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1 Arrive in Beijing |
You will be picked up at the airport and sent to the hotel. Have free time for the rest of the day.
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| Day 2 Beijing (B,L) |
During this day, you will have an experience of Beijing's traditional culture by visiting Tian'an men Square, Forbidden city and Temple of Heaven. |
| Tian'an men Square: |
China's national symbol, also the world's largest city square, is home to various historical sites and known for the daily ritualistic flag raising ceremony. It takes 15 minutes just to walk across. |
| Forbidden city: |
One of the world's most beautiful architectural complexes, this served as China's imperial palace for almost five centuries. Its massive scale and majestic design are overwhelming. |
| Temple of Heaven: |
This temple complex is an architectural wonder featuring the triple-roofed "Hall of Prayer for Good Harvest" where the emperor went to worship heaven and pray for the coming harvest. |
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3 Beijing (B,L,D) |
Today you will have a trip to Badaling Great Wall; then have an outside view of the modern Beijing constructions-Olympic Stadium (Bird Nest) and National Aquatics Center; then enjoying Beijing roast duck.
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| Badaling Great Wall: |
This is the best-preserved and most imposing section of the Great wall is approximately 3,741 meters (2.3 miles) long and was of great strategic importance in ancient times. |
| Olympic Stadium (Bird Nest): |
As the main stadium for the 29th Olympiad in 2008, the National Stadium covers an area of 258,000 square meters (64 acres) and accommodates a maximum of 91,000 spectators with a permanent capacity of 80,000.
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| National Aquatics Center: |
The National Aquatics Center, known as "The Water Cube" is one of the three landmark buildings of the 2008 Beijing Olympic Games.
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| Beijing roast duck: |
The most famous dish in Beijing, Roast Duck has a long history and has been refined over the years to give it luscious color, crispy skin, and tender meat that will make your mouth water.
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| Day
4 Beijing - Depart Beijing (B,L) |
You will visit Summer Palace, and then take a walk tour in Nanluo Guxiang Hutong to experience the locals' life styles and traditional culture. Then you will be transferred to the airport for your flight to depart Beijing. |
| Summer Palace: |
Once serving as the imperial summer getaway, it ranks as one of the most visited and most classical gardens in the world. It's size and splendor will leave you a lasting impression. |
| Nanluo Guxiang: |
Nanluoguxiang, also named South Luogu Lane, is one of the oldest alleyways in Beijing. It is an 800-meter long North-South alleyway with cafes, bars, and shops all designed in classical Chinese 'hutong' style. |
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