Top 5 Significant Cultural Icon of China (1 )

China is a historical country, and she has her special culture and civilization. Here we list top 5 cultural icons that can mostly symbolize China. If you tour in China, you should not miss them. 

Great Wall 

Just as the old saying" He who has not been to Great Wall is not a true man.", which reflects the Chinese People's spirit of courage and persistence.

The Great Wall, one of the greatest wonders of the world, is the ancient Chinese people's wisdom, but also the symbol of the Chinese nation. It’s a great way to experience the country’s history, culture and breathtaking scenery. 

China Giant Panda

The giant panda has a coat of white fur, with areas of black fur around its eyes, on its ears and on the muzzle, legs and shoulders. It is perhaps one of the most recognizable members of the bear family.

In the wild, giant panda live only in remote mountainous regions of China. There are about 20 isolated areas of forest that the giant panda calls home. All of these areas can be found in the Sichuan, Shaanxi and Gansu provinces in China.

Chinese Red Lantern

With a long history, Chinese Red Lantern originated as a improvement for the open flame. Today, it has become a well-known symbol of China Towns worldwide. They started out as a practicality and evolved into elaborate status symbols, literally riddled with mystery.

Beijing Opera

Extolled as' Oriental Opera', Beijing Opera is the quintessence of China and has a history of 160 years. As the largest Chinese opera form, Beijing Opera has created many 'firsts' in Chinese dramas. It is rich in repertoire and has a large number of artists and audiences. It has a deep influence in China.

Chinese Five-star Red Flag

Charged in the canton with five golden stars in a red field, the Five-star Red Flag is the symbol of China. The design features one large star, with four smaller stars in a semicircle set off toward the fly. This flag has a profound significance, the red represents revolution; the five stars and their relationship represent the unity of the Chinese people under the leadership of Communist Party of China

If you are interested in Chinese culture, they are more wait for your exploring. Have a nice China tour.

Travel around Beijing Great Wall ?

The Great Wall a unique wonder of the world and a bridge of friendship linking up all lands. There are many sections of the Great Wall and the sections closest to Beijing are Juyongguan, Badaling, Mutianyu, Simatai and Jinshanling Tourists can choose one or more for your Great Wall tour.

 

Badaling Great Wall

More than 60 kilometers northwest from Beijing, Badaling Great Wall is the most famous and best-preserved section of the Great Wall. Each year, there are lots of tourists come to visit Badaling Great Wall. While hiking at Badaling, tourists can appreciate the splendid scenery. 

Juyongguan Great Wall 

Juyongguan Great Wall provided impregnable protection to northwest Beijing and was one of the most important fortifications of ancient limes. And it witnessed many important and significant events in Chinese.

In addition, Juyongguan Great Wall is also famous for its charming and beautiful scenery. If you have enough time, Juyongguan Great Wall is really worth visiting.

Mutianyu Great Wall

Most visitors who visite Mutianyu Great Wall are allured by its incredible picturesque scenery, with verdant plants and trees densely covered the mountians. Northwestern part of the Mutianyu Great Wall is its essence. Built along the rising and falling ridges, it is one of the most dangerous parts of the Great Wall.

Simatai Great Wall

As a strategic pass in the eastern part of the Great Wall, Simatai section was known for its steepness, ingenuity and unique. Ingeniously conceived and uniquely designed, Simatai has different characteristics, densely dotted with beacon towers. Its structure is unique in that it contains single and double walls and assumes a trapezoidal shape. 

Jinshanling Great Wall

Jinshanling Great Wall is close to Simatai, a site tourists can reach on foot in just a few hours. Without being greatly renovated, Jinshanling Great Wall remains its original feature. It has the advantage of being still broadly walkable and relatively less busy. Generally speaking, the level of difficulty can be said relaxing though certain parts are tricky.

When having a Great Wall tour, tourists should not miss the chance to enjoy the beautiful and splendid scenery.

Top 5 Travel Tips Before Tours to Beijing

Once the capital of four dynasties in history and the capital of P.R.China today, Beijing is one of the world's truly imposing cities and there are many famous historic sites tourists can visit in Beijing. With a 3,000 years History, it is the political, cultural and economic center of the People's Republic of China. Here we list top tips tourists should know before tours to Beijing.

