| Beijing is vibrant with amazing attractions, Forbidden City, the most magnificent palace in China Ming Tombs, an imperial tomb cluster for thirteen emperors of the Ming Dynasty (1368-1644) Great Wall, one of the seven wonders of the world Temple of Heaven, the worshipping site for the emperors Summer Palace, the grandest imperial garden in China Sacred Way, a divine road reflecting the pomp and dignity of emperors Tiananmen Square, The largest square in the world Lama Temple, a noted temple dedicated to Tibetan Buddhism Beihai Park, a centuries-old park with marvelous scenery Hutong, a carrier and mirror of Beijing folk culture. Since Beijing was the capital for four dynasties Jin (1115-1234), Yuan (127-1368), Ming (1368 -1644) and Qing (1644-1911), it has a wealth of historical sites ranging from royal sumptuous private mansions and gardens to simple villages. Also it is stippled with pagodas and religious temples. Museums in Beijing are places to get a glimpse of the origin of the Chinese people, the history of China and Chinese culture, including architecture, printing, painting and other aspects. |
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Beijing (L/D) Arrive in Beijing in the morning. Visit the Summer Palace in the morning. Being the largest imperial garden in China, the Summer Palace was first built in the Qing emperor Qianlong’s time in 1751 and burned down in1860 by the French and British army and restored by the Dowager empress Cixi for her own enjoyment. It became a favorite haunt of Cixi, who preferred it to the Forbidden City, and named it Yihe Yuan meaning the garden of health and harmony. Shopping at the Fresh Water Pearl Center. Lunch. After lunch we will visit one of the most famous mosques in this city, the Ming dynasty-built Nan Dou Ya Mosque that has a unique Chinese style with hundreds years of history. Check into hotel. Dinner. Acrobatic Show at night. |
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Beijing (B/L/D) Today is the highlight of our China tour, the climbing of the Great Wall of China, which was first built in the Warring States period (475-221BC) as a series of earthworks erected by individual kingdoms as a defense against each other as well as from invasions from the north. The present day wall was left from the Ming dynasty. Lunch at a local Muslim restaurant near the Great Wall. Shopping at the Jade and Crystal Shop. Visit to Burning Cream Centre. After dinner, shopping at the Wang Fu Jing Shopping Street and visit to the Night Food Market which has many halal snacks. Shopping at Hard Rock Cafe Souvenir Shop at night. |
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Beijing (B/L/D) Shopping at the most famous Silk Store, which has many kinds of silk materials with the best quality. Morning visit to the Tian An Men Square which is the largest city square in the world, bordered by the Great Hall of the People and Chairman Mao’s Mausoleum, then tour the Forbidden City, the complex of imperial palace, which was home to the Emperors for over 500 years. Grand halls and courts gradually give way to more intimate domestic quarters, giving an insight into the pampered isolation of the emperors. Foot Massage at the Chinese traditional medicine center. Lunch. Enjoy the tea ceremony at the Tea House. Visit to Niujie Mosque which is the oldest Mosque with over one thousand year’s history. Dzohor and Asar prayers here. Shopping at Muslim Super Market which is the only one in Beijing. Shopping at the famous local Bazaars – Hong Qiao Tian Ya Market and Yashow Market. Dinner at the most famous Xin Jiang Muslim Restaurant |
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Beijing - Home (B/L) Photo stop at Olympic Stadiums – Bird Nest and Water Cube in the morning. Shopping at Olympic Sponsor Jewelry City. Last chance shopping in the local market – Sunny Gold Street. Lunch. Transfer to Airport. Flight back home in the afternoon.
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