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Walking at Yuan Capital Earthen Wall Relics Park |
| Yuan Capital Earthen Wall Relics Park is located in between the north 3rd and 4th ring roads of Beijing City. It was built upon the earthen city wall relics of the Yuan Dynasty in 2003. In this article I will show you a route including the major scenic spots of the park. Starting from Xuezhi Bridge to Mudan Yuan (Peony Garden), it will take you one hour or so to cover the whole route. |
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Author: Jason Jia |
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Posted Date: Apr 28, 2008 |
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Keeper of a Lost Empire |
| It was an artificial hill rising right above what was once the center of the Qing Empire--the Forbidden City. It was also an imperial garden created by the emperors, and only reserved for their eyes. The imperial court astronomers called it "The Guarding Hill", and according to Feng Shui rites, it was believed at the time to protect the empire for eternity. |
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Author: David Cheng |
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Posted Date: Apr 28, 2008 |
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A Walk around Henan Plaza |
| This walk will bring you a route starting from the Henan Plaza, and then we will pass through four Panjiayuan antique markets to get a picture of the oriental goldmines. |
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Author: Lingling Zhang |
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Posted Date: Apr 17, 2008 |
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Old Summer Palace: Glory and Ruin |
| The story of the Old Summer Palace is both the story of a miracle, and that of a tragedy for all mankind. |
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Author: David Cheng |
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Posted Date: Mar 23, 2008 |
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A Beijing Hutong |
| Hutongs are this Beijing feature which connects both past and present. Every day on the outskirts of these alleyways, where tradition meets modernity, a live drama is played: more simply put perhaps, these older parts of town clash with the relentless push toward urban development. |
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Author: David Cheng |
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Posted Date: Mar 23, 2008 |
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Confucius - The Symbol of a Nation's Soul |
| Five hundred years ago, Confucius Temple was, as scholars saw it at the time, the nation's educational and cultural hub. |
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Author: David Cheng |
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Posted Date: Mar 23, 2008 |
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Wonders of Ancient Beijing |
| Xuanwu district, a renowned business district since ancient times, offers some of the most admirable sightseeing spots in Beijing: Baoguo Si (Compensate the Country Temple), a monastery hosting a 400-year-old antique bazaar; Niujie Mosque, the oldest and biggest mosque in town; and the 1300 year-old Fayuan Temple (Temple of the Origin of Dharma) where you may be allowed to participate in daily scripture chanting. |
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Author: David Cheng |
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Posted Date: Mar 23, 2008 |
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A Walk around the Temple of Heaven |
| One of Beijing's most famous parks, the Temple of Heaven is on your list of "must-sees" in Beijing. It used to be the place where Emperors of the Ming and Qing Dynasties worshipped Heaven and prayed for good harvests. This walk will bring you a route starting from the Puhuangyu subway station, and ending at the Eastern Gate of the park, on which you will not only pass through the Temple of Heaven, but also visit some shops and restaurants. It will take you a half-day to complete this stroll. |
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Author: Jason Jia |
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Posted Date: Mar 17, 2008 |
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Walking in Taoist and Buddhist Spirit |
| White Cloud Temple and Temple of Heavenly Peace, though both are not well known touristic venues, each has a unique history and exceptional characteristics. They are the must-see places you cannot afford to miss around this area. |
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Author: David Cheng |
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Posted Date: Mar 15, 2008 |
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