What to See in Beijing

Overview

UNESCO World Heritage Sites

Forbidden City in Beijing ★★★★
A symbol of the city, this is the imperial palace built within the Imperial City of Beijing in the 15th century. It is also a renowned museum, bearing witness to Chinese history. The entire complex is a UNESCO World Heritage site.

Summer Palace, Beijing ★★
Built in the late 19th century, it is a UNESCO site as a testament to the creative art of Chinese landscape gardening, blending human achievements with nature.

Temple of Heaven ★★
This monument, quite imposing (and photogenic), is considered the pinnacle of traditional Chinese architecture. It is listed as a UNESCO World Heritage Site.

Districts

Tourist Sites and Areas

Monuments and Architectural Complexes

Religious Buildings

Museums

Parks and Gardens

Further Reading