Beijing: Historic and Cultural Tour

It seems like a given that no trip to China in complete without visiting the nation's capital. While attractions like the great wall of China and Universal Studios are worth your while, there's also so much to do in the city itself. Aside from having a thriving nightlife, awesome food, and the best shopping in China: Beijing has the true heart and culture of China ready for you to explore. A trip to Beijing is incomplete without seeing Tiananmen Square and the Forbidden Palace. Here you can walk the same streets that emperors, princesses, and noblemen have walked centuries before. In this area you are transported back in time and are able to witness history. It is incredible to think of all the people that have passed through these streets, walked through these gates, and gazed at the same walls. In the fall you can spend countless hours walking around Sanlitun and experience the best shopping China has to offer. They have all of the International and domestic brands you'd want to check out. If you're here and have a craving for Western food check out many of the chain restaurants like Red Lobster or check out El Barrio for some authentic Mexican food that's delicious and reasonably priced (don't miss taco Tuesday). They’ve got half off tacos: 3 come to around 40RMB. You can't forget to have Beijing Duck when you're there too. While there are several fancy looking restaurants, the real deals are the hole in the wall spots that have been doing this for decades and don't change their recipe (or tables clearly). The place might not look as pretty but the food is always more delicious. My top recommendation is Li Qun roast duck restaurant. You won't be disappointed, trust me! For about 400RMB you can get a whole roast duck with all of the fixings! #scenicspotguide#travelsnacks#awesomepic#historicculture#culturalattraction