Beijing, the capital of the Popolar Republic of China, is the political and cultural centre and an international exchange in the country.
Situated in the northern part of the plains of North China, it has a semi-humid climate with short autumns and springs and long summers and winters.
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mous all over the world for its culture and its history. It boasts many historical sites: the best known is undoubtedly the Great Wall, known to be one of the eight wonders of the world, the Temple of Heaven, the Ming Tombs and the Summer Palace.
These monuments are symbols of the ancient Chinese culture and, at the same time, the main attraction for tourists,.
Surrounded by hills and rather high peaks, the suburbs of Beijing offer a charming natural scenery with evergreen trees, ancient temples, rivers, waterfalls and simple farming villages.
Due to these characteristics the outskirts of Beijing attract both local and foreign tourists.
Beijing is a tourist city of international reputation, thanks to over 200 attractions open to the public.
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