Essential Tour of Chinese 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 historical sites and scenic spots scattered throughout the city. The tourism resources are exceptionally rich. According to incomplete statistics, the city has a total of 77,862 cultural relics, ancient buildings, and heritage sites, including 2,666 temples, 616 other ancient structures, 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 Peking Man Site have been listed as UNESCO World Heritage Sites. Beihai Park, Yonghe Temple, the Ming Tombs, the Lugou Bridge, and Fragrant Hills are famous national scenic spots. This book introduces over 100 well-known scenic areas and attractions.