Tian’anmen Square+Forbidden City+Roast Duck+Temple of Heaven+Silk Museum

Tiananmen Square (Tiananmen Guangchang) - In the morning, a professional tour guide will take you to visit Tian’anmen Square, one of the largest squares in the world, located in the heart of Beijing. Tian’anmen Square is 880 meters long from north to south and 500 meters wide from east to west. It covers an area of 440,000 square meters and can accommodate 1 million people for a grand gathering. You will pass by Arrow Tower, Zhengyang Gate, Mausoleum of Mao Zedong, National Museum, Great Hall of the People, National Flag, Monument to the People’s Heroes, and Tiananmen Tower. Tian’anmen Square records the indomitable revolutionary spirit and fearless heroic spirit of the Chinese people. The May 4th Movement, the 12th Movement, and the May 20th Movement all left a strong mark on the modern revolutionary history of China. At the same time, it is also the site of numerous major political and historical events, and a historical witness to China’s decline and rise.

Forbidden City-The Palace Museum - After entering the Tian’anmen Tower, you will soon come to the Forbidden City. The Forbidden City in Beijing is one of the largest and best-preserved ancient wooden structures in the world. It was listed as a World Cultural Heritage site in 1987. It used to be the imperial palace of the Ming and Qing dynasties, where twenty-four emperors lived. The 1911 Revolution overthrew the Qing Dynasty and established the Republic of China. In 1925, the Forbidden City was turned into the Palace Museum and opened to visitors. Built in 1420, the Palace Museum has a history of more than 600 years, witnessing the rise and fall of the Ming and Qing Dynasties, as well as the Republic of China.

QuanJuDe ZhanLanGuan - Roast duck is a famous specialty of Beijing with a world reputation. It was developed by the Han people in the Ming Dynasty and served as court food at that time. The material used is the high-quality meat duck, Beijing duck, fruit wood charcoal roast, rosy color, and fat meat that is not greasy. Known as the “world’s delicious” and famous at home and abroad.

Temple of Heaven - The Temple of Heaven is now called the Temple of Heaven Park. Located in the southeast of Beijing, it is the largest extant ancient sacrificial building complex in China and a treasure among many sacrificial buildings in China. The Temple of Heaven integrates ancient Chinese philosophy, history, mathematics, mechanics, aesthetics, and ecology. It has high historical value, scientific value, unique artistic value, and profound cultural connotation. The Temple of Heaven is not only a pearl in Chinese ancient architecture but also a treasure in the history of world architecture. It was originally a place for the emperors of the Ming and Qing dynasties to offer sacrifices to the heavenly God. It was built in the 18th year of Yongle of the Ming Dynasty (1420). After continuous reconstruction and expansion, it was finally built in the Qianlong years of the Qing Dynasty. The Temple of Heaven covers an area of 2.73 million square meters. It was opened as a park in 1918.

Beijing Dong Wu Silk Museum - Visit the silk factory to understand the silk-making process. Silk is a specialty of China. The working people of ancient China invented and mass-produced silk products, which opened the first large-scale trade exchange between the East and the West in the history of the world, known as the Silk Road. From the Western Han Dynasty, Chinese silk was shipped abroad in large quantities and became a world-famous product. At that time, the main road from China to the West was called the “Silk Road” by Europeans, and China was also called the “Silk State”.

Summer Palace + Zoo + Lama Temple + Acrobatics Show

Summer Palace (Yiheyuan) - The Summer Palace, formerly known as the Garden of Clear Ripples, is located in the western suburbs of Beijing, 15 kilometers away from the city. It covers an area of about 290 hectares and is adjacent to the Old Summer Palace. It is a large landscape garden built on the base of Kunming Lake and Longevity Hill, modeled on Hangzhou West Lake and drawing on the design techniques of gardens in the South of the Yangtze River. It is also the most completely preserved royal palace and garden, known as the “Museum of Royal Gardens” and a national key tourist attraction. In 1750, Emperor Qianlong spent 4.48 million taels of silver to build the Garden of Clear Ripples in order to honor his mother. In the 10th year of Xianfeng (1860), the Garden of Clear Ripples was burned down by British and French allied forces. In 1888, it was rebuilt and renamed the Summer Palace as a summer playground. In 1900, the Summer Palace was destroyed by the “Eight-Power Allied Forces” and its treasures were looted.

