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Beijing, China

The ancient heart of the People's Republic of China, Beijing literally means the northern capital. All aspects of Chinese life from commerce to culture to of course politics at some time or another must cross this rapidly modernizing city.
 

Beijing has a long and tumultuous past. Archaeological evidence unearthed at nearby Zhoukoudian introduced the world to Peking Man, a hominid who inhabited the area half a million years ago. More recently, the city has seen imperial dynasties come... [ more ]

For easy access to all of Beijing's attractions, shops, and restaurants, consider staying in the city's eastern district, Chao Yang, or central district, Dong Cheng. On the other hand, hotels in the northeast of the city, near the airport, are best... [ more ]
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