10 must-sees during your 72 hours visa-free transit in Beijing

7) Houhai

Houhai is the most famous local haunt in Beijing. From ancient to present, it has always been a bustling commercial district. In Yuan Dynasty, Houhai was one of crucial project of city construction and also used as a key terminal of canal transportation. Until now, the hustle and bustle of this area still continues. Besides those famous pecking restaurants, there are many modern shops and bars opened by the lake. So don't hesitate, let's just get lost in this lively and busy world.

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8) Summer Palace

Summer Palace was a royal garden and summer residence of the Qing Dynasty. First built in 1750, the Summer Palace was renowned throughout the world for its traditional gardening techniques, which skillfully combined artificial buildings with natural landscape. As the largest royal park in China, the palace covers an area of 290 hectares and has thousands of pavilions, pagodas and towers scattered all around the gardens. So the visit to The Museum of Royal Gardens should be memorable.

Wangfujing is the most famous and active commercial avenue in Beijing and also enjoys great reputation of Leading Commercial First Street of China. Until now, it has spanned nearly a century of history. Early in the Ming and Qing Dynasty, it was the commercial center of old Beijing. Today, Wangfujing has developed to be an exciting new convergence of commerce and entertainment. From modern shopping mall, Oriental Plaza to traditional restaurant, Donglaishun, all shops and restaurants here will meet every need of you.

10) Bell and Drum Tower

Bell and Drum Tower is a group of ancient architecture situated at the southern end of North-south central axis of Beijing. Located in Dongcheng district, the Bell and Drum Tower is a key site under national protection. Standing on the top of tower, you will enjoy the scenery of the whole city. As the iconic architecture of old Beijing, Bell and Drum tower has witnessed China's history of recent hundreds of years. Following the list of "Top 10 of Things to See in Your Beijing Tour", tailor your own travel schedule with chinatraveldepot.com. Let's drift in Beijing and be lost in this old city with modern image. Check more Beijing-Tours available, see on Chinatraveldepot.com.

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