Lama Temple (Yonghegong) - The Lama Temple, located in the east of Beixinqiao North Street, Dongcheng District, Beijing, is known as the Museum of Tibetan Buddhism. It is the largest and best-preserved Buddhist temple of Lamaism in Beijing. It is one of the key cultural relic protection units in China. As a place for religious activities and a famous tourist attraction in Beijing, Lama Temple has received heads of state and celebrities from more than 170 countries and regions in the world since it was officially opened to the public, receiving nearly two million visitors from home and abroad every year.

Dongtu Theater - Chinese acrobatic art has a long and rich history. It is a precious and excellent cultural heritage of the Chinese nation. Chinese acrobats have won many awards in international competitions, and China has become recognized as the “No.1 acrobatic country”.

Guanmingge Tea House - After sightseeing, you will stop at a tea house to taste tea and understand tea culture. China is the home of tea, as evidenced by the large wild tea trees found in many parts of China both ancient and modern. China is the first and largest country where wild tea trees are found. Chinese tea is a great contribution to the health of people on earth. The ancestor of Chinese tea is Shennong, who is also the ancestor of world tea. Chinese tea spreads all over the world, enhancing health, happiness, and physical and mental harmony, adding infinite charm to the health concept and Zen tea culture.

Changling + Mutianyu Great Wall + Olympic Venues

Ming Tombs (Ming Shishan Ling) - Changling Tomb is the royal tomb with the largest building scale, the earliest construction time, and the best-preserved ground buildings among the Ming Tombs. It is the tomb of Empress Xu and Zhu Di of the Ming Dynasty. The oldest Nanmu hall was never destroyed. The hall was not built with nails. The unique technique shows the wisdom and wisdom of the ancient people. According to ancient royal rules, when the emperor dies, the concubine needs to be buried with them. After visiting, you will know more about the history of Changling.

Beijing Dragon Land Superior Jade Gallery - China is the first and most extensive country in the world to mine and use jade. Jade is an important part of Chinese traditional culture. The jade culture, with jade as the central carrier, not only deeply influenced the ancient Chinese people’s ideas but also became an indispensable part of Chinese culture. Jade embellishment can eliminate the impetuous heart, jade color can please the heart of boredom, and pure jade can purify the dirty heart. Therefore, the gentleman loves jade and hopes to find the natural aura in jade. Jade is the beauty of stone, and color-positive embellishment pure quality is top quality.

Mutianyu Great Wall - The scenery of the Mutianyu Great Wall in all four seasons is extremely beautiful and the vegetation is abundant. It is not crowded and suitable for all ages. You can see the ruins of the Great Wall and the magnificence of its restoration. You can also experience the slide way down the mountain, which is fun and exciting, unlike any other Great Wall section. If you want to have a wonderful trip to the Great Wall and take beautiful photos, Mutianyu Great Wall is your best choice.

• Hotel pick-up and drop-off
• Air-conditioned vehicle
• Cable way up and Toboggan Down
• Professional English explanation
• Lunch
• Bottled water

• Gratuitles

Join our group for a seamless trip! Not only will you gain a deep understanding of Beijing’s history, but you’ll also experience reduced waiting times at popular attractions. Our team is dedicated to using their expertise and providing warm service to make your experience memorable. We look forward to welcoming you as a member!

The 3-day boutique tour offers a comfortable pace, allowing you to explore Beijing’s most renowned landmarks without feeling rushed. Enjoy the city’s famous roast duck and a captivating kung fu performance to alleviate travel fatigue, relax your mind, and balance leisure with exploration.

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