Beijing—the capital  
Located in the North, is the capital of China and home to over 14 million people, 10 million bicycles and 3 million vehicles. It is China's most important political, cultural and financial center. As the seat of power of Chinese emperors throughout the centuries, Beijing is steeped in history。 Reigning as both an ancient capital of Imperial China and the modern capital of a thriving nation, Beijing retains an abundance of evidence of its royal past, with aristocratic parks, temples, and palaces (all open to the public). Beijing is home to an incredible cultural display of art and historical artifacts in more than 50 museums. Folk traditions flourish in theaters, delicious dining is available in exotic settings, and cultural centers with fascinating demonstrations of centuries-old art and craft making abound.
Nowhere else can you get a more concentrated impression of the old and new China. Beijing is the treasure trove of Chinese culture, where many of the sights that make China a world-class destination are located