Articles related to "Hutongs"

Beijing's hutongs (narrow lanes of traditional one-storey houses) are destinations for tourists, but now development threatens the lifestyle the historic areas represent.

Chinese food is one of the world's top cuisines. Beijing chef Zhou Chun Yi teaches students how to make popular dishes in her home-based cooking school, Hutong Cuisine.

Wanting to add a few more sites to your Beijing tour? These destinations usually get missed on the Beijing itinerary.

The Drum Tower was once the official keeper of the time in old Beijing. Time was pounded out at 7 p.m. with 13 beats and then every two hours after that with one beat.

Beijing, China has a number of sites from historical palaces and market shopping to dining and the Arts, that are a must-see for any traveler to this ancient Asian city.

Beijing is filled with things to do that are fun and free. They start with "collecting" humorour signs. And end with just walking around various neighborhoods.

Catch the Peking Opera, climb the Great Wall of China, or stroll through Tienanmen Square or the Forbidden Palace and much more in fall, the best time to visit Beijing.

Beijing is peppered with museums, including Drum Tower, Museum of Chinese History, Military Museum, Big Bell Temple and Museum of Natural History. All are worth a visit.

The latest Berlitz Pocket Guide to China offers a lot of information in an easy to carry format. It is attractively illustrated and a pleasure to handle.

This new Parents Guide to Beijing offers sound practical advice and reveals a city full of exciting attractions for all the family.

From climbing the Great Wall to shopping in a mall, a three-day stay in Beijing can be incredibly memorable with these simple suggestions!

As one of the fastest-growing international cities in the world, Beijing has loads of nightlife opportunities for visitors looking for a night on the town.

The Beijing subway system hauls millions of passengers a day throughout the city. It is a cheap, quick and efficient way to get around for both locals and visitors alike.

What was the significance of the 'Footprints of History' that traversed the city prior to the Opening Ceremony of the 2008 Beijing Olympics? Were these real?

The Beijing Tourism Administration has offices throughout the Beijing area to help tourists with their questions. Most branches have one person who speaks good English.