4th Edition
It's the contrast between the distant past and the super-charged present that makes Beijing so captivating. Traditional but ever-changing, no other city manages to be so timeless yet so contemporary.
Lonely Planet will get you to the heart of Beijing, with amazing travel experiences and the best planning advice:
• Inspirational images, 3D illustrations, city walks and recommendations from our expert authors
• Planning features and top itineraries to help you plan the perfect trip
• Local secrets and hidden travel gems that will make your trip unique
• PLUS Great Wall chapter, full-colour maps and the Historic Hútòng walking tour
Coverage includes: Plan Your Trip, Neighbourhoods at a Glance, Forbidden City & Dongchéng Central, Drum Tower & Dongchéng North, Temple of Heaven Park & Dongchéng South, Beihai Park & Xichéng North, Dashilar & Xichéng South, Sanlitún & Cháoyáng, Summer Palace & Haidiàn, Day Trips from Beijing, Sleeping, Understand Beijing and Survival Guide.
It's the contrast between the distant past and the super-charged present that makes Beijing so captivating. Traditional but ever-changing, no other city manages to be so timeless yet so contemporary.
Lonely Planet will get you to the heart of Beijing, with amazing travel experiences and the best planning advice:
• Inspirational images, 3D illustrations, city walks and recommendations from our expert authors
• Planning features and top itineraries to help you plan the perfect trip
• Local secrets and hidden travel gems that will make your trip unique
• PLUS Great Wall chapter, full-colour maps and the Historic Hútòng walking tour
Coverage includes: Plan Your Trip, Neighbourhoods at a Glance, Forbidden City & Dongchéng Central, Drum Tower & Dongchéng North, Temple of Heaven Park & Dongchéng South, Beihai Park & Xichéng North, Dashilar & Xichéng South, Sanlitún & Cháoyáng, Summer Palace & Haidiàn, Day Trips from Beijing, Sleeping, Understand Beijing and Survival Guide.
