Top Attractions in Beijing and Things to Do in Beijing

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What’s the top attractions in Beijing, what do you want to see on your trip to beijingChina, here we talk about the top things to do, you just must not miss on a trip to Beijing China.As the capital of the People's Republic of China, Beijing is the nation's political, economic, cultural and educational center. It has been the heart and soul of politics and society throughout its long history. Because of its role in the life and growth of China, there is an unequalled wealth available for travelers to discover as you explore Beijing's ancient past and enjoy its exciting 21st Century world. In 2008 Beijing successfully held the Olympic Games. Beijing showed the world something so special that everyone was awestruck by Beijing's latest accomplishments combined with its ancient history.TOP Attractions in Beijing,NO1: Great Wall of ChinaAs a symbol of ancient Chinese civilization, Great Wall of China has stood for more than 2,000 years. The Great wall of China was built in stages from the 5th century BC up to the 16th century AD as protection against northern nomadic tribes. Stretching from the coast of the Bohai Bay in the east and ending at the Jiayu Pass in the west, it snakes along the back of mountains, deserts and valleys for 6,350km (3900 miles). It is said to be 1 of the only 2 human engineering projects visible by astronauts from space with the naked eye. Built of huge granite slabs and special sized bricks, the Great Wall at Badaling 75km (47 miles) north of Beijing is most typical part of the Wall during the Ming dynasty (1368-1644). There the wall is wide enough for 5 horsemen to ride abreast or 10 men to walk side by side.