Tip 1: Foreign Embassies and Consulates in Beijing

Tourists can find their embassies for help when they encounter problems on passport or some other emergencies during your stay in the city. There are about 140 countries and regions having their embassies set in Beijing. The embassies are mainly distributed at the Sanlilun Area and Jianguomen Area to the east of the city center.

Tip 2: Foreign Exchange

Great Britain Pound, Euro, U.S. Dollar, Swiss Franc, Singapore Dollar, Swedish Crown, Danish Crown, Norwegian Crown, Japanese Yen, Canadian Dollar, Australian Dollar, Philippine Peso, Thai Baht are all exchangeable.

Foreign currency and checks with the face value of Eurodollar and Spanish Peseta are also exchangeable at the Bank of China, other authorized banks offer foreign exchange service. Even some hotels, restaurants and shops will also accept foreign exchange business in order to provide convenience for foreign tourists.

Tip 3: Credit Card

If you feel it is not safe to take too much money during your travelling in Beijing , you could take a credit card that will be more convenience and safer.

At present main credit cards accepted in China, are Master card, Visa, American Express, JCB and Diners. It is very convenient for tourists to use credit cards in star hotels and the large emporiums of Beijing.

Tip 4: Internet

Usually, Wi-Fi connection can be found in airports, hotels, coffee shops, subway and many other places in Beijing. Surfing the internet is not an adventure any more, for internet cafes' can be easily found on the streets. If you come to the city by yourself and want to do business via the internet, chat with family or friends, there are plenty of venues to choose from.

Tip 5: Toilet Facilities

It is easy for tourists to find public toilets in the subway stations, railway stations, airport, bus stations or sightseeing spots and most toilets in the downtown area are free except for some mobile ones.

If you want to know more tips before traveling to Beijing, please email us or surf on our website- beijinglandscapes.com.

Great Wall Map of China

Explore Top Great Wall Hiking Tour Route for You

Her we well prepared popular Beijing Great Wall tour for wall hiking lovers. Different sections of Great Wall show different features. You can choose one you most interested.

• 2 Day Jinshanling Great Wall Hiking Tour from US$168/pax
• 2 Day Gubeikou & Jinshanling Great Wall Tour  from US$192/pax
• 3 Day Mutianyu & Jinshanling &Simatai Great Wall Tour  from US$257/pax
• 4 Day Juyongguan, Mutianyu, Jinshanling& Simatai Great Wall Tour from US$387/pax
• 5 Day Badaling, Mutianyu, Jinshanling,Simatai, Juyongguan Great Wall Tour from US$407/pax
• Badaling & Mutianyu Great Wall Day Tour from US$63/pax
• 1 Day Jinshanling Great Wall Hiking Tour from US$58/pax

Badaing Great Wall

With its dangerous mountain slopes, splendid scenery, and distinctive four seasons, Badaling Great Wall is the most famous and best preserved section of Great Wall.

Mutianyu Great Wall

Owns a long history and beautiful scenery, Mutianyu Great Wall is one of the most dangerous parts of Great Wall.

Jinshanling Great Wall

Without being greatly renovated, Jinshanling Great Wall still remains its original feature. Less busy a few years ago, the site has more recently regained interest, attracting a growing number of hikers hoping to practice.

Simatai Great Wall

Ingeniously conceived and uniquely designed, Simatai Great Wall has different characteristics. With the most magnificent scenry, Simatai Great Wall gains a high fame all over the world.

Gubeikou Great Wall

From ancient times, Gubeikou Great Wall has worked as a road of strategic importance, connecting the southern and northern parts of the Yanshan Range. Until today the Gubeikou Great Wall retains its fascination as its raw condition is still evident. 

Juyongguan Great Wall

As one of the most important fortifications of ancient times, Juyongguan Great Wall witnessed many important and significant events in Chinese.

Besides its strategic significance, Juyongguan Great Wall was also famous for its charming scenery. As early as the Jin Dynasty, the famous scenic spot of Juyong Diecui was listed as one of the Eight Great Views of Yanjing. If you have enough time, Juyongguan Great Wall is really worth visiting.

In addition, there are other parts of Great Wall such as Jiankou Great Wall and Huanghuacheng Great Wall. Tourists could tailor-made your Beijing Great Wall tour. What you need do is to call or email us and tell us your demands.