Beijing

Travel Guide to Beijing

Travel Tips

You should file for a visa in your home country and most visas are good for two months, but they can be extended for another month. If a tourist chooses to stay for more than the designated three months, he should leave China, file for another visa in his home country and then return when everything is settled.

When traveling in Beijing you should keep in mind that once you check into any hotel you will be asked to show your passport or otherwise fill out a temporary residence form. International travelers are only allowed to stay in hotels that have three-star or above ratings as they are quite strict with tourists for security reasons. If you have relatives to stay with, you should register with the Security Bureau so they know how to contact you in case of emergencies.

Another tip for international travelers is that you are allowed to bring with you valuable items such as portable cameras, tape recorders, video cameras and laptops but if you bring other things or personal belongings exceeding this list, you will be asked to declare all accurate details of your belongings to the Customs.

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Beijing, the capital of China, has come such a long way from the uncivilized, dusty and lagging town it once was to a modern city that rises with tall buildings and business establishments. The commerce and economy of Beijing has improved significantly and shopping malls, restaurants and other interesting places have been built and improved. The 2008 Beijing Olympics was a manifestation that China has slowly regained its power.

Top Hotels in Beijing

Raffles Beijing Hotel - Beijing, China

Beijing, China 8 Sep, 2020

The Raffles Beijing Hotel, China stands on Beijing's most prominent address and has been an icon of Beijing's historical heritage since the 1900s. Situated in the heart of Beijing's business and commercial districts, it exudes an epitome of elegance and exclusivity. Its 171 rooms and suites are one of the grandest and most spacious in Beijing. Its state-of-the-art banquet halls have hosted many important political and cultural events. Beijing means "capital in the north" in Chinese. It is China's second largest city and became the capital of the People's Republic of China since 1949. Formerly known as Peking, Beijing is known for some typical local food such as the Buddhist vegetable dish called Gong De Lin, mutton hot pot and the world famous Peking Duck. There is a popular saying among tourists visiting Beijing. It says that eating Peking duck while visiting the Great wall is as important as visiting the Great Wall itself. Raffles Beijing is located at the crossroads of the famous Chang An Avenue and the District of Wangfujing. It is a few minutes away to the legendary Forbidden City, historical Tiananmen Square, Bei Hai Park, the Silk Market and other famous sights. Just 40 minutes away from the international airport, it is also close to the Beijing railway station and to Wangfujing subway station making travel in and around Beijing very convenient. Whether you are in Beijing for business or pleasure, Raffles Beijing is a good accommodation option if you want to lodge in style and be a part of where Beijing's history has taken shape. And what's more, there's even an exellent Peking duck restaurant on the nearby shopping street. Search for discounted hotel rooms around Asia on <a href='http://www.asia.com/hotel'>Asia.com hotels</a> search engine and save up to 70% on your hotel. <a href='http://www.asia.com/'>Asia.com</a> is neither affiliated with nor sponsored by Traders Hotel Shenyang. This article is provided for informational purposes only.