This is where you truly feel the spirit and national character of China! Traditional pagodas, imperial palaces, gleaming modern skyscrapers, narrow alleyways of old neighbourhoods, and, of course, bustling markets overflowing with goods and pushy vendors. At the bazaars, remember the golden rule: "Not all that glitters is PRADA." Even if the seller swears his Abibas are the real deal! :)

Beijing is a gigantic metropolis of 11 million people, yet even here you can find pockets of peace and quiet. First and foremost, there are the ancient landmarks – the Temple of Heaven, the Summer Palace, Buddhist monasteries, the Ming Dynasty tombs, and many other Beijing attractions that offer a fascinating window into one of the oldest civilisations on Earth.

To make sure you don't miss anything interesting while exploring the city, try our interactive sightseeing map. Mark the places you'd like to visit, plan self-guided walking routes for several days, and sync everything with the free Ever.Travel mobile app. Want to know how it all works? Check out our illustrated walkthrough :)