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Four Seasons Hotel is a worldwide luxury hotel chains group, it manages hotels and resorts around the world. Four Seasons Hotel is regarded as one of worldâ??s best hotel group by Travel and Leisure magazine and Zagat Guide, and it has received AAA5 diamond rating. In 2008, Four Seasons settled in Beijing, China. Related Article Tags: , ,
China tours have become highly popular since the People's Republic opened its doors to mass tourism. There are so many options now that it's easy to get confused. Let's describe what you can expect, depending on where you go. The Chinese capital Beijing, the ancient city of Xian and cosmopolitan Shanghai are included in most China tours - unless you opt not to go for the major cities. Guilin and Hong Kong are also popular among tourists. Related Article Tags: , , ,
The Forbidden City in Beijing is no longer forbidden territory anymore. And we should be grateful for that. Why? If you have had the honor to visit this extraordinary place, you will understand. This stunning complex of imperial buildings, right in the heart of the Chinese capital, is one of the most magical sights in the world. It's so overwhelming that once you've been there, you'll keep talking about it whenever you have the opportunity. Related Article Tags: , , ,
Touring this city requires a lot of walking - a good physical condition helps if you are here - but mentally you never get tired of this dynamic metropolis. With a 3,000-year history, sights, myths and tales from the past are found around every corner. It's why tourists love Beijing and believe me, Beijing loves its tourists too. The city has great restaurants featuring the world cuisine and some of the hotels match the best in the world. Related Article Tags: , , ,
"There are 360 large hutongs in the capital city of China and as many small hutongs as there are hairs on an ox" is a popular saying among the old local residents of Beijing. Hutongs are ancient city alleys or lanes in Beijing that were established during Yuan, Ming, and Qing dynasties. During China's dynastic period, emperors planned the city of Beijing and arranged the residential areas according to the social classes defined by the Zhou Dynasty.
Who has NOT heard about The Great Wall of China? No one, I guess. Even young children are already fascinated by one of mankind's greatest achievements. Visit the wall and you'll never be the same! The world's longest human-made structure measures 6,400 km or 4,000 miles, or that's what is believed. Due to the rough terrain it is not entirely clear how long it is, but the aforementioned number comes close. Related Article Tags: , ,
The ancient city of Beijing, enchanting to everyone who visits for its history and culture, has also become world-renowned as a tourist city because of its relatively inexpensive five-star hotels and many fine restaurants. Surrounded by high mountains, the suburbs of Beijing have beautiful natural scenery, which consists of green trees, ancient temples, flowing streams, overhanging waterfalls and simple and unsophisticated villages. That is why the suburbs of Beijing are very attractive to Chinese and foreign tourists. Related Article Tags: , ,
Whether you are interested in Chinese history, Chinese culture or Chinese scenery, your trip will be very interesting. Related Article Tags: , ,
Beijing air quality has been the focus of foreign reporters since a long time ago. Even though Chinese government has tried every means possible to make the air clearer and better, some people still don’t show any trust due to their deep prejudice about the air quality in Beijing. One athlete even declared to wear mask when coming to Beijing in order to protect his lung. Related Article Tags: , ,
A journey to Beijing will lead you to discover the legacy of a more than thousand year old culture - through its colossal monuments, lavish palaces and the proud heritage prevalent in this Land of the Rising Dragon. As the capital of China, Beijing is the political and cultural center of the land, forcing it to catch up to the modernity while not forsaking the rich tradition of its birthright. Related Article Tags: , ,
As soon as you set foot in any Asian city, you'll immediately be bombarded by taxis, cars, motorcycles, bikes, and pedestrians crowding the streets. While you may be confused about how to get around the city, rest assured there are many options of transportation throughout Asia. Related Article Tags: , , ,
Welcome to Beijing, sometimes translated as Beijing Welcomes You is a theme song for the 2008 Summer Olympics in China. The song was written by Hong Kong lyricist Lam Jik and features 100 all star Chinese artists, actors and singers, including Hollywood movie star Jackie Chan. Related Article Tags: , , , , ,
The Chinese calendar is brimming with festivals and ceremonies of all kinds. Here's we'll look at 3 very special Chinese festivals - the birthday of Confucius, the Beijing Kite Festival, and the big one, Chinese New Year, as celebrated in Hong Kong. Related Article Tags: , , , ,
China is a great place to visit with each city presenting a different historic background that makes it a worthwhile destination for any traveler. However, just like travelling anywhere overseas, taking a tour to China should have any traveler making sure that they take certain precautions before heading out to the Far East. Related Article Tags: , , , , ,
While traveling is something most of us look forward to, one aspect we all dread is jet lag. Longer flights such as trips to Asia or tours to Europe are most likely to induce a state of unwelcomed jet lag for most vacationers. While the changes in time zones are unavoidable, there are a few tips travelers can keep in mind to prevent the strain of jet lag. Related Article Tags: , ,
Last August 16, in Beijing, we saw a massive upset in the semifinal heat of the 100-meter sprint when one of the pre-race favorites, Tyson Gay, failed to qualify by 0.02 seconds. It was supposed to be the scene for the biggest race of the Beijing 2008 Olympics, the sprint to see who will be crowned the world's fastest man. Related Article Tags: , ,
Beijing 2008 Olympics are over, but they'll resonate in people's minds for a long time. The opening and closing ceremonies put together by host country of China count as the most spectacular performance ever created by humans. 958 medals were handed out to athletes, which is the most in Olympic history, but this is not the only reason why Beijing Olympics is forever going to get shiny highlights in sports books. American swimmer Michael Phelps achieved what no other Olympian in history had. He was decorated with 8 gold medals from a single Olympics. Michael Phelps made history in Beijing. Or so it would seem. Related Article Tags: , , , , , , ,
Gone were the days when smileys simply appeared as yellow round faces. Today, most smileys come in more expressions and new designs that sending them in emails has never been more fun. There is a new breed of smileys that is making waves on the internet lately. Find out how you can utilize this cool stuff to improve the way you communicate on the internet. Related Article Tags: , , , , ,
China is a land of ancient wonders. It's so different from the norm of western travelers that a first visit there can be a bit intimidating. Today, we will become acquainted with some basic traveler information on China. We'll talk about the time of year to go, when to avoid China and some points of interest. Related Article Tags: , ,
Amanda Beard and Dara Torres are two American swimmers that have already broken some pretty impressive records. Not only have they beaten records in their events, but the have also set other age related records. Amanda Beard is the youngest American woman to win a gold in swimming and Dara Torres is about to become the oldest American women to compete in the Olympics. Related Article Tags: , , , , , , , , ,
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