Beijing, the capital of China, in itself is highly sophisticated city. Beijing is not only the Forbidden city and Great wall, much more -yet undefined. In spite the northern hemisphere being closest to the sun during the pinnacle of summer ie. the month of May . The parallel winds that blew from the east, could stop any human to walk. The chilled winds even made me ill, but didn't stop me from exploring the place.
A tour in Beijing would be incomplete without going to Tienanmen Square, The Forbidden City and The Great Wall. Tienanmen Square is best visited during the evening times, for the military parade that happens, feel of valor and patriotism. Forbidden city is right besides the Tienanmen Square also known as Palace Museum. Finally Great Wall, couple of hours drive from the capital, its a marvelous man made creation. Construction of such big wonder for transportation during those old ages will always amaze anyone and also give a knowledge why Chinese are on top in construction of infrastructure, it's in their history and genes
Good hotels in Beijing could be found around Tienanmen Square, good hostels too. Being the capital, there are fancy big hotels to stay. But always remember some hotels restrict foreigners. Also, nice hotels for foreigners stay is available at Beijing Railway Station. I personally choose to stay at Howard Johnson, as a western hospitality brand gives the luxury.
Another place not to stop is Wangfuching street. There exists two parallel streets one for food and one for world brand retail luxury. Food street is bit awful due to various unique food like insects. Also, retail therapy at commercial street is also another shopping activity in the Chinese capital. The most interesting part commercial street is street hawkers they speak English and even chase you to sell their products. Quite interesting!!
Food and language had been a hesitant part for me during the trip. Beijing foods are bland, however other parts of China like Sichuan has the spiciest foods available and appropriate to the taste-buds carving for spice. And for language one can expect to be a clown if one does not know even basic Chinese, like numbers, greetings and directions.
Uniquely, Asian culture comprises connecting the people in the society, takes more of a social approach. That could be seen in China as well. The discipline would amaze everyone for a country still behind the bamboo curtain. For a bewildering experience Beijing is always open.
