Beijing / History
Best History in Beijing
- The Forbidden City
The imperial palace of the Ming and Qing dynasties for nearly 500 years, with almost 1,000 surviving buildings. The largest palace complex in the world.
- The Great Wall (Mutianyu Section)
The best-preserved and most accessible section of the Great Wall near Beijing, with restored watchtowers and sweeping mountain views. Less crowded than Badaling.