Plan a trip to Beijing

Known for its mixture of historical sites and unique modern architecture, China’s capital city is an iconic bustling metropolis.

Beijing is the capital of the People's Republic of China, the world's third most populous city proper, and most populous capital city. As a city combining both modern and traditional architecture, Beijing is a mega-city rich in history, exemplified in its global influence in politics, economy, education, history, culture, and technology. The city's history dates back three millennia. As the last of the Four Great Ancient Capitals of China, Beijing has been the political center of the country for much of the past eight centuries. The city is renowned for its opulent palaces, temples, parks, gardens, tombs, walls and gates.