Beijing Things to Do Tips by o00o

The Hall Ancient Observatory Review

The Hall where the Emperor carried out the annual rituals of Prayer for Good Harvests stands on a three tiered marble mound similar to the Round Altar in the southern par of the park. The three circular roofs are supported by 4 central pillars related to the 4 cardinal points of the earth, an inner row of 12 pillars said to symbolise the months of the year and an outer one supposed to represent the day broken into 12 two hour watches.

Hire a taxi for not more that... Great Wall Review

Hire a taxi for not more that RMB 250, and this isn't include Highway Toll Tax.

Great Wall Review

After the entrance, turn to the LEFT hand side for experiencing slove scary Great Wall path.

..or .. turn to the RIGHT hand side for beautiful scenetic Great Wall path.

Great Wall Review

Directions: Pa Da Ling Great wall is just about 100 kms away from Beijing City.

Temple of Heaven Review

In carrying out these rituals the Emperor placed himself in the role of 'Son of Heaven' at the junction of heaven and earth. It is significant to note however that the 'Mandate of Heaven' given to a Dynasty by virtue of the role of 'Son of Heaven' played by the successive members of that Dynasty could be withdrawn by 'The Heavens' if the Emperor did not fulfill his role of looking after the well being of his people adequately. In that case, the downtrodden peasants could exercise the 'right to rebellion' (as long as they succeeded in overthrowing their oppressor).

National Holiday decoration of... Tiananmen Square Review

National Holiday decoration of Tian'anmen

On the western side of... Tiananmen Square Review

On the western side of Tian'anmen Square, Great Hall of the People where I had the unique experience of meeting Zhou Enlai in april 1973 as I accompanied the canadian Energy and Mines Minister Donald McDonald on a trade mission to China.

, Tian'anmen Gate leads to the... Tiananmen Square Review

, Tian'anmen Gate leads to the entrance of the Forbidden City.

The Qianmen Gate on the... Tiananmen Square Review

The Qianmen Gate on the southern side of Tian'anmen was part of the fabled fortifications that were destroyed in the early '50's. The small upper windows were designed to be manned by hundreds of archers and crossbowmen to defend the gate from any approaching enemy.

Forbidden City Review

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