Essential Tour of China's Scenic Spots - Beijing

Author: Xing Yunfan
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Publish Date: 2000-03-01
Features: Beijing has a long history and splendid culture, with numerous famous historical sites and scenic spots scattered throughout the city. According to incomplete statistics, the city has a total of 77,862 cultural relics, ancient buildings, and heritage sites. Among these, there are 2,666 temples, 616 other ancient buildings, 700 tombs, 3,700 stone carvings, 51 ancient ruins, and 129 other sites. The Great Wall, the Forbidden City, the Temple of Heaven, the Summer Palace, and the Zhoukoudian Beijing Man Site have been included in the World Heritage List. Beihai Lake, the Yonghe Temple, the Ming Tombs, the Lugou Bridge, and the Fragrant Hills are renowned national scenic spots. This book introduces over 100 famous scenic areas and attractions.