Home >> Attractions >> Beijing >> Bejing History

Beijing History

As a world-renowned ancient cultural city, Beijing is said to have been the home of the "Peking Man" about 500,000 years ago. Its history as a city dates from 1045 BC, over 3000 years ago. For a span of 1000 years, Beijing was the capital of China, to be specific, the provisional capital of the Liao Kingdom (916-1125) and the capital for Jin Kingdom (1115-1234), Yuan (1271-1368), Ming (1368-1644) and Qing (1644-1912) dynasties. During these five periods, 34 emperors ever lived and ruled here.


Most of what we see today in Beijing was built during the Ming dynasty (1368-1644) when the huge city walls were repaired and redesigned. Yongle is credited with being the true architect of the modern city, and much of Beijing's hallmark architecture, such as the Forbidden City and the Temple of Heaven, date from his reign. The basic grid of present-day Beijing had been laid. A change of government came with the manchus, who established the Qing dynasty in 1644 and began to build numerous suburban gardens including the well-known Summer Palace. After extensive reconstruction during the Ming and Qing, Beijing emerged as an architectural masterpiece fit to serve as the capital of the Chinese empire.

On January 31, 1949, the Chinese People's Liberation Army formally entered Beijing, opening a new chapter in the long history of the city. It was in the Tian'anmen Square on October 1st, 1949, that Chairman Mao Zedong proclaimed the establishment of the People's Republic of China, and the city was again designated as the capital of China.

Great Wall Group Tours & Activities



Great Wall Group Tours Great Wall Group Tours Great Wall Group Tours
Bus Tours Hiking Tours Great Wall Marathon

Beijing Local Tours

Now you just need very small money to join in our subway tours, our tour guide will lead you to capture most of Beijing lures. Compared with other types of tours, subway private tour brings you much closer to a real Beijing, providing you dynamic experience about Beijing history and culture.  Read Details
This tour leads you to discover the most popular and famous attractions in Beijing. Badaling Great Wall and Tian'an Men Square are the must-see attractions in Beijing; then you will know more about Beijing's history and culture by visiting the Forbidden City, Ming Tomb, Sacred Road and Temple of Heaven; you will have chance to taste the famous Beijing Roast Duck as well during the trip.  Read Details
Budget way to enjoy a Beijing Tour by joining in groups. Top attractions like Forbidden City & Mutianyu Great Wall are prepared for you to explore the soul of Beijing and of ancient China. Join Now!  Read Details
This tour will give you an imperial experience in Beijing. You will visit Tian'an men Square which is the landmark of the nation; Forbidden city, Treasure House and Temple of Heaven will lead you to the history and culture exploration of China; you can also have a trip to Mutianyu Great Wall with round way cable car; in the evening, an elegant Beijing Opera Show at Liyuan Theatre is waiting for you.  Read Details
This tour will lead you to experience the ancient Beijing and modern Beijing. You will visit Tian'an men Square which is the landmark of the nation; Forbidden city, Temple of Heaven and Summer Palace will lead you to the history and culture exploration of China; you can also have a trip to Badaling Great Wall; At South Luogu Lane, Hutong walking tour would let you know more about the locals' life style...  Read Details
Want to stretch your money to maximum or you have already booked hotel? No problem, you could choose this economical private tour that is exclusive of hotel to enjoy our high-quality traveling service, covering private tour guide, car and driver. With perfect arrangement, you can discover the most popular and famous attractions of Beijing in four days...   Read Details
This tour package is exclusive of hotel so as to meet the needs of those visitors who has already booked hotel. This tour, with high-quality traveling service, will lead you to discover the the must-see attractions in Beijing, such as Badaling Great Wall, Tian'an Men Square, Ming Tombs as well as the most important spot - Forbidden City...  Read Details
This itinerary is suitable for family traveling, leading you to explore Beijing's every aspect, like imperial mysteries by visiting the Forbidden city, Temple of Heaven and Summer palace, as well as old Beijing people's life by seeing the Hutong and local family's visiting. Even you will climb the most beautiful section of Great Wall - Mutianyu Great Wall, and see lovely Panda. Peking Roast Duck is also including in this tour.  Read Details
Let us take you on a magical tour of Beijing that offers colorful activities and amusements for children and parents, a dynamic metropolies where the rich heritage of old meets new provides a living culture of diverse contrasts and excitement. In this tour, you will explore details of must-see attractions, meaningful activities in Beijing. It is not only satisfy your eyes by visiting Badaling Great Wall, Forbidden City...  Read Details
Get ready for a fascinating trip in Capital Beijing – feast your eyes in the imperial Forbidden City with endless treasure & curios displays as if in a treasure hunt, touch the grandness of Mutianyu Great Wall, learn the art of Beijing Opera facial painting, awed by the great martial art Chinese Kung Fu & face to face with the cute pandas!   Read Details
Relax and have fun with your family in Beijing, a city with both ancient atmosphere and modernity. Learn Chinese culture through journeys to the city's top landmarks - the imperial Forbidden City, Tian'anmen Square, Summer Palace and Badaling Great Wall, as well as the commoners' Hutongs. There are also cheerful activities for your entertainment...  Read Details
Inspire yourself with this culture tour! You can discover the inner secrets of Beijing's culture and heritage by visiting Badaling Great Wall, Forbidden City, Lama Temple, Summer Palace and Temple of Heaven. And you will fell in love with colourful Beijing that mixed ancient with modern. All of it will inspire you to learn more about Chinese culture and history. In addition, Hutong tour by rickshaw will be an unique experience...   Read Details
This excursion to Beijing is suitable for travelers who arrived at Tianjin International Cruise Home Port ( now replacing the former Xingang Port ) is the important port from where you start your Asia pacific cruise. We provide convenient pick-up and transfer service from Tianjin Port to Beijing, and lead you to take a glance at the soul of Beijing with main spotlights at Forbidden City, Mutianyu Great Wall and other attractions.   Read Details
This tour features taking you to discover more exotic mysteries about the locals' life style of Beijing. Besides, it provides you with major lures of Beijing. For instance, you will visit Tian'an men Square which is the landmark of the nation; Forbidden city, Temple of Heaven and Summer Palace will lead you to the history and culture exploration of China...  Read Details
See the Great Wall all in natural with this hiking tour, the most popular Great Wall hiking route. The tour takes you to visit the most unrestored sections of China Great Wall. The fun and excitement you get from exploring this wonder will be kept for life-long memory. Besides, the other arrangement leads you to discover more about Beijing City. We believe that everyone would be deeply inspiried by this tour.  Read Details
This itinerary is an insightful exploration of Beijing's cityscape and culture, bringing you not only the imperial grandeur of the Forbidden city, Temple of Heaven and Summer palace, but also the interesting traditional Chinese culture and skills. Not simply to appreciate, you'll further have fine experience of being Chinese!  Read Details
About Us | Contact Us | FAQ | Privacy Policy | Terms and Conditions | Links | Sitemap
Guide for China tour, offers most value & amazing experience. In China, you can rely on us
Copyright © 2001 - 2024. All Rights Reserved to ChinaTourGuide.Com