlisted in the World Heritage Sites by UNESCO in the year 1987. The Great Wall of China is a symbol of the Chinese civilization that was created by the Chinese people. In July 7, 2007, this wonder witnessed worldwide reputation as it got enlisted amongst the New Seven Wonders of the World.
The Forbidden City: Located at the heart of Beijing, this is one of the popular tourist sites in Beijing, which is called as Gu Gong in Chinese. This was the royal palace at the time of the Ming and Qing dynasties. Now this is known as the Palace Museum.
Temple of Heaven: This is one of the worthwhile tourist sites in Beijing, which is much bigger in area than the Forbidden City and is comparatively smaller than the Summer Palace. This temple was constructed during the Ming Dynasty in 1420 AD as a sacrifice to Heaven.
Lama Temple: This temple is also known as Palace of Peace and Harmony Lama Temple. This is a famous lama temple belonging to the Yellow Hat Sect of Lamaism. There are five large halls and five courtyards that have exquisitely designed archways, carved detailing and upturned eaves.
Tiananmen Gate: This gate is also called as Gate of Heavenly Peace, was constructed in 1417, and was used by people of the Ming and Qing dynasties for celebrating grand ceremonies.
Tiananmen Square: Situated at the core of the Beijing city, the Tiananmen Square enchant tourists with its Great Hall of the People, Tiananmen Tower, Mao Zedong Memorial Hall, Monument to the People’ Heroes.
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Bei Hai Park: This Chinese Park is one of the largest, oldest and best-preserved ancient royal gardens, considered to be built according to a traditional legend in China.
Beijing Amusement Park: This Park boasts 106 of the most famous attraction sites from 14 countries and regions all over the world.
Summer Palace: This palace features the largest and well-preserved royal park in the country.
Ming Tombs: This is a general name given to sepulchers of 13 Ming Dynasty emperors.
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