Beijing Cityguide

And news say that language barriers will soon cease to exist, since Beijing is educating its people some English. From this summer birthplace of the Beijing Duck is available with non-stop flight. Tourists are advised to leave enough place in the suitcase for the local goods, including dresses, shoes, spices, china and luxurious-like objects, since Chinese capital is also a city for real bargain shopping. 

Though the city received its recent name only in 1949, its history dates back to the 4th century A.D.. So many monuments would be hard to visit all, therefore local authorities chose 16 of the 40 famous scenic spots to form the  "Sixteen Sights of Beijing", including Summer Palace, Tienanmen Square, Great Wall and the Forbidden City. Trying local dishes is also a must, and you'll be surprised to find out that sweet-sour chicken tastes different here...