| Travel Guide to Beijing, China |
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Beijing is a thriving metropolis, the capital of the People's Republic of China as well as the political, economic, cultural and transportation hub of this third largest nation. It's also a home to over 10 million Chinese people. The name of the city literally means "northern capital", and it's an enormous expanse of land covering the area of 16,800 sq km. Visitors to Beijing will find themselves in a totally different world as they look at the ever-changing landscapes teeming with historical edifices which have stood testimony to the rise and fall of Chinese dynasties. The city proudly boasts a fertile cultural milieu while wholeheartedly embracing a burgeoning 21st century modern culture. There are so many places to visit, so many dishes to sample and so many things to do that you'll find one visit is never enough to savor the Beijing's experience.
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Beijing's history dates back to 500,000 years ago when the Peking men, the ancestors of modern Homo Sapiens, still roamed over the area and lived in caves. Beijing has been an inhabited city for more than 3,000 years, and survived through many devastations and pillages. In consequence, this Chinese gem has emerged to be a strong and vibrant city. Although in recent years Beijing appears to be adapting to the spirit of modernity, several sights that reflect its inheritant glory as well as traditional festivals full of nostalgic vitality can still be seen and appreciated.
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Beijing has a continental monsoon climate with clear-cut four seasons. Spring is dry and windy whereas Summer is hot and humid. Autumn provides a generous sunshine with a pleasant weather whereas Winter is affected by freezing winds from Siberia.
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Beijing is an economic center of China, and is rated second largest in value of is industrial production among all Chinese cities. Its highly developed technology industry as well as trade and tourism have been vital to the region's economy.
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This article is authored and copyrighted by
Royal Exclusive Travel
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| Destination Guide to China |